Field Engineer - Data Center Services

Job Summary

Field Engineer I – Data Center Services will install and operate low‑voltage/structured cabling systems and related equipment.

• Diagnose equipment problems in a senior service support role, including testing and field verification of connections, labels, installation and work quality.
• Understand advanced system drawings, specifications and technical manuals; create shop drawings and submittals for new project kick‑offs.
• Manage technical work in the field with little supervision.
• Perform work both “in house” and on site as required.
• Own project installation, support field staff and project manager, and provide advanced support for field installation staff.
• Maintain and complete project punch‑list for project close‑outs.
• Oversee the technical aspects of projects.
• Quality‑check projects, 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; provide comprehensive written scope narratives, system outlines and constructability notes to assist Estimating.
• 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.
• When workload allows, assist the Quality and Training department by developing or delivering 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 close‑out, documentation control and startup execution.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

• 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; effective reading, writing and oral presentation abilities.
• Diagnose and fix problems with existing equipment and new installs.
• Enthusiastic, passionate, patient and a critical thinker.
• Communicate with customers and provide excellent customer service.
• High skill level interpreting blueprints and other project documents, including specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

• Min: USD $35.00 per year
• Max: USD $50.00 per year

• At least a High School diploma or GED equivalency;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3‑4 years of commercial low‑voltage/structured cabling experience.
• Work well with others.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
• Meet company minimum driving standards.
• Manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrate verifiable ability to define a project, create scope of work, develop detailed tasks and manage to completion and customer turnover.

2‑4

No

High School

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