Hyperscale Data Center Site Lead

Corning•New Orleans, LA

2d•$97,542 - $134,121•Onsite

About The Position

Corning is seeking a Field Engineering Site Lead to coordinate and execute on-site engineering services in a hyperscale data center environment. The role leads fiber optic testing, troubleshooting, and repair activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to high quality standards. The position requires remaining in the project’s geographic area for its full duration, approximately 2–3 years.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a technical field.
Background in project management or operational planning.
Willingness to remain within the geographical area of the project for its full duration, approximately 2–3 years.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Familiarity with construction and project planning procedures.
Prior fiber optic experience.
5+ years of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Track project run rates, quality metrics, defect trends, and labor utilization to drive operational efficiency and meet customer deadlines.
Coordinate staffing, equipment, and training readiness for on-site Field Engineering teams, including third-party vendors.
Serve as the primary point of contact for daily and weekly customer update meetings.
Report project status to internal Commercial, Manufacturing, and Quality stakeholders.
Partner with Field Engineering teams to identify and resolve execution obstacles, including staffing gaps, equipment issues, and site-access challenges.
Identify trends in testing, troubleshooting, and repair performance to drive continuous improvement.