Data Center Optical Engineer - Hands-on Tech & Uptime

Fusion Solutions, LLC; Hubbard (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fusion Solutions, LLC seeks a Data Center Optical Engineer to manage racking, cabling, and optical troubleshooting for data center facilities. You will support break-fix, remote hands, and hardware replacements while ensuring tight coordination with multiple teams and vendors.

The role involves heavy cabling, testing with OTDR and power meters, and strict adherence to safety and procedures. Strong customer-facing communication is essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in data center operations with customer-facing duties.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault isolation skills.
• Ability to work in shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Hands-on hardware replacement and rack/stack proficiency.
• Familiarity with optical transport testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Break-Fix: work outside normal hours to address issues.
• Remote Hands: install, test, and document data center work.
• Cabling: pull and manage Ethernet/fiber cabling in racks.
• Optical Testing and Troubleshooting: test circuits with OTDR, power meters, and related tools.
• Site Audits: validate equipment placement and cable lengths.
• Racking and Stacking: install and organize hardware in racks.
• Decommissioning: remove old hardware per policies.
• Hardware Replacement: swap faulty components like routers/switches.
• Power Management: manage power feeds and ATS where applicable.
• Documentation: update cut-sheets and ensure proper port/cable mapping.
• AC/DC Power Equipment: maintain power distribution and connectivity.
• Oversight: supervise third-party on-site activities.

Skills

Data center operations

Customer service

Technical troubleshooting

Hardware replacement

Team collaboration

Tools

OTDR

Power meter

VFL

Job description

Fusion Solutions, LLC seeks a Data Center Optical Engineer to manage racking, cabling, and optical troubleshooting for data center facilities. You will support break-fix, remote hands, and hardware replacements while ensuring tight coordination with multiple teams and vendors.

The role involves heavy cabling, testing with OTDR and power meters, and strict adherence to safety and procedures. Strong customer-facing communication is essential in a fast-paced environment.