Field Construction Engineer

Job#: 3030575

Job Description:
Field Construction Engineer

Location: Houston, Texas (Partial Remote)

Employment Type: 30 Month Contract

Role Overview

We are seeking a Field Construction Engineer responsible for the end-to-end installation, testing, documentation, and maintenance of a 5G network infrastructure within Multi-Dwelling Units (MDUs) and Multi-Tenant Units (MTUs). This role ensures the deployment of network equipment and distribution networks using existing building infrastructure. The technician will uphold professional, safety, regulatory, and technical standards while working with property owners and internal engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive site walks with building owners or decision makers to assess feasibility and plan installations.
• Install Remote Terminal (RT) radios on rooftops or exterior walls, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
• Mount and configure Distribution Point Units (DPUs) indoors or outdoors, managing capacity and ensuring proper power and grounding.
• Install exterior-rated Cat6A Ethernet and build coax distribution networks to connect all living units.
• Perform 10G data link testing, coax continuity and PHY rate testing, and 1 Gbps throughput testing.
• Troubleshoot failures and escalate unresolved issues to the construction engineering team.
• Capture required photos of all installed equipment and prepare complete closeout packages for upload.
• Maintain professional communication with building owners, keeping them informed of progress and any scope changes.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in telecom, structured cabling, RF systems, or MDU installations.
• Ability to read building layouts, identify coax infrastructure, and design distribution networks.
• Understanding of grounding, AC power requirements, and low-voltage installation standards.
• Comfortable working on rooftops, ladders, and exterior building surfaces in varying weather conditions.
• Proficiency with tools such as coax/Ethernet testers, crimpers, power drills, and labeling equipment.
• Ability to work independently and escalate issues appropriately.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to climb ladders and access rooftops safely.
• Work may require extended standing, bending, and routing cable in tight spaces.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.