- IDR is seeking a Project Engineer to join one of our top clients for a remote opportunity with extensive travel. This role supports a large data center build-out project and involves extensive hands-on field work to deliver physical infrastructure and connectivity systems. Ideal candidates have deep experience with data center deployments, structured cabling, and networking infrastructure while leading teams and maintaining high-quality documentation.
- Position Overview for the Project Engineer:
- Support a major data center build-out through onsite engineering and deployment activities
- Lead field execution, including QA/QC responsibility and customer-facing technical leadership
- Install, turn up, and validate networking and low-voltage infrastructure systems for enterprise/colocation environments
- Contribute engineering documentation and change management to keep project deliverables aligned
- Collaborate across technical and stakeholder teams while working outside of normal business hours
- Requirements for the Project Engineer:
- 7+ years supporting data center infrastructure deployments, including enterprise or colocation data centers
- Strong hands-on experience with physical infrastructure deployments, including structured cabling and low-voltage systems
- Structured cabling expertise including Cat6A and fiber types (OM3/OM4/OS2)
- Networking infrastructure knowledge including spine-leaf architectures and switch installation/turn-up activities
- Field leadership experience managing technicians and subcontractors, with QA/QC responsibility and customer-facing technical leadership
- What's in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
- Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
- Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
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Data Center Project Engineer
IDR, Inc.
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