Network Infrastructure Engineer

Job Profile:

Network Engineering Specialist 2

Job Family:

Network Design and Administration

Time Type:

Full time

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary: Supports with routine logistical operations of a local area network (LAN), evaluating affiliated products to ensure compliance and secure network access.

Job Description:

About the Team

The Network Infrastructure Expansion (NIE) team serves as Arizona State University's subject matter experts for telecommunications infrastructure and structured cabling systems. The team functions as consultant, designer, owner's representative, and quality assurance partner for new construction, renovation, modernization, and infrastructure projects throughout the ASU enterprise.

Our work directly influences the planning, design, construction, activation, and long-term sustainability of the university's communications infrastructure systems.

Position Summary

The Network Infrastructure Engineer supports the planning, design, implementation, activation, and quality assurance of telecommunications infrastructure systems throughout Arizona State University. Under general direction, this position provides technical expertise for structured cabling systems, fiber optic infrastructure, pathways and spaces, telecommunications rooms, and supporting low-voltage infrastructure associated with university construction and renovation projects.

The position works closely with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, facilities personnel, campus stakeholders, and technology teams to ensure compliance with ASU standards, industry best practices, and project objectives.

In addition to planning, design review, and quality assurance activities, the Network Infrastructure Engineer coordinates the deployment, commissioning, and activation of technology infrastructure supporting university facilities. Responsibilities include coordinating rack-and-stack activities, activation of network electronics, wireless infrastructure, telecommunications services, horizontal cabling assignments, and supporting project turnover and transition to operations.

This is not a traditional network operations position. The primary focus is telecommunications infrastructure planning, design review, construction support, quality assurance, commissioning, and activation of communications infrastructure supporting university facilities.

As with all members of the Enterprise Technology team, this role carries core responsibilities, including fostering a sense of belonging and cultivating a culture that is relational, visionary, and empowering. With a strong emphasis on authenticity and compassion, this position is dedicated to embodying and advancing our culture.

Position Salary Range: $80,000 - $112,200; depends on experience

Essential Duties:

Provide technical expertise for the design and implementation of structured cabling systems, including Category 6A, fiber optic, and specialty communications infrastructure.

 

• Review architectural, electrical, telecommunications, and low-voltage construction documents for compliance with ASU standards and industry best practices.

• Support programming, schematic design, design development, and construction phases of capital improvement and tenant improvement projects.

• Participate in project meetings with architects, engineers, contractors, facilities personnel, and university stakeholders.

• Perform field assessments, site surveys, and telecommunications infrastructure evaluations.

• Review submittals, shop drawings, requests for information (RFIs), product data, and proposed design modifications.

• Conduct construction quality assurance and quality control inspections.

• Verify installation compliance with ASU Division 27 standards, project specifications, and applicable industry standards.

• Assist with campus fiber optic infrastructure planning and expansion initiatives.

• Maintain technical documentation, standards, design details, and infrastructure records.

• Collaborate with Enterprise Technology teams to align infrastructure solutions with operational requirements.

• Support modernization, renovation, and bond-funded infrastructure upgrade projects.

• Support commissioning, activation, turnover, and operational acceptance of telecommunications and network infrastructure systems associated with construction and renovation projects.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Leverage AI in routine tasks and contribute ideas for using AI to improve the unit’s efficiency and overall performance.

• Take responsibility for fostering a positive culture, upholding organizational values, and championing engagement in all its forms.

• Collaborate across teams and actively participate in ET/ASU events and programs.

Desired Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience with:

• Structured cabling system design, implementation, testing, certification, and lifecycle management.

• Fiber optic infrastructure, including both inside plant (ISP) and outside plant (OSP) environments.

• Telecommunications room (TR), entrance facility (EF), equipment room (ER), and pathway design.

• New construction, renovation, modernization, and tenant improvement projects.

• Construction administration, project coordination, contractor management, and owner representation.

• Reading, interpreting, and reviewing architectural, engineering, telecommunications, and construction documents.

