Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC
Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Data Center Optical Engineer 4 - Dallas, TX

Remote in Plano, TX, US • Posted 5 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago
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Skills

  • Customer Engagement
  • IT Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Data Centers
  • Microsoft Office
  • Technical Writing
  • Auditing
  • Technical Direction
  • Management
  • Testing
  • Project Documentation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Optics
  • Structured Cabling
  • Test Equipment
  • Optical Fiber
  • Distribution
  • Field Service
  • Migration
  • Break/Fix
  • Documentation
  • Network
  • Cabling

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Optical Engineer to support fiber optic infrastructure, optical transport systems, and data center connectivity across mission-critical environments. This position combines hands-on technical work with quality oversight, technician coordination, and direct customer interaction.

This is an opportunity to combine hands-on optical engineering with technical leadership in mission-critical data center environments. The ideal candidate will take ownership of fiber installation, testing, troubleshooting, and quality oversight while coordinating technicians and working directly with customers. The role also offers exposure to multiple data center environments, varied technical projects, and travel opportunities, with the ability to work independently and influence installation quality and execution.

Required
  • 3+ years of experience in data center operations, fiber optics, optical transport, or a related technical environment.
  • Strong hands-on experience with single-mode and multimode fiber, LC connectors, fan-outs, and structured cabling.
  • Demonstrated experience with optical testing, fiber troubleshooting, and connectivity validation.
  • Experience using OTDRs, optical power meters, stabilized light sources, VFLs, and related testing equipment.
  • Previous team leadership, technician oversight, or technical coordination experience.
  • Ability to interpret engineering documentation, network diagrams, cable schedules, and Methods of Procedure (MoPs).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to travel up to 50%, including short-notice travel and assignments lasting several weeks.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Desired
  • Experience supporting optical transport infrastructure within data centers or colocation facilities.
  • Experience with fiber migrations, installation, decommissioning, remediation, and break/fix activities.
  • Background overseeing subcontractors, field technicians, or installation teams.
  • Experience with remote hands services and customer ticketing platforms.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical documentation.

What You Will Be Doing
  • Oversee and audit fiber optic installation and maintenance activities to ensure quality and accuracy.
  • Provide technical direction, guidance, and feedback to installation technicians.
  • Coordinate directly with customers regarding work activities, progress, and technical issues.
  • Perform and oversee fiber installation, testing, troubleshooting, remediation, migrations, and decommissioning.
  • Troubleshoot optical connectivity and transport issues using specialized fiber testing equipment.
  • Execute work according to engineering specifications, technical procedures, and network documentation.
  • Review cable schedules, port assignments, and network designs to validate connections and installation accuracy.
  • Identify installation deficiencies, coordinate corrective actions, and verify completed work.
  • Maintain accurate service records, test results, and project documentation.
  • Promote compliance with established safety, quality, and operational standards.

Tech Breakdown
  • Fiber Optics: Single-mode, multimode, LC connectors, fan-outs, structured cabling.
  • Testing Equipment: OTDR, optical power meters, stabilized light sources, VFLs.
  • Infrastructure: Optical transport, fiber distribution, data center connectivity.
  • Field Services: Installation, migration, decommissioning, remediation, break/fix, and remote hands.
  • Documentation: Methods of Procedure (MoPs), engineering drawings, network diagrams, and cable schedules.
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  • Dice Id: 10105282
  • Position Id: 894528
  • Posted 5 hours ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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