Data Center Optical Engineer (Shift & Remote Hands)

Fusion Solutions, LLC; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fusion Solutions, LLC seeks a Data Center Optical Engineer to join our team in the United States. You will be responsible for racking, cabling, and stacking data center equipment, performing decommissioning and hardware replacement, and providing remote hands services with strong customer focus.

You will also conduct optical testing, troubleshoot transport networks, and support site audits, with duties including power management, documentation, and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience working as a technician in data center operations or a similar environment, interacting directly with customers.
• Team lead experience preferred
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently without continuous supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, especially with customers.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain composure in stressful and demanding work environments.

Responsibilities

• Break-Fix: Availability to work outside normal business hours, including nights and weekends.
• Remote Hands: Install and test data center equipment and understand MOPs, vendor docs, and network practices.
• Cabling: Handle, install, and troubleshoot Ethernet and fiber cables and connectors (CAT5/6, RJ45, LC).
• Optical Testing and Troubleshooting: Use optical test gear to verify 10/100G circuits and resolve network issues.
• Site Audits: Validate equipment placement and document results.
• Racking and Stacking: Install and manage hardware in racks per SOPs; use hand/power tools.
• Decommissioning: Safely dispose of outdated hardware.
• Hardware Replacement: Replace faulty hardware components in transport routers, servers, and switches.
• Power Management: Manage power feeds and ATIS; optimize hot/cold aisle layout.
• Documentation: Read cut-sheets and ensure correct ports and cable management.
• AC/DC Power Equipment: Maintain and troubleshoot power equipment; ensure reliable distribution.

Skills

Customer interaction

Team leadership

Self-starter

English communication

Multitasking

Job description

Fusion Solutions, LLC seeks a Data Center Optical Engineer to join our team in the United States. You will be responsible for racking, cabling, and stacking data center equipment, performing decommissioning and hardware replacement, and providing remote hands services with strong customer focus.

You will also conduct optical testing, troubleshoot transport networks, and support site audits, with duties including power management, documentation, and adherence to safety standards.