Data Center Field Engineer: Structured Cabling & Fiber

TEKsystems; Ohio; On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems in New Albany, OH is seeking a Field Engineer I – Structured Cabling to support large-scale data center infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes technical leadership as a bridge between project management, field operations, vendors, and customers, with on-site responsibilities.

You will review drawings, develop shop drawings, manage BOMs, and ensure fiber optic and low-voltage deployments meet standards, while coordinating with stakeholders to ensure timely material delivery and

Qualifications

• Experience in data center environments.
• Ability to read cable schedules, drawings, and Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Strong understanding of structured cabling systems.
• Familiar with fiber optic cable construction, fiber types, pathways, and approved alternative materials.
• Experience supporting material procurement and project material management.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with multiple project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret construction drawings, cable schedules, specifications, BOMs and project documentation.
• Develop shop drawings, submittals, and technical project documentation.
• Support project teams throughout the project lifecycle from pre-construction planning through project closeout.
• Perform site walks and field assessments to evaluate existing conditions, infrastructure requirements, and installation challenges.
• Identify constructability concerns and provide recommendations for improved project execution.
• Provide technical guidance for fiber optic and low-voltage infrastructure deployments.
• Apply knowledge of fiber optic cable construction, fiber types, pathways, and approved alternative materials.
• Ensure installations comply with customer specifications, industry standards, and quality requirements.
• Conduct system testing, validation, troubleshooting, and quality inspections.
• Manage punch lists and support successful project turnover.
• Coordinate material requirements for large-scale data center projects.
• Review and validate BOMs for completeness and accuracy.
• Support procurement efforts, including hyperscale data center material requirements and approval processes.
• Collaborate with vendors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to ensure materials arrive on time and align with project specifications.
• Serve as a technical resource for field teams, project managers, and superintendents.
• Partner with estimating teams to develop scopes of work, labor projections, and technical narratives.
• Coordinate with subcontractors during site walks, bid reviews, and pre-construction planning.
• Support training initiatives and help establish best practices for installation quality and project execution.
• Act as a liaison between field operations, customers, general contractors, and internal project teams.

Skills

Structured Cabling

Data Center Experience

Fiber Optics

Material Procurement

Project Coordination

Documentation

Job description

TEKsystems in New Albany, OH is seeking a Field Engineer I – Structured Cabling to support large-scale data center infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes technical leadership as a bridge between project management, field operations, vendors, and customers, with on-site responsibilities.

You will review drawings, develop shop drawings, manage BOMs, and ensure fiber optic and low-voltage deployments meet standards, while coordinating with stakeholders to ensure timely material delivery and