Senior Telecom Field Engineer - Data Center Installations

GDT - General Datatech

Bothell (WA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

GDT - General Datatech is seeking an experienced Level 3 Installer / Field Engineer to support telecommunications and critical infrastructure installations in data centers, switching offices, central offices, headends, and other customer facilities.

The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience with telecom equipment, -48 VDC power, fiber/copper cabling, equipment replacements, and live network cutovers. Travel may be required, and OSHA/Electrical safety standards apply.

Qualifications

5+ years of telecommunications installation, field engineering, network infrastructure, or related experience.
Level 3 experience with complex installations, troubleshooting, cutovers, and equipment replacements.
Hands-on experience with -48 VDC telecom power systems.
Experience in central offices, switching facilities, data centers, or other mission-critical environments.
Experience performing equipment swaps on live networks.
Strong knowledge of fiber/copper cabling, grounding, bonding, and rack-and-stack practices.
Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

Install, commission, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and replace telecom and network equipment.
Install and troubleshoot fiber, copper, coax, and structured cabling.
Work with -48 VDC power systems, fuse panels, breakers, grounding, and equipment feeds.
Install and replace routers, switches, servers, transport equipment, shelves, cards, modules, and power supplies.
Perform in-service equipment swaps, migrations, and cutovers while protecting live services.
Follow MOPs, pre/post-checks, rollback procedures, and change-control requirements.
Read engineering drawings, rack elevations, schematics, and installation documentation.
Perform fiber and electrical testing using OTDRs, optical power meters, multimeters, and related equipment.
Troubleshoot power, cabling, hardware, alarms, and connectivity issues.
Coordinate with engineering teams, network operations, vendors, contractors, and customers.
Maintain accurate installation records, test results, and closeout documentation.
Follow all OSHA, electrical, ESD, fall protection, and site safety requirements.