Company: Meta (through TEKsystems)
Title: Connectivity Engineer
Location: New Albany, OH
Shift: Nights & Weekends (Either Thurs/Fri or Mon/Tues off)
Onsite: 100%
Job Type: W2 Contract
Duration: 24+ months
Start Date: August 2026
Pay Rate: Based on experience listed below
Top Required Skills1) 5+ years of field auditing, validation, and quality/Cx experience
2) QC of telecom, ISP, cabling, and fiber network inside of data center environments
3) Quality process as part of a large-scale construction project
About the RoleMeta is seeking a Connectivity Engineer focused on Data Center Commissioning and Auditing to ensure network and connectivity infrastructure is installed, tested, validated, and production-ready prior to handoff to operations. This role is embedded in the late construction and commissioning phase, serving as a technical authority for connectivity quality, compliance, and readiness.
Connectivity Engineers in this role work on-site alongside construction, commissioning, and operations readiness teams to verify that fiber, structured cabling, and connectivity systems meet Meta standards, specifications, and performance expectations before go-live.
Responsibilities- Lead connectivity commissioning activities for new data centers and major expansions
- Validate completion and readiness of fiber and structured cabling installations prior to turnover
- Perform technical audits and field inspections to ensure contractor work complies with Meta standards, scope, and documentation
- Review and approve fiber test results (OTDR, ILM, power testing) and commissioning reports
- Identify installation defects, quality issues, or readiness gaps and drive corrective actions to closure
- Partner with construction managers, commissioning agents, and vendors to resolve punch-list items related to connectivity
- Verify labeling, pathways, grounding, room readiness (MMRs, MDFs, IDFs), and cable management
- Participate in network readiness reviews and go-live signoffs
- Ensure all connectivity assets are fully documented, tested, and accepted prior to handoff to operations
- Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement of commissioning and audit standards
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years of experience supporting data center connectivity during commissioning, QA/QC, or turnover phases
- Strong hands-on experience with fiber optic infrastructure, structured cabling, and low-voltage systems
- Proven ability to review and interpret test results, as-builts, and commissioning documentation
- Experience performing field audits, inspections, or technical acceptance reviews
- Comfortable working on-site in active construction environments and traveling between projects
Preferred Qualifications- Experience commissioning hyperscale or mission-critical data centers
- Strong familiarity with OTDR, power meter testing, and fiber acceptance criteria
- Background in QA/QC, commissioning, or operational readiness programs
- Experience working directly with commissioning agents, GCs, and low-voltage contractors
- Knowledge of Meta-scale or similar enterprise cabling and connectivity standards
- Strong documentation, issue tracking, and stakeholder communication skills
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of New Albany, OH.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.
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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in New Albany,OH.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.
About TEKsystemsWe'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.
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