Data Center Field Engineer (L2) Ashburn VA

We're searching for a Data Center Field Engineer (L2) for a contract opportunity based in the United States. Join a leading data center engineering company focused on advanced compute, storage, and networking infrastructure for enterprise and hyperscale clients. This is a contract role delivering critical technology solutions as part of a skilled team working in cutting-edge data center environments.

This is your chance to become the technical lead in high-impact deployment projects, guiding junior team members and collaborating across engineering, operations, and project stakeholders. The top feature of this role is its blend of hands-on technical challenge and leadership, allowing you to sharpen your skills in designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting infrastructure while advancing your career. You'll gain exposure to state-of-the-art cooling technologies, automation, and enterprise-level solutions-making this ideal for candidates eager to grow in both expertise and responsibility. Enjoy a dynamic workplace where your decisions directly influence operational excellence, risk management, and project success.
Contract Duration: 6 - 12 Months Required Skills & Experience
Minimum 2+ years of experience supporting enterprise data center infrastructure deployments, systems integration, or infrastructure engineering Strong understanding of server, storage, networking, and rack infrastructure architecture
Experience analyzing and validating structured cabling (fiber and copper)
Skilled in using fiber testing and diagnostic tools, including Fluke equipment
Knowledge of power distribution architecture, redundancy models, and rack-level design
Familiarity with advanced cooling methodologies (DX airflow, direct-to-chip liquid cooling)
Operating system deployment, imaging, firmware management, and infrastructure validation experience
Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, MOPs, and deployment documentation
Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and infrastructure problem-solving skills
Experience with deployment automation, scripting, or management tools
Familiarity with enterprise networking concepts, infrastructure monitoring, and integration
Experience with large-scale deployment projects in colocation or hyperscale data centers
Ability to independently prioritize technical issues and recommend optimization strategies Desired Skills & Experience
Leadership experience guiding junior technical staff Technical escalation and coordination capabilities Process improvement and automation initiatives Health & safety compliance awareness for data centers Documentation and reporting skills for risk and compliance gaps What You Will Be Doing

Coordinate and oversee enterprise data center infrastructure deployments Interpret technical drawings, rack elevations, and deployment documentation Validate infrastructure configurations, deployment standards, and implementation procedures Analyze rack density, airflow, and infrastructure optimization strategies Systems Integration & Technical Analysis