Field Engineer- Cabling and Network

We have a contract opportunity with one of our major clients. They are looking for a Field Engineer
- Cabling and Network - 100% onsite with travel for an important project.

Position:
Field Engineer
- Cabling and Network - 100% onsite with travel

Location:

Minneapolis , MN, 55415

Duration:
Contract : 6 - 12 Months

Minneapolis, MN – They would like resource onsite at headquarters when not working on locations below.

Travel is expected approximately twice per month, depending on project needs. Potential Ryan Companies data center construction sites may include:

Mesa, AZ – Phoenix area

Covington, GA – Atlanta area

Wheatfield, IN – South Bend region

Abernathy, TX – Lubbock area

Additional U.S. project sites as needed

Required Skills:

Hands-on Network & Field Infrastructure Deployment — Experience installing/configuring switches, firewalls, wireless access points, network racks, and basic jobsite networks. They need someone who can arrive onsite and execute without significant technical oversight.

Low-Voltage Cabling & Physical Technology Installation — Strong understanding of structured/LV cabling, rack builds, cable troubleshooting, TV/display mounting, and coordinating the physical installation components. They don’t necessarily need to personally perform every cable run, but they need to understand the work well enough to oversee subcontractors.

Independent Field Leadership &

Customer/Contractor Coordination — Ability to act as the onsite technical lead, communicate directly with Companies, coordinate subcontractors, troubleshoot issues in real time, and keep deployments moving. For this role, I’d consider this just as important as the technical skills.

• Hands-on network deployment:
  Switches, firewalls, wireless access points, racks, connectivity troubleshooting, and basic network setup.
• Independent field leadership:
  Must be comfortable owning the onsite deployment, communicating with the customer, coordinating contractors, and solving problems without significant supervision.
• Low-voltage/physical infrastructure:
  Structured cabling, LVC, rack builds, mounting, and enough physical infrastructure knowledge to oversee subcontractors.

Logitech/OWL conferencing equipment, Microsoft Teams Rooms, and broader AV experience.

Company is seeking a hands-on Field Engineer for an anticipated six-month engagement supporting technology deployments at construction and data center project sites.

This individual will be responsible for setting up network and technology infrastructure within temporary jobsite offices and trailers, supporting collaboration and AV technology, and coordinating with subcontractors and onsite teams.

The ideal candidate can operate independently, work directly with customer stakeholders, troubleshoot issues in the field, and take ownership of onsite deployments. A more senior candidate who can serve as a strong onsite technical leader would be highly valued.

• Install and configure basic network environments within portable jobsite trailers and temporary offices.
• Deploy and configure network switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Build and organize network racks.
• Support structured and low-voltage cabling installations.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity and infrastructure issues.
• Test and validate equipment and connectivity to ensure the environment is operational.
• Set up and configure meeting room technologies, including Logitech conference room solutions and OWL conferencing devices.
• Install, mount, and configure TVs, displays, mounting brackets, and related equipment.
• Support Microsoft Teams Rooms and similar collaboration technology.
• Test meeting room functionality and ensure environments…