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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # OSP Data Center Field Engineer - **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC. - **Location:** New Albany, OH, United States - **Salary:** $72,800.0 - $87,360.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Big Data, Data Centers, Verification and Validation (Software), Hardware Testing - **Published:** September 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/B783F8A5B410455895455152F205D179/job/ ## About the Role * Experience supporting OSP fiber optic infrastructure projects. * Experience working in data center, telecommunications, or structured cabling environments. * Strong understanding of fiber optic cable construction, fiber types, splice enclosures, conduit systems, and approved alternative materials. * Experience reading and interpreting cable schedules, network drawings, and Bills of Material (BOMs). * Knowledge of low-voltage systems, structured cabling infrastructure, and industry standards. * Experience supporting quality control, testing, troubleshooting, and project documentation. * Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments., * Experience supporting hyperscale data center environments. * Experience with Meta data center material procurement. * Experience coordinating material procurement and inventory management. * Experience creating project submittals, shop drawings, and construction documentation. * Fiber testing experience using OTDR, VFL, and related testing equipment. * OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification. * Leadership experience supporting field teams or technicians. Top Skills * Fiber Optic Cable * OSP Fiber Construction * ISP Structured Cabling * Cable Construction * BOM Review * Material Procurement * Cable Schedules * Fiber Testing & Troubleshooting * Data Center Infrastructure * Quality Assurance / Quality Control * Technical Documentation ## Description We are seeking a Field Engineer I - Structured Cabling to provide technical leadership and support for large-scale data center and telecommunications infrastructure projects. This position plays a critical role in supporting installations, troubleshooting complex issues, ensuring quality standards are met, and serving as a liaison between field operations, project management, estimating teams, subcontractors, and customers. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting Outside Plant (OSP) environments, along with a strong background in fiber optics, cable construction, structured cabling, material procurement, cable schedules, and BOM review., * Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications, cable schedules, and construction documents. * Create shop drawings, project submittals, and technical documentation. * Provide technical leadership and support to field personnel during project execution. * Support installation, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of fiber optic and structured cabling systems. * Conduct quality inspections, equipment testing, system verification, and punch-list management. * Perform site assessments and field walks to identify project requirements, infrastructure constraints, and change order opportunities. * Support project managers during installation, startup, and project closeout activities. * Develop scope narratives, constructability recommendations, and project support documentation. * Coordinate with subcontractors during pre-construction planning, site walks, and scope reviews. * Serve as the technical liaison between field operations, project management, customers, and general contractors. * Support training initiatives and develop best practices for field leaders and technicians. * Assist with workflow planning, project documentation management, and project startup activities. ## Related Videos - [Hands on with OpenTelemetry](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/841-hands-on-with-opentelemetry) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [IT Salaries in Austria](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/286-it-salaries-in-austria) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)