Field Engineer

Field Engineer - Structured Cabling & OSP

On-Site | New Albany, OH | Contract-to-Hire
We're looking for a Field Engineer who wants to step into a high-impact role supporting large-scale structured cabling and OSP projects. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical problems in the field, leading quality installations, and being the go-to expert for fiber, materials, and project feasibility. If you want a role where your technical expertise actually shapes the success of the project, this is it.

What You'll Do

• Lead technical execution for structured cabling and OSP work
• Review drawings, cable schedules, BOMs, and project specs
• Perform testing, verification, inspections, and punch-list closeout
• Support project managers with technical guidance throughout the lifecycle
• Conduct site walks, identify constraints, and recommend solutions
• Coordinate with subcontractors and field teams to ensure alignment
• Serve as the technical liaison between field operations and GC
• Provide input on materials, procurement, and constructability
• Support training, best practices, and quality initiatives

Top Skills Needed

• OSP experience (required)
• Fiber optic cable
• Cable construction
• BOM reading
• Procurement

Plus:

• Experience with data centers
• Understanding of fiber types and alternative materials
• Material procurement (including Meta-approved materials)

Why This Role Matters

You're not just installing cable - you're ensuring the entire project is built correctly, documented accurately, and delivered with quality. Your technical leadership directly reduces rework, improves timelines, and strengthens field operations. This role is perfect for someone who wants to grow into higher-level technical leadership, project engineering, or advanced OSP/structured cabling design.

What Success Looks Like

• High-quality installations with minimal rework
• Strong collaboration with PMs, subcontractors, and field teams
• Accurate documentation and technical alignment
• Clear communication and proactive problem-solving

Details

• Location: New Albany, OH
• Work Type: On-Site
• Schedule: Full-time
• Placement: Contract-to-Hire
• Segment: Telecom

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Albany, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in New Albany,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.