Field Engineer – Fiber optic - Hybrid

Job Summary

The Field Engineer I – Structured Cabling will install and operate most types of low‑voltage/structured cabling systems and equipment, perform troubleshooting and diagnostic tasks, and support senior service operations. The role will require troubleshooting of system components, field verification of connections, labels, installation, and quality.

• Diagnose and repair equipment problems in a senior service support role, testing, troubleshooting system components and functions and verifying connections, labels, installation and work quality.
• Understand advanced system drawings, specifications and technical manuals; create shop drawings and submittals for new project kick‑off.
• Manage the technical work in the field with little supervision, coordinating both in‑house and field work as required.
• Assume ownership of project installation, provide advanced support to field staff and the project manager.
• Maintain and complete project punch‑lists for project close‑outs.
• Oversee the technical aspects of projects; quality‑check, test all equipment and functionality, and create punch lists.
• Assist sales staff with product and system demonstrations.
• Conduct detailed field walks for prospective or change‑order opportunities, providing comprehensive written scope narratives, system outlines, and constructability notes to assist estimating in crafting accurate proposals.
• Identify and document existing conditions, infrastructure constraints, and access limitations during site assessments to inform bid strategies and value‑engineering options.
• Interface with subcontractors during pre‑construction activities; set up and coordinate site walks, review scope alignment, and obtain written proposals or bids as required.
• Serve as a technical liaison between the field and pre‑construction/estimating, bridging gaps in design intent, sequence of operations, and field feasibility.
• Assist the Quality and Training department by developing or delivering structured guidance for Leads and Superintendents on project setup, documentation organization, and workflow planning.
• Support the development of best practices and job‑readiness materials to help new leaders understand expectations around job closeout, documentation control, and startup execution.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Min USD $25.00/Hr.

Max USD $35.00/Hr.

• Self‑motivated, positive, professional, and able to lead others in creating, developing, and implementing project process improvements.
• Promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
• Proven problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills, with strong reading, writing, and oral presentation abilities.
• Diagnose and fix problems with existing equipment and new installs.
• Enthusiastic, patient, and a critical thinker.
• Excellent customer‑service and communication skills.
• High skill level interpreting blueprints and other project documents such as specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.
• Ability to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

• High school diploma or GED equivalency; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3–4 years of commercial low‑voltage/structured cabling experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and MS Project).
• Meeting company minimum driving standards.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks or projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks, and manage these to final completion and customer turnover.

License

Required:

No

Minimum Education:

High School

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical, and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential, and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC.

• Safety is Priority One.
• Competitive Pay.
• Company 401(k) plan with employer contribution match.
• Company paid time off.
• Company paid life…