RCDD Cable Engineer

Akkodis is seeking an experienced RCDD Cable Engineer for a Contract position with a global solutions and service delivery organization in Plano, TX (Remote). This role provides technical design and engineering support for structured cabling systems, technology rooms/raised floor environments, backbone/riser, and lateral distribution systems.

Rate Range: $55.00/hour to $60.00/hour on W2; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

RCDD Cable Engineer job responsibilities include:

• Provide technical design and engineering for structured cabling infrastructure, including technology rooms, raised floor areas, backbone/riser, and lateral distribution systems.

• Develop estimates, scopes of work, and design documentation, including bid and construction documents.

• Analyze bids, develop and administer RFPs, and support vendor selection activities.

• Conduct field surveys, validate as‑built drawings, and provide project close‑out support.

• Apply knowledge of building codes, regulations, and structured cabling standards to ensure compliant designs.

• Communicate structured cabling standards and design intent to partners, stakeholders, and lines of business.

• Translate business requirements into functional technology requirements.

• Adhere to global design authority processes, standards, and procedures.

• Interface with General Contractors (GCs), MEP Engineering, and Architectural firms.

• Oversee Communications Construction Management (CCM) and cabling contractor activities, addressing site‑specific construction issues.

Must‑Have Skills:

• Structured cabling design expertise (data center and commercial environments).

• Strong understanding of hierarchical network design (WAN, Core, Aggregation, etc.).

• Hands‑on experience with AutoCAD, MS Project, MS Office, and Visio.

• Experience delivering multi‑vendor infrastructure solutions (primarily Corning and CommScope).

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, related field, or equivalent technical training.

• 10+ years of experience preparing structured cabling designs in data center environments.

• Commercial infrastructure experience (tenant fit‑out) preferred.

• Strong background supporting major IT infrastructure projects.

• Familiarity with ISO/IEC, CENELEC, and BICSI structured cabling standards across global regions (US, CALA, EMEA, APAC).

• Ability to modify designs to meet customer requirements and unique installation challenges.

Certifications:

• RCDD certification – Required

• Management experience desirable.

• Fluency in spoken and written English required; additional language proficiency is a plus.

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Aditya.Agnihotri@akkodisgroup.com.

Pay Details: $55.00 to $60.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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