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Structured Cabling Design Engineer (RCDD Required)

WESCO

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Glenview, IL
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Job overview

The Structured Cabling Design Engineer serves as a technical advisor for Wesco Global Solutions, supporting design engineering, staging, configuration, and pre-deployment validation. The role connects Sales, design, and implementation teams to translate customer requirements into build-ready solutions, support project execution, and provide technical leadership across multiple markets. It also contributes to sales education and the Global Training Program.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Structured Cabling DesignICT Infrastructure DesignData Center DesignCommissioningGlobal ICT DesignSupply Chain Solution PositioningPre-Sales EngineeringMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft VisioData Center Infrastructure DesignTIA/EIA StandardsLayer 1 DocumentationTechnical RecommendationsCommunicationCustomer Advisory

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Technical or Engineering Discipline or Equivalent Years of Technical Experience5 Years Structured Cabling or ICT Design ExperienceBICSI RCDD Certification10% Travel

Full job description

As a Structured Cabling Design Engineer , you will serve as a trusted advisor and technical authority for the Wesco Global Solutions business. The Technology Support Services team is the first tier of support across all our technologies and acts as technical advisors to Communications and Security Solutions (CSS), Electrical and Electronic Solutions (EES), and Utility and Broadband Solutions (UBS). The team also supports Corporate Marketing, Supply Chain Solutions, and Category Management as Subject Matter Experts.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the technical liaison between Sales, Design Engineering, and Staging & Configuration teams, ensuring accurate translation of customer requirements into build‑ready solutions.

  • Support a dual‑function role that includes both structured cabling design responsibilities and hands‑on technical support for staging, configuration, and pre‑deployment validation.

  • Collaborate with project teams to evaluate design intent, verify build feasibility, and ensure alignment between engineered drawings and rack‑level implementation.

  • Participate in rack‑and‑roll staging, including full power‑on burn‑in, hardware validation, and readiness testing prior to shipment.

  • Deliver credibility and value to customers through education, solution positioning, and technical leadership across multiple markets.

  • Partner with Sales and key suppliers to architect solutions that meet customer requirements and future‑state needs.

  • Educate Sales on the full range of technologies supported by the team to deepen customer engagement and technical confidence.

  • Evaluate project opportunities and determine the technical resources, design requirements, and documentation needed for successful execution.

  • Escalate complex, strategic, or global projects to Senior Specialists or Solution Architects as appropriate.

  • Support sales opportunities and technical requests across all regions, leveraging global specialists when needed.

  • Contribute to the Global Training Program as both a trainer and participant.

  • Help Sales identify and position Supply Chain Solutions to maximize profitability across CSS, EES, and UBS.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or engineering discipline, or equivalent years of technical experience

  • Five years of experience in structured cabling, ICT infrastructure design, data‑center design, or commissioning

  • BICSI RCDD certification

  • Experience supporting global or multi‑region ICT design initiatives

  • Familiarity with supply‑chain‑driven solution positioning or pre‑sales engineering

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio, with the ability to produce high‑quality and detailed Data Center Infrastructure and structured cabling designs

  • Demonstrated experience with TIA/EIA standards, structured cabling design principles, and Layer‑1 infrastructure documentation

  • Strong technical skills with the ability to make informed recommendations within the designated area of responsibility

  • Customer‑centric mindset with strong communication and advisory skills

  • Ability to travel up to 10%

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At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits) and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Learn more about Working at Wesco here (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html) and apply online today!

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.

How this job compares

Set against the 4,195 open Technical Support jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 8, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Illinois median$73–110K/yr49 salary ranges
  • Illinois median$24–35/hr38 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 111 open Technical Support jobs in Illinois and 4,195 across the US. 7% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Technical Support postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (2,628 postings).
Education
336 of the 4,195 open Technical Support jobs (8%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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