Data Center Engineer (Contractor)

About the Role

Sycomp is seeking a Data Center Engineer to lead and execute data center infrastructure deployments and field implementations at customer sites in Dammam, Eastern Region. This is a project-driven, deployment-focused contract role, initially for 12 months with potential for extension. The position requires strong multi-vendor experience, ownership of onsite delivery, and close coordination with customers, OEMs, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute end-to-end rack deployments, including rack mounting, bolt-down, structured cabling (fiber and copper), power integration, grounding, and equipment labeling.
• Perform onsite installation, configuration, and commissioning of servers, routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless equipment from OEMs such as Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Fortinet, HPE, and Dell.
• Own site delivery and acceptance, working directly with customers, OEM engineers, and Sycomp project teams.
• Conduct fiber and copper termination, patching, OTDR testing, and performance validation to ensure network integrity and reliability.
• Validate LAN/WAN connectivity, redundancy, failover, and security configurations against approved designs.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis during installation and post-deployment support.
• Produce and maintain as-built documentation, rack elevations, test results, and handover reports.
• Ensure all onsite work adheres to data center operational standards, safety procedures, and ESD best practices.
• Act as a technical lead on site, mentoring and guiding junior engineers and field technicians.

About Sycomp

Sycomp is a global IT services and logistics provider specializing in cloud, data center, endpoint management, and security solutions. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, Sycomp's team of consultants and engineers manage complex IT projects and assets in over 150 countries. The company focuses on delivering global IT solutions through its integration and warehouse centers and technology partnerships, supporting Fortune 500 customers and global partners.

Company Culture and Values

Sycomp emphasizes a growth-minded and values-driven culture, with a 93% company-wide retention rate. The company provides opportunities to work in a global setting, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to a dynamic organization. Sycomp is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. The company may use automated tools in the recruitment process, with all hiring decisions subject to human review.