• Quality assurance and quality control inspections of communications infrastructure installations.

• Higher education, healthcare, government, research, municipal, or large-scale enterprise environments.

• Managing multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities.

• Communicating technical concepts effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders​

• Demonstrated ability to model empathy, compassion, and emotional intelligence.

• Experience in a values-driven organization with a strong commitment to inclusion and belonging.

• Ability to cultivate a psychologically safe environment where all team members can thrive.

• Capacity to inspire and drive meaningful change in individual, institutional, and corporate behaviors to support a more sustainable environment.

• Commitment to leading by example through effective communication, active participation, and advocacy for the institution’s sustainability programs.

Preference may be given to candidates possessing one or more industry-recognized credentials, including:

• BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD)

• BICSI Outside Plant Designer (OSP)

• BICSI Registered Telecommunications Project Manager (RTPM)

• BICSI Data Center Design Consultant (DCDC)

• BICSI Technician (TECH) Certification

• BICSI Installer Certifications

• Fiber Optic Association (FOA) Certifications

• Manufacturer certifications related to fiber optic, structured cabling, or telecommunications infrastructure

ASU recognizes that significant industry experience and professional certifications can provide expertise equivalent to traditional academic pathways. Candidates who have developed telecommunications infrastructure knowledge through progressive professional experience and industry-recognized certifications are strongly encouraged to apply.

Working Environment:

• Regular walking of active construction sites and existing campus facilities.

• Ability to travel between ASU campuses and project locations throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including exposure to heat, dust, and construction environments.

• Ability to inspect telecommunications rooms, pathways, manholes, vaults, handholes, and other infrastructure spaces.

• Ability to climb ladders and access construction areas when necessary.

• Ability to lift and move telecommunications equipment and materials within applicable safety guidelines.

Application Instructions

In addition to a resume, applicants must submit a cover letter addressing the following:

• Describe your experience with structured cabling systems, fiber optic infrastructure, and telecommunications design.

• Provide an example of a project where you collaborated with architects, engineers, contractors, owners, or technology stakeholders to successfully deliver telecommunications infrastructure.

• Describe your experience supporting commissioning, activation, or turnover of communications infrastructure systems.

• Identify any telecommunications, structured cabling, fiber optic, project management, or industry certifications you currently hold.

Department Statement:

Enterprise Technology (ET) embraces its role as both an enabler and catalyst for advancing the vision and work of the New American University.  We are a values-driven organization.  Our commitments are reflected in all of the work we do in pursuit of operational excellence, the experience and delight of our community, and our strategic and innovation initiatives. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Join the team that sparks human-centered innovation.

ET is a rapidly reconfigurable and entrepreneurial organization at ASU that prioritizes and executes to meet the needs of our community of learners, faculty, researchers and staff. Our work emphasizes autonomy, flexibility and distributed decision-making to leverage the strengths of individuals. Together, we embrace a culture that nurtures, engages and embraces many voices with a shared lens of positive community impact and expanded opportunities for collaboration.

Why join us?

Mission oriented. Everything we do is to advance ASU’s charter -- measuring who we include and how they succeed. We are staunch champions of learner success and put people first.

Flexibility. Our flexible work environment allows employees to explore opportunities with their supervisor beyond the traditional work schedule. Opportunities include hybrid work where staff are in person three days per week.

Culture forward. We embrace a Positive Core culture: Belonging, Relational, Authentic, Visionary and Empowered. 

Scale of impact. Our work changes the world. With 200k+ learners, faculty, researchers and staff, working with ET means you have the capacity to improve many lives and entire communities.

World-class, low cost education. Our professional development is built in! ET encourages staff to seek additional certificates and degrees via ASU’s top ranked programs with major tuition breaks.

Exposure to industry giants. ET partners with Amazon, Apple, Arista, Cox, Verizon, Salesforce, Alteryx and a diversity of technology companies to enhance our innovations and deepen their impact.

Driving Requirement:

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$26709.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.