Network RF Engineer

Arobas Personnel; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a talented Network RF Engineer for a hybrid contract in Montreal. You will design RF networks for 5G and LTE, analyze performance, conduct site surveys, and collaborate with various teams to improve customer experience. Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of RF design experience and a relevant degree. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience in RF design and optimization focused on 5G and LTE networks.
• Hands-on experience with Network Management Systems.
• Strong working knowledge of RAN technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design advanced RF networks for 5G and LTE.
• Analyze RF performance and implement solutions.
• Conduct site surveys and RF measurements.
• Plan and design new sites using RF simulation tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

RF design and optimization

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering

Tools

Atoll

Actix Analyzer

Nokia NetAct

Ericsson ENM

Huawei U2020

Job description

Arobas Personnel is seeking a talented