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From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You’ll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)Job Summary\nEngineer 2, Data Center Engineering to support both deployment and day-to-day operations in a critical facility environment. This role serves as a key member of the data center engineering team, responsible for hardware installation, decommissioning, migrations, structured cabling, maintenance execution, troubleshooting, operational issue resolution, and on-call support. The ideal candidate works effectively across teams and vendors, applies sound technical judgment in equipment placement and infrastructure support, develops and follows technical procedures, and helps ensure data center operations are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company standards.Job Description\n*This position is unable to provide work authorization sponsorship or immigration support now or in the future.*\nThe Technology + Product organization works at the intersection of media and technology and our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products and next-generation technologies that transform the customer experience.\nThis engineer works onsite in our Northlake, IL Data Center. The hours are Monday-Thursday, 9am-8pm with a rotating on-call weekend schedule.\nWhat You’ll Do:\nManage rack, stack, power, cabling, deployment, decommissioning, and migration of equipment within the critical facility.\nTroubleshoot operational issues, support outage response activities, and engage appropriate resources to drive issues to closure.\nCoordinate change activities, maintenance work, technical project execution, resource planning, and implementation schedules.\nMaintain and troubleshoot structured cabling infrastructure and support day-to-day capacity and operational requirements.\nDevelop, maintain, and execute MOPs, technical procedures, and validation steps to ensure work is completed safely and with minimal impact.\nParticipate in the on-call rotation, respond to after-hours incidents and urgent operational issues, and coordinate escalation or recovery actions as needed.\nDocument incident details, actions taken, and follow-up requirements to support effective handoff, root cause review, and continuous improvement.\nInterface with vendors and internal stakeholders to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and support data center infrastructure and related services.\nSkills & Experience We’re Looking For:\n2-5+ years of experience installing and supporting switches, routers, servers, and rack-mounted equipment in a data center or critical facility\nExperience supporting high-speed data, voice, IP, and network infrastructure\nWorking knowledge of power systems, including PDUs, ATSs, and UPSs\nUnderstanding of data center power and HVAC environments\nAbility to plan installations, manage inventory, and maintain accurate documentation\nAdditional Preferred Skills/Qualifications:\nExposure to AI tools, automation, or data-driven technologies\nExperience creating and maintaining technical documentation and procedures\nFamiliarity with DCIM tools, ticketing systems, and data center support platforms\nExperience coordinating vendors, materials, and project work\nStrong problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills\nEffective communication and teamwork across technical and business teams\nAbility to work independently, adapt in fast-paced environments, and execute with high quality\nProficiency with Microsoft Office and standard computer applications\nDemonstrates accountability, sound judgment, and professionalism\nEffective communication and teamwork across technical and business teams\nAbility to work independently, adapt in fast-paced environments, and execute with high quality\nProficiency with Microsoft Office and standard computer applications\nDemonstrates accountability, sound judgment, and professionalism\nAbout Our Perks & Benefits:\nWe are determined to create an environment where our employees feel valued, understand our business goals, and are motivated.\nHere's a look at just some of the perks and benefits we make available to our US-based employees:\nMedical & Dental\n401(k) Savings Plan\nGenerous paid time off\nLife Milestones - from adoption assistance, childcare resources, pet insurance, and more, Comcast supports you at all life stages.\nCourtesy Services - We offer all of our full-time employees in serviceable areas free digital TV and internet.\nDiscount tickets for Universal Resorts, including theme park tickets and onsite hotel rooms.\nLearn more atjobs.comcast.com/benefits\nReasonable Accommodation\nWe will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.\nDisclaimer:\nThis information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.\nJob Profile: Engineer 2, Excellence in Operations\nSkills\nData Center Design, Data Center Operations, Power Systems (Inactive), Routers, TroubleshootingCompensation\nIllinois Pay Range: $68,460.25 - $102,690.38Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.\nEducation\nBachelor's DegreeWhile possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.Certifications (if applicable)\nRelevant Work Experience\n2-5 YearsComcast is an equal opportunity workplace. 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