Technology Engineer I - Structured Cabling

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

4h • $78,800 - $98,500

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Technology Engineer I – Structured Cabling to support the planning, installation, testing, and turnover of building technology and low-voltage systems. The role partners with project teams and trade partners to help ensure work is performed safely, meets quality requirements, aligns with contract documents, and is documented for commissioning and closeout.

The position is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with 100% remote work also considered. Travel may be required up to 75%.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of technical education from an accredited institute and/or a bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, including working knowledge of building technology and low-voltage systems such as pathways, cabling, security, wireless, AV, DAS, and/or related components.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Basic understanding of change management (RFIs/CCDs) and contract requirements.
• Ability to travel up to 75%.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basis-of-design and constructability reviews by gathering field conditions, identifying constraints, and documenting impacts to design intent.
• Support project planning by helping develop work plans, coordinating with field supervision and trade partners, and tracking progress against milestones.
• Support design coordination and change management by assisting with RFIs, CCDs, and as-built documentation, and communicating field impacts to the project team.
• Assist with technology scope buyout and procurement by verifying materials, equipment, and quantities against approved submittals, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Verify deliveries and storage conditions, and escalate discrepancies, damage, or nonconforming materials to senior staff.
• Support installation oversight for low-voltage and technology systems through field walks and status documentation.
• Participate in quality control inspections, document deficiencies, and support closure of nonconformance items.
• Maintain project documentation, including submittals, test results, O&M information, redlines and as-builts, and turnover packages.
• Assist with commissioning and testing by coordinating test readiness, attending tests, documenting results, and tracking corrective actions.
• Provide on-site troubleshooting support to field teams, escalating complex issues and coordinating with vendors, commissioning agents, and trade partners as needed.
• Support project closeout by helping verify punch list completion, turnover requirements, and customer training documentation.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost.
• Dental plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a Mortenson match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• No-cost mental health tool and concierge with work-life resources.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Gym membership discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level