Field Electronics Technician

Amphenol Network Solutions; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Job summary

Amphenol Network Solutions in Shreveport, Louisiana, seeks a Field Electronics Technician to install, configure, test, and commission power and monitoring systems inside modular data center enclosures and equipment shelters at manufacturing facilities. The role requires collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customers to ensure successful integrations.

Responsibilities include wiring, network configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of monitoring systems, with periodic

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electronics, telecommunications, network administration, or equivalent military training; or 3+ years related experience.
• 5+ years of experience with telecommunications infrastructure, critical power, or modular data center systems.
• Experience with electrical and control drawings, telecom power and grounding practices, and manufacturing or mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, and verify -48V DC power distribution, battery, busbar, breaker, fuse, grounding, and bonding systems.
• Configure and troubleshoot network-enabled monitoring and control equipment, including static IPs, subnet masks, gateways, DHCP and VLANs.
• Validate alarms and network communications before customer acceptance.
• Troubleshoot integration issues, document results and corrective actions, and support customer acceptance and sign-off.
• Serve as the technical liaison among Amphenol, enclosure manufacturers, quality personnel, and customers.

Skills

Power systems

Networking

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in electronics, telecommunications, or network administration

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Amphenol Network Solutions, headquartered in Liberty Lake, Washington, is a division of Amphenol Corporation, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of interconnect products, with global headquarters in Wallingford, Connecticut. Guided by a bold vision to connect people with technology, Amphenol serves a wide range of markets including IT Datacom, Mobile Devices, Mobile Networks, Broadband, Industrial, Automotive, Commercial Aerospace, and Military.

At Amphenol Network Solutions, we are at the forefront of global connectivity, delivering a high-quality, seamless portfolio of fiber distribution, cable management, power solutions, racks, passives, and enclosures. From fiber crossing oceans to networks spanning continents, our technologies enhance the performance of our customers’ products, systems, and networks—one connection at a time.

Recently recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest, we believe that coming to work every day is a choice—and a meaningful one. We foster an environment where innovative, hard-working, passionate, honest, and fun-loving people thrive. If you’re looking to be part of a global force shaping the future of communication and connectivity, you’ve found it.

POSITION SUMMARY

Amphenol Network Solutions is seeking a Field Electronics Technician to install, configure, test, and commission power and monitoring systems within modular data center enclosures and equipment shelters at manufacturing facilities in Shreveport, Louisiana.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents. The list is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required by all incumbents. Incumbents may perform other duties as assigned.

Power Systems Integration

• Install, inspect, and verify -48V DC power distribution, battery, busbar, breaker, fuse, grounding, and bonding systems.
• Interpret schematics and wiring diagrams; verify polarity, grounding, circuit protection, and compliance with engineering and customer requirements.

Network & Controls Configuration

• Configure and troubleshoot network-enabled monitoring and control equipment, including static IPs, subnet masks, gateways, DHCP and VLANs.
• Configure and test Ethernet/IP, Modbus RTU/TCP, RS-485, API and SNMP communications using web-based interfaces and command-line tools.
• Validate alarms and network communications before customer acceptance.
• Troubleshoot integration issues, document results and corrective actions, and support customer acceptance and sign-off.

Customer & Cross-Functional Support

• Serve as the technical liaison among Amphenol, enclosure manufacturers, quality personnel, and customers.
• Provide project support, communicate status and risks, and collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and project management teams.
• Maintain a professional, customer-focused presence.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Required

• Associate degree in electronics, telecommunications, network administration, or equivalent military training; or 3+ years of related experience in power integration, commissioning, telecommunications, industrial controls, or data centers.

Preferred

• 5+ years of experience with telecommunications infrastructure, critical power, or modular data center systems.
• Experience with electrical and control drawings, telecom power and grounding practices, and manufacturing or mission-critical environments.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

DC Power Systems

• -48V DC architecture, distribution, breakers, fuses, batteries, grounding, bonding, cable routing, and high-current terminations.

Networking & Communications

Testing & Troubleshooting

• Electrical and electronic troubleshooting, use of test equipment, root cause analysis, and technical reporting.

LANGUAGE AND PEOPLE SKILLS

• Strong written and verbal communication, including explaining technical concepts to customers and stakeholders.
• Professional, collaborative, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Ability to learn proprietary monitoring and control systems.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

• Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 25 pounds regularly; stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
• Work safely around energized electrical systems, distinguish wiring colors, read technical drawings, and frequently use test equipment and computers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily on-site at facilities, working inside modular enclosures, equipment shelters, and data center assemblies.
• Regular exposure to industrial noise, electrical equipment, and active integration work, with frequent interaction across manufacturing, quality, engineering, and customer teams.
• Moderate travel may be required for commissioning, customer support, and training.

COMPENSATION

Pay Range: $70,000-$85,000

Status: Exempt

Bonus – This position is eligible for annual bonus pay based on the performance of the Company.

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and work location.

QUALITY STATEMENT

Amphenol Network Solutions is committed to delivering an extraordinary customer experience that meets or exceeds our customer’s requirements and satisfaction as we continually improve the effectiveness of our Quality Management System.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ANS is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicants because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, marital status, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law. Additionally, it is and shall continue to be our policy to provide promotion and advancement opportunities in a non-discriminatory fashion.

ANS complies with applicable local, state, and federal statutes governing “equal employment opportunity” and nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, and transfers.