Data Center Field Engineer

Instrata; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Competitive pay and benefits

Hands-on project exposure

Job summary

Instrata is seeking a Data Center Field Engineer in Chandler, Arizona to support hyperscale data center projects. The role involves coordinating documentation, engaging with site teams, and ensuring project accuracy. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering, along with 1–3 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The position provides opportunities for career growth and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in construction engineering or project support.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of Division 27/28 systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers by bridging technical and administrative gaps.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and field documentation.
• Coordinate quality inspections and commissioning activities.

Skills

Data center construction workflows

Documentation control

Organizational skills

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

About The Role

Do you take pride in ensuring that mission‑critical infrastructure is delivered accurately, documented correctly, and ready for commissioning? We’re looking for a Data Center Field Engineer / Project Engineer to support hyperscale data center construction projects through detailed coordination, documentation control, and field execution support.

What You’ll Do – Coordinate Precisely. Document Accurately. Deliver Reliably.

• Support Site Project Managers and Senior Project Managers by bridging technical and administrative gaps on active hyperscale data center projects, with daily field presence to resolve issues and support foremen and crews.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, redlines, as‑builds, and field documentation to ensure accuracy, timely responses, and alignment with design, client standards, and commissioning requirements.
• Identify and escape design conflicts, constructability issues, and scope discrepancies early to avoid schedule, cost, or quality impacts.
• Coordinate quality inspections, punch walks, and commissioning readiness activities, including tracking and validating test results and Infra Ready for Cx deliverables.
• Interface with client engineers and construction representatives, providing clear updates on documentation status, testing progress, and milestone readiness.
• Track installation progress, material alignment, and field changes in coordination with foremen, supply chain, QA/QC, and documentation teams.
• Support cost control, forecasting, billing, and change order development by validating quantities, labor impacts, and documentation accuracy.
• Leverage engineering, BIM/VDC, PMO, and preconstruction resources to close technical gaps, support turnover, and feed lessons learned back into enterprise systems.

What You Bring

• Strong understanding of data center construction workflows and documentation control.
• Experience supporting RFIs, submittals, redlines, as‑builds, and turnover documentation.
• Familiarity with commissioning processes and milestone‑driven delivery models.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and Division 27/28 systems.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Clear, professional communication skills with field teams and client stakeholders.
• Desire to grow into project management and leadership roles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (Equivalent field experience considered).
• 1–3 years of experience in construction engineering, project engineering, or project support (Internship or co‑op experience acceptable for entry‑level candidates).
• Working knowledge of Division 27/28 conveyance systems preferred, including structured cabling, OSP, splicing, security, and BDA/DAS.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and documentation tools such as Bluebeam and scheduling or tracking platforms.
• OSHA 10 required; OSHA 30 preferred.
• EIT, FE, or PMP‑track credentials a plus.

What’s in It for You?

• Mission‑Critical Impact: Contribute to hyperscale data center projects that power global technology and infrastructure.
• Career Growth: Build a clear path toward Project Engineer and Project Manager roles through hands‑on project exposure.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside experienced project managers, field engineers, foremen, and commissioning teams.
• Client Interaction: Gain exposure to client engineers and construction leadership in high‑visibility environments.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Compensation aligned with experience, skills, and growth potential.

Work Environment

This is a hands‑on, technical role with time spent both in the field and supporting project documentation. Work is performed in active data center construction environments and may include walking job sites, climbing ladders, lifting up to 40 lbs, and extended periods of computer work. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Ready to Support Mission‑Critical Data Center Delivery?

Apply today and be part of a team delivering accurate, high‑quality infrastructure—ready for commissioning and built to perform.