Infrastructure Engineer

TEKsystems; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off/Leave (PTO, vacation or sick)

Job summary

TEKsystems in Decatur, IL is seeking an Infrastructure Field Engineer to assess, document, and deploy network infrastructure across multiple locations. You will perform site discoveries, rack and data center documentation, and hands‑on cabling support for upgrades and refresh projects.

The role requires strong networking knowledge, hardware installation experience, and the ability to travel extensively. This temporary onsite contract in Decatur, IL offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Experience with Cisco networking equipment.
• Copper and fiber optic cabling experience.
• Experience working in MDF, IDF, and data center environments.
• Knowledge of UPS, PDU, and power distribution systems.
• Experience supporting network cutovers and go-live events.
• Ability to read and create rack elevations and infrastructure diagrams.
• Experience using Visio or similar documentation tools.
• Familiarity with industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of OT/IT network environments.
• Strong written documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently in remote locations.
• OSHA, safety, or plant environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform site assessments across locations.
• Document rack layouts and network infrastructure.
• Install and test network cabling.
• Support rack and stack activities.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues.
• Assist with implementation and cutover events.
• Collaborate with project and operations teams.
• Coordinate with third-party partners.

Skills

network upgrades

rack and stack

routing

switching protocols

installing hardware

Cisco

cabling installation

Windows

Infrastructure

System administrator

Automation

Tools

Visio

Job description

Description

Seeking an Infrastructure Field Engineer to support network infrastructure assessments, documentation, and deployment activities across multiple locations. This role is responsible for conducting site discoveries, evaluating network and server room readiness, documenting existing environments, and providing hands‑on support for infrastructure upgrades and refresh projects. The ideal candidate combines strong networking knowledge with practical experience in cabling, hardware installations, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities include performing site assessments, documenting rack layouts and network infrastructure, installing and testing network cabling, supporting rack and stack activities, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and assisting with implementation and cutover events. The engineer will work closely with project teams, operations teams, and third‑party partners to ensure infrastructure is properly documented, prepared, and deployed.

The ideal candidate has experience with enterprise networking environments, network cabling, hardware installations, and technical documentation. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to travel extensively are required. Experience working in manufacturing, industrial, or plant environments is preferred.

Skills

network upgrades, rack and stack, routing, switching protocols, installing hardware, Cisco, cabling installation, Windows, Infrastructure, System administrator, Automation

Top Skills Details

network upgrades,rack and stack,routing,switching protocols,installing hardware,Cisco,cabling installation

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Cisco networking equipment
• Copper and fiber optic cabling experience
• Experience working in MDF, IDF, and data center environments
• Knowledge of UPS, PDU, and power distribution systems
• Experience supporting network cutovers and go-live events
• Ability to read and create rack elevations and infrastructure diagrams
• Experience using Visio or similar documentation tools
• Familiarity with industrial or manufacturing environments
• Understanding of OT/IT network environments
• Strong written documentation and reporting skills
• Ability to work independently in remote locations
• OSHA, safety, or plant environment experience preferred

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Decatur, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Decatur,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe, and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands‑on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.