Network Infrastructure Engineer

asu; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University is seeking a Network Infrastructure Engineer to support planning, design, and activation of telecommunications infrastructure for university facilities. You will work with architects, engineers, consultants, and facilities staff to ensure compliance with standards and project goals.

The role focuses on planning, design review, and activation of network infrastructure in construction and renovation projects, ensuring quality and timely deployment across campus facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in the field.
• OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or training.
• Familiarity with ASU Division 27 standards and related practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical design for structured cabling systems (Category 6A, fiber optic, and related infra).
• Review construction documents for compliance with ASU standards.
• Support design development and construction phases of capital and tenant projects.
• Participate in project meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Perform site surveys and telecommunications infrastructure evaluations.
• Review submittals, RFIs, and proposed design modifications.
• Conduct construction quality assurance inspections and ensure activation readiness.

Skills

Structured cabling design

Fiber optic infrastructure

Coordination with architects/engineers

Quality assurance

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree + 3 years experience

Equivalent combination of experience/training

Job description

Job Profile

Network Engineering Specialist 2

Job Family

Network Design and Administration

Time Type

Full time

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field;
• OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary

Supports with routine logistical operations of a local area network (LAN), evaluating affiliated products to ensure compliance and secure network access.

Job Description

About the Team

The Network Infrastructure Expansion (NIE) team serves as Arizona State University's subject matter experts for telecommunications infrastructure and structured cabling systems. The team functions as consultant, designer, owner's representative, and quality assurance partner for new construction, renovation, modernization, and infrastructure projects throughout the ASU enterprise.

Our work directly influences the planning, design, construction, activation, and long-term sustainability of the university's communications infrastructure systems.

Position Summary

The Network Infrastructure Engineer supports the planning, design, implementation, activation, and quality assurance of telecommunications infrastructure systems throughout Arizona State University. Under general direction, this position provides technical expertise for structured cabling systems, fiber optic infrastructure, pathways and spaces, telecommunications rooms, and supporting low-voltage infrastructure associated with university construction and renovation projects.

The position works closely with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, facilities personnel, campus stakeholders, and technology teams to ensure compliance with ASU standards, industry best practices, and project objectives.

In addition to planning, design review, and quality assurance activities, the Network Infrastructure Engineer coordinates the deployment, commissioning, and activation of technology infrastructure supporting university facilities. Responsibilities include coordinating rack-and-stack activities, activation of network electronics, wireless infrastructure, telecommunications services, horizontal cabling assignments, and supporting project turnover and transition to operations.

This is not a traditional network operations position. The primary focus is telecommunications infrastructure planning, design review, construction support, quality assurance, commissioning, and activation of communications infrastructure supporting university facilities.

As with all members of the Enterprise Technology team, this role carries core responsibilities, including fostering a sense of belonging and cultivating a culture that is relational, visionary, and empowering. With a strong emphasis on authenticity and compassion, this position is dedicated to embodying and advancing our culture.

Position Salary Range

$80,000 - $112,200; depends on experience

Essential Duties

• Provide technical expertise for the design and implementation of structured cabling systems, including Category 6A, fiber optic, and specialty communications infrastructure.
• Review architectural, electrical, telecommunications, and low-voltage construction documents for compliance with ASU standards and industry best practices.
• Support programming, schematic design, design development, and construction phases of capital improvement and tenant improvement projects.
• Participate in project meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, facilities personnel, and university stakeholders.
• Perform field assessments, site surveys, and telecommunications infrastructure evaluations.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, requests for information (RFIs), product data, and proposed design modifications.
• Conduct construction quality assurance and quality control inspections.
• Verify installation compliance with ASU Division 27 standards, project specifications, and applicable industry standards.
• Assist with campus fiber optic infrastructure planning and expansion initiatives.
• Maintain technical documentation, standards, design details, and infrastructure records.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Technology teams to align infrastructure solutions with operational requirements.
• Support modernization, renovation, and bond-funded infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Support commissioning, activation, turnover, and operational acceptance of telecommunications and network infrastructure systems associated with construction and renovation projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Leverage AI in routine tasks and contribute ideas for using AI to improve the unit's efficiency and overall performance.
• Take responsibility for fostering a positive culture, upholding organizational values, and championing engagement in all its forms.
• Collaborate across teams and actively participate