RF Engineer
Position: RF Engineer
Location: Throughout US
Travel Required: 50% (relocation negotiable)
Pay Rate: W2 (negotiable based on experience) (staff augmentation position)
Job Description
Support local submarket team on new build and Modifications of Macro cellular solutions. Evaluate coverage problems and new service area requirements for coverage and/or capacity cells. Partner with System Performance Engineers to improve network performance. Use propagation modeling software to develop frequency plans. Build Radio Frequency Data Sheet (RFDS) / Antenna Plumbing Diagram. Perform macro/micro/in-building cell design including antenna selection and placement. Plan near term integration of new technologies for first applications in the network. Conduct and oversee field tests for potential sites. Interface with Real Estate, Transport, Construction, & Project Management team to support project related activities, periodic updates, team meetings.
Potential for site walks, data collection, and analysis of the collected data if deemed necessary.
Required Qualification:
B.S. in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent work experience required. 3+ years of experience in the wireless industry as an RF Engineer required.
Must have hands-on experience on Search Area Creation and Candidate Analysis. Must have hands-on experience with Peoplesoft, Atoll & iBwave. The selected candidate will need to work well in small groups and independently and will need to be able to take the lead on certain projects. Must be well organized, communicate well, and be able to handle multiple tasks/projects. Proficient in office computer applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.