Sr. ICT Engineer

Switch; Northern (KY); Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote opportunities

Generous benefits

Karma culture

Job summary

Switch is seeking a Sr. ICT Engineer to lead ICT design standards for data center projects. You will oversee consultant work, ensure scalable, compliant pathways, and drive cost and performance improvements across sites.

The role is remote with travel less than 25% domestically. You will collaborate with internal teams to advance hyperscale data center infrastructure and stay aligned with industry standards.

Qualifications

• BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) or equivalent credential.
• 10+ years ICT design experience, preferably in mission-critical environments.
• Experience developing structured cabling designs for fiber optic and copper systems.
• Strong knowledge of ANSI/TIA and ANSI/BICSI standards.
• Experience reviewing consultant-generated design documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop company-wide physical layer standards (Layer 1) for telecom pathways and cabling systems.
• Oversee consultant design for fiber optic and copper ISP infrastructure for scalability and compliance.
• Review ICT pathways, cabling designs, submittals and shop drawings.
• Maintain Basis of Design documentation and specification templates.
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and AHJs on design delivery.

Skills

RCDD/BICSI

10+ years ICT design

Structured cabling

ANSI/TIA knowledge

Design documentation review

Tools

Bluebeam

SmartSheet

MS Office

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

At Switch, we don’t just design, build and operate data centers—we are enabling the technology of the future. Led by Founder & CEO, Rob Roy, we believe in revolutionary innovation, operational excellence and the principle of karma. Switch is where talented people come together to EVOLVE the digital world.

We believe that innovation isn’t just about technology—it’s about the people, culture, and purpose that make it happen. Every Switch team member contributes to a mission greater than themselves: to create the world’s most advanced digital infrastructure that powers the progress of humanity.

The Role: Sr. ICT Engineer

As a Sr. ICT Engineer, you are a senior member of the Data Center Construction and Design – Design Engineering team. You are responsible for ICT infrastructure design standards, consultant oversight, and technical leadership across Switch’s expanding data center portfolio.

You ensure physical layer infrastructure designs are resilient, scalable, cost-effective, and aligned with both industry standards and Switch design requirements. Your work directly impacts speed to market, design consistency, and long-term facility performance.

This is a remote role with domestic travel expected to be less than 25%.

What You’ll Do

• Develop company-wide physical layer (Layer 1) standards for telecom pathways, spaces, and structured cabling systems.
• Oversee consultant design for fiber optic and copper ISP infrastructure to ensure scalability and compliance.
• Review ICT pathways, cabling designs, equipment submittals, and shop drawings.
• Develop and maintain Basis of Design documentation and specification templates.
• Assess engineering assumptions and evaluate design alternatives.
• Support master planning by reviewing communications system layouts.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects designed by external consultants.
• Coordinate with internal engineering teams, construction managers, quantity surveyors, vendors, utilities, and AHJs.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing RFPs for design consultants.
• Work with manufacturers to specify appropriate ICT equipment.
• Ensure compliance with ANSI/TIA, ANSI/BICSI, and applicable code requirements.
• Identify and lead initiatives to improve cost, quality, schedule, and design consistency across sites.
• Research emerging ICT technologies and evaluate applicability to hyperscale data center environments.
• Present technical information clearly to customers, leadership, and peers.

What We’re Looking For

• You independently identify and mitigate design risks.
• You balance cost, speed, and quality in high-growth environments.
• You hold high standards for documentation and compliance.
• You communicate clearly with consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• You remain organized while managing multiple projects.
• You contribute practical improvements to design standards and processes.

What You’ll Bring

Required

• BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) or equivalent BICSI credential (DCDC, RTPM, OSP).
• 10+ years of ICT design experience, preferably in mission-critical environments.
• Experience developing structured cabling designs for fiber optic and category copper systems.
• Strong knowledge of ANSI/TIA and ANSI/BICSI standards.
• Experience reviewing consultant-generated design documentation.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, SmartSheet, and Microsoft Office.

Preferred

• Experience with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience supporting hyperscale or colocation data center projects.
• Familiarity with master planning and campus-level infrastructure design.

If you meet most of these qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Why Switch?

• A Culture of Karma – We are self-motivated by karma, ensuring our actions contribute to a positive, supportive and forward-thinking environment.
• Industry Leading Designs – Work with the most advanced data center technology on the planet and be a part of emerging technology development.
• Flexibility & Remote Opportunities – Whether in-office, hybrid, or fully remote, we offer the technology and support to keep teams connected and productive.
• Job Security & Career Stability – In this expanding industry, we invest in our people, providing opportunities & advancement in a stable, growing company.
• Generous Benefits Package - Switch provides medical plan options of comprehensive coverage for you and your family that can be tailored to fit your personal needs, and more!

Join Us & Make a Difference

This is more than a job—it’s a mission. If you’re ready to be part of a culture that values innovation, karma, and limitless potential, we want to hear from you.

Apply Now and Let’s Build the Future Together.

Remote applicants must reside in one of our registered states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, GA, IL, LA, MA, MI, MO, NC, NV, NY, OR, TX, UT, VA, WA.

Switch provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants. Switch is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. In accordance with applicable law and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ("EEOC"), Switch prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service member status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Switch’s commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in Switch’s operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee or agent of Switch, including supervisors and coworkers. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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