AI Data Center Network Lead: Fiber & Cabling Expert

Intelletec Energy; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Intelletec Energy client seeks a hands-on data center specialist to own onsite escalation for the physical layer, including network and structured cabling, in a high-speed AI infrastructure environment.

You will handle Tier 3 escalations for fiber issues, perform testing with VFL, OTDR, and power meters, validate post-repair connectivity, and document issues for network engineering. Thrive in a fast-paced hyperscale setting with cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Strong fiber and cabling experience across single-mode and multi-mode, with standard adherence.
• Proficiency with fiber testing tools such as VFL, OTDR, power meters and fiber scopes.
• Ability to perform basic network diagnostics (link status, light levels).
• Data center experience (3+ years) and uptime-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Tier 3 escalation for network and cabling issues.
• Fiber troubleshooting including transceivers and patch panels.
• Testing and validation using VFL, power meters, and light level measurements.
• Structured cabling repairs and remediation.
• Post-repair validation of LLDP, connectivity, and optical levels.

Skills

Fiber & cabling

Physical layer diagnostics

Structured cabling

Data center operations

Tools

VFL

OTDR

Power meters

Fiber scopes

Job description

Intelletec Energy client seeks a hands-on data center specialist to own onsite escalation for the physical layer, including network and structured cabling, in a high-speed AI infrastructure environment.

You will handle Tier 3 escalations for fiber issues, perform testing with VFL, OTDR, and power meters, validate post-repair connectivity, and document issues for network engineering. Thrive in a fast-paced hyperscale setting with cross-functional collaboration.