Data Center Engineer

Job Description :

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Data Center Optical Engineer tojoin our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in racking, cabling,

and stacking equipment, decommissioning, break-fix, remote hands services,

hardware replacement, and network transport optical troubleshooting. The

Optical Engineer will ensure the seamless operation of our data center

facilities, providing top-notch customer service and technical support.

Key Responsibilities :

• Break-Fix : Must be able to work outside of normal business hours

(, shift work), to include nights and weekends, when needed.

installation and basic testing methods and procedures (MOPs). Knowledge of

operating principles of data center, wireline, and IP transport environments.

Ability to interpret and perform tasks outlined in MOPs, vendor documentation,

technical specifications, network practices, engineering letters, and job aids.

Knowledge of telephony networks, optical and IP networks. Ability to identify

all colors associated with telecommunications cable and equipment indicator

lights. Interpret and follow detailed method of procedures (MOPs) and

engineering documents / diagrams.

Cabling :

time pulling long lengths of heavy cables. Handling, installation, and

troubleshooting of Ethernet and fiber cables and connectors, including but not

limited to CAT 5, CAT 6, structured cable, fan-outs, single mode, multi-mode,

RJ, and LC.

associated with physically placing equipment identified in project

specification documents including but not limited to, routing, lacing,

labeling, terminating and local / remote testing and turn up of ethernet,

switchboard, fiber, and power cables. Utilize optical power meter, stabilized

light source, VFL, OTDR, and test equipment to test / G circuits using

BERT, RFC4, EtherSAM (, and iPerf (1G-G). Analyze and resolve

network issues associated with equipment installations / removals. Perform and

assist card level troubleshooting and replacement procedures with assistance

from control centers and / or back-office engineers.

Site Audits :

cable assignments, and determine cable lengths then document results in

proprietary databases. Provide timely and accurate feedback to audit / survey

requests.

equipment in data center racks following standard operating procedures. The

ability to use hand tools and power tools. Ability to learn and retain physical

and mechanical installation specifications. Understanding of basic mechanical

terms and tools.

hardware following data destruction protocols.

including transport routers, servers, switches, and other network & IT

equipment.

automatic transfer switches (ATS), and manage hot / cold aisles effectively.

network installation, ensuring accurate port connections and cable management.

power equipment, ensuring reliable power distribution and connectivity.

Qualifications : Experience :

operations or a similar environment, interacting directly with customers.

Soft Skills :

without continuous supervision.

communication skills, especially with customers.

language.

demanding work environments.

quickly.

standards to protect personnel and assure network integrity / reliability.

project scheduling, resolve roadblocks, and coordinate material deliveries.

customer as needed.

quality requirements.

Physical Requirements :