Powershell, Windows Engineer

We are seeking a PowerShell and Windows engineer for a 6-month contract position in Columbus, Ohio. This role supports Windows deployment, imaging, and automation work, helping to build and maintain repeatable processes for preparing Windows systems, validating post-image configuration, and diagnosing deployment and startup issues. The position requires on-site presence in Columbus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot PowerShell scripts for Windows administration, deployment, validation, and reporting.
• Support Windows image preparation and post-image checks, including operating system configuration, services, updates, and application or component verification.
• Work with Windows PE (WinPE) environments and bootable media used in deployment and recovery workflows.
• Diagnose Windows startup and boot configuration issues, including BCD and related boot records.
• Automate repeatable operational tasks, with appropriate logging, error handling, and clear results.
• Review deployment and system logs, identify failure patterns, and summarize findings for technical teams.
• Follow change controls, runbooks, and security requirements; document changes and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with internal engineers to reproduce issues, validate fixes, and improve deployment reliability.

Qualifications

• Required
• Practical PowerShell scripting experience, including working with files, processes, services, logs, and error handling.
• Strong Windows operating system and Windows administration knowledge.
• Familiarity with WinPE and Windows deployment or recovery workflows.
• Understanding of Windows boot processes, boot records, and Boot Configuration Data (BCD).
• Experience automating routine IT or system-administration tasks.
• Ability to troubleshoot methodically, document work clearly, and follow established procedures.
• Preferred
• Experience with Windows imaging, endpoint provisioning, or operating-system deployment.
• Experience validating system configuration after imaging or deployment.
• Familiarity with Windows updates, drivers, services, and deployment logs.
• Experience producing scripts and reports that can be safely used by other administrators.
• Exposure to ATM, kiosk, or other specialized Windows endpoint environments.