Senior Data Centre Field Engineer

Vanloq - Workforce Solutions; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 111,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Data Centre Field Engineer to manage complex infrastructure deployments in the Bay Area, with frequent international travel. Responsibilities include leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience and expertise in structured cabling. This is a 12-month contract position with a competitive day rate based on experience, ideal for individuals who thrive in hands-on environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience delivering complex data centre or enterprise infrastructure projects.
• Proven expertise in structured cabling, including fibre and copper installation.
• Ability to read and interpret MOPs, cable run lists, patch plans, and schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting in mission-critical environments.
• Ability to read MOPs, cable run lists, patch plans and schematics.
• Excellent customer-facing communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead infrastructure deployment projects across various environments.
• Conduct post-project reviews to improve delivery quality.
• Serve as a trusted on-site advisor and maintain client standards.
• Install and test Wireless Access Points; ensure proper terminations and docs.
• Mentor and support junior engineers; multi‑site deployments.
• Serve as on-site advisor; maintain client and internal standards.
• Provide as-built and redline documentation; keep records current.
• Conduct post-project reviews and capture lessons learned.

Skills

Structured cabling expertise

Troubleshooting skills

Customer-facing communication

Unix/Linux CLI proficiency

MOPs & schematics reading

Documentation skills

Multi-site project management

Customer-facing

Self-starter / organization

Network provisioning

Education

CCNA or CWNA certification

Cabling certifications (CNCI, BTEC, City & Guild, BICSI)

Tools

Fluke testers

OTDRs

Network analyzers

Wire mapping tools

Job description

Senior Data Centre Field Engineer – Bay Area (Frequent International Travel)

12‑Month Contract | 1099 or C2C

Our client, a leading technology consultancy specializing in large‑scale infrastructure deployments, is seeking an experienced Senior Data Centre Field Engineer to join their team on a 12‑month contract based in the Bay Area with frequent international travel to client sites.

Role Overview

As a Senior Data Centre Field Engineer, you will lead complex field projects, mentor junior engineers, and ensure that every installation meets the highest technical and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead infrastructure deployment projects across data centre, enterprise, and retail environments.
• Pull, terminate, and test Cat6/6a and fibre structured cabling systems.
• Rack, stack, and configure network equipment; decommission legacy devices and patch cables as required.
• Deploy fully built racks into data centres and enterprise spaces, completing cross‑connects and final cabling.
• Install and test Wireless Access Points, ensuring high‑quality terminations and documentation.
• Partner with internal teams or local field engineers on complex, multi‑site deployments.
• Mentor and support less experienced colleagues.
• Serve as a trusted on‑site advisor, maintaining client and internal standards.
• Provide as‑built and redline documentation updates to keep engineering records current and accurate.
• Conduct post‑project reviews, sharing lessons learned to continually improve delivery quality.
• Review project scopes, BOMs, and schedules to identify and raise potential issues early.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies (routing, switching, Wi‑Fi, firewalls, compute, storage, AV, power, and cabling).
• Represent the consultancy with professionalism and identify potential business opportunities.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years’ experience delivering complex data centre or enterprise infrastructure projects for large customers.
• Proven expertise in structured cabling, including fibre and copper installation, testing, and certification.
• Hands‑on experience with Fluke testers, OTDRs, network analyzers, and wire mapping tools.
• Ability to read and interpret MOPs, cable run lists, patch plans, and schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault‑finding skills in high‑pressure, mission‑critical environments.
• Proficiency with Unix/Linux CLI, network configuration, firmware installation, and device provisioning.
• Experience analysing wireless survey reports (Ekahau, AirMagnet, Hamina) and advising on signal remediation.
• Excellent customer‑facing, communication, and documentation skills.
• Self‑starter with strong organisational discipline and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Certifications & Education

• Cabling certifications (CNCI, BTEC, City & GUILD, BICSI) desirable.
• CCNA or CWNA certification (or equivalent) preferred.

Contract Details

• Contract Type: 12‑Month Contract (1099 or C2C)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Compensation: Competitive day rate, based on experience

If you are an experienced Senior Data Centre Field Engineer who thrives in hands‑on environments and enjoys leading complex deployments, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward‑thinking consultancy working with some of the most respected clients in the industry.