Network Engineer – Structured Cabling
OpenAI
Cloud
Structured Cabling and Smart Infrastructure Consultant
Computacenter
full-time
Posted on:
Origin: • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Lead the design and estimation process for structured cabling and infrastructure solutions
- Produce detailed bids and cost models for tenders, working closely with Account and Solutions teams
- Engage directly with customers to provide expert input, attend meetings, and present solutions
- Provide technical authority across a wide range of projects, acting as a trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders
- Apply best practices and industry standards such as BICSI to ensure quality and compliance in all design work
- Support solution development across various technologies including IP-connected devices, WiFi, AV, and CCTV
- Deliver accurate, scalable, and commercially sound designs using CAD, Bluebeam, and estimation tools
- Influence design decisions, contribute to enterprise-level planning, and maintain a high level of technical documentation
- Support colleagues by sharing expertise and coaching less experienced team members
Requirements
- Proven experience in design and estimation for structured cabling, pathway systems, and Smart Infrastructure solutions
- Strong understanding of IP-connected devices (e.g. CCTV, AV, WiFi, Digital Signage, Cellular Solutions)
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), CAD, and Bluebeam
- Design certifications from key manufacturers (e.g. Corning, Systimax, Panduit, Nexans/Aginode)
- Knowledge of BICSI standards and willingness to work toward RCDD, CDCDP, CNIDP, or ECSE certifications
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences
- Analytical mindset with strong commercial awareness; confident in creating cost models, assessing risk, and maximising profit opportunities
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team on high-value projects (£500K+)
- Familiarity with NEC-3, JCT contracts, and key commercial terms such as LDs, retentions, and warranties
- Experience designing solutions for Data Centres, Warehouses, and complex enterprise environments
