Microwave Link Design Engineer

XAD Technologies; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in telecommunications is looking for a Microwave Link Design Engineer in Dubai. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in planning and designing microwave networks, particularly with DU Telecom projects. Responsibilities will include designing transmission links, performing link budget calculations, and ensuring compliance with UAE regulations. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is essential, and candidates are expected to possess strong communication skills to work effectively in project teams.

Benefits

Transportation and accommodation allowance

Medical insurance

Annual leave and UAE labor law benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience in Microwave link design, especially in DU projects.
• Proficiency in design tools like Pathloss 5 and Mentum Link Planner.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional project teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan Microwave transmission links ensuring optimal availability.
• Conduct frequency planning and interference analysis in coordination with regulatory bodies.
• Prepare design documentation including link design reports and diagrams.

Skills

Microwave link design

Link budget calculations

Frequency planning

Interference analysis

Radio propagation

Spectrum management

Antenna theory

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Pathloss 5

Mentum Link Planner

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Microwave Link Design Engineer

Location: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Employment Type: Full-Time Onsite
Experience Required: DU Telecom Projects (Mandatory)
Availability: Immediate joiners preferred

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Microwave Link Design Engineer with proven experience in planning and designing robust interference-free point-to-point (P2P) and point-to-multipoint (PMP) microwave networks. The ideal candidate must have hands-on expertise with DU projects in the UAE including link budget analysis frequency planning path profile analysis and equipment selection based on project and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and plan Microwave transmission links (SDH/IP/MPLS) ensuring optimal link availability and minimal interference.

• Perform link budget calculations Fresnel zone analysis and path profile assessments using industry tools like Pathloss Mentum or HTZ Warfare.

• Conduct frequency planning and interference analysis in coordination with regulatory bodies and DU engineering teams.

• Select appropriate radio equipment antennas and transmission lines (e.g. Huawei Nokia Ceragon SIAE).

• Ensure designs meet DUs technical standards SLA requirements and coverage expectations.

• Prepare design documentation including link design reports diagrams and BoQs.

• Coordinate with field teams for site surveys LOS clearance and alignment verification.

• Support network optimization link migration and troubleshooting activities during implementation.

• Ensure compliance with UAE telecom authority guidelines and DU-specific engineering procedures.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Telecommunications Electronics or Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum 35 years of hands-on experience in Microwave link design with at least 2 years in DU projects.

• Proficient in design tools like Pathloss 5 Mentum Link Planner or similar.

• Strong knowledge of radio propagation spectrum management and antenna theory.

• Familiarity with DU documentation standards link approval processes and internal planning tools.

• Experience in working with LOS surveys GIS mapping and AutoCAD for site planning (preferred).

• Good communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional project teams.

• UAE driving license is a plus.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Transportation and accommodation allowance (as applicable)

• Medical insurance

• Annual leave and UAE labor law benefits