Data Center Field Engineer I

Field Engineer I - Structured Cabling

Location: New Albany, OH (Onsite)

Duration: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire

Pay Rate: $35-$42/hour

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Field Engineer I - Structured Cabling to support large-scale data center and low-voltage infrastructure projects. This individual will serve as a technical resource throughout the project lifecycle, providing field support, quality oversight, material coordination, and technical guidance to ensure successful project execution.

The ideal candidate will have experience with structured cabling systems, data center environments, fiber optic infrastructure, material procurement, and interpreting construction documentation such as cable schedules and Bills of Material (BOMs).

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications, cable schedules, and project documentation.
• Create shop drawings, project submittals, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and support to field teams during installation activities.
• Perform system verification, testing, inspections, and quality assurance reviews.
• Conduct site assessments and field walks to evaluate project requirements and identify potential risks or opportunities.
• Support project managers throughout installation, commissioning, and closeout phases.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders during project execution.
• Serve as a technical liaison between field operations, project management, estimating teams, and customers.
• Assist with material planning, procurement, and inventory management.
• Develop recommendations related to constructability, project scope, and installation best practices.
• Support training initiatives and provide guidance to field leaders and project teams.

Required Qualifications

• Experience supporting structured cabling or low-voltage infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic cable construction, fiber types, and industry standards.
• Experience working with cable schedules, drawings, specifications, and Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Knowledge of material procurement and equipment coordination.
• Experience supporting data center projects or mission-critical environments.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Meta/Facebook data center projects.
• Background in telecommunications, structured cabling, or data center construction.
• Experience creating project submittals and shop drawings.
• Familiarity with quality control processes and punch list management.
• Previous experience serving in a Field Engineer, Project Engineer, Structured Cabling Engineer, or similar role.

What Success Looks Like

• High-quality project execution with minimal rework.
• Effective management of materials and technical project requirements.
• Strong collaboration with field teams, subcontractors, customers, and project leadership.
• Consistent adherence to documentation, safety, and quality standards.

Apply Today

If you have experience with data centers, fiber optic infrastructure, structured cabling systems, BOM review, and material procurement , we'd love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team and work on large-scale, high-profile infrastructure projects with long-term potential.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Albany, OH.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in New Albany,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.