Field Engineer

Field Engineer

Employer: TEKsystems. Field Engineer – Structured Cabling (Data Center Infrastructure) Location: New Albany, OH (On-Site) Duration: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire Pay Rate: $35–$42/hr Industry: Data Center / Telecommunications / Structured Cabling About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated Field Engineer I – Structured Cabling to support large-scale data center infrastructure projects in the New Albany, Ohio market. This role is ideal for a technical professional with experience in structured cabling, fiber optics, material procurement, and data center environments who wants to grow into a leadership-focused engineering position. As a Field Engineer, you'll serve as the technical bridge between project management, field operations, vendors, and customers. You'll play a critical role in ensuring projects are properly designed, materialized, installed, tested, and documented while maintaining the highest standards of quality and operational excellence. Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Engineering & Project Support - Review and interpret construction drawings, cable schedules, specifications, BOMs (Bills of Material), and project documentation. - Develop shop drawings, submittals, and technical project documentation. - Support project teams throughout the project lifecycle from pre-construction planning through project closeout. - Perform site walks and field assessments to evaluate existing conditions, infrastructure requirements, and installation challenges. - Identify constructability concerns and provide recommendations for improved project execution. Structured Cabling & Fiber Expertise - Provide technical guidance for fiber optic and low-voltage infrastructure deployments. - Apply knowledge of fiber optic cable construction, fiber types, pathways, and approved alternative materials. - Ensure installations comply with customer specifications, industry standards, and quality requirements. - Conduct system testing, validation, troubleshooting, and quality inspections.