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.

Data Center Project Engineer

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