Data Center Engineer (Atlanta)

Job Description

Hardware Deployment (Racking & Stacking)

Install, rack, and secure servers, network devices, and storage systems according to company standards.

Perform equipment unboxing, inventory verification, and physical labeling.

Ensure proper weight distribution, rack cleanliness, and safe handling practices.

Structured Cabling & Connectivity

Install, route, and dress copper and fiber cabling within racks, overhead cable trays, and underfloor pathways.

Terminate and test network and power cables using approved tools and methods.

Maintain cable documentation, labeling, and port mapping for accuracy and traceability.

Power & Cooling Coordination

Connect equipment to PDUs following power budgets and redundancy requirements.

Verify airflow management best practices (blanking panels, cable management, containment pathways).

Work with facilities engineers to ensure equipment placement aligns with cooling capacity.

Data Center Operations Support

Perform regular floor walks to check rack conditions, cabling integrity, and power distribution.

Assist with inventory management, spare parts tracking, and stock organization.

Support troubleshooting of physical layer issues (loose connections, failed cables, mispatches).

Safety, Compliance & Documentation

Follow established safety practices including proper lifting and LOTO where applicable.

Maintain accurate logs of hardware installations, cable changes, and rack power allocations.

Ensure adherence to site standards for cabling, labeling, and physical security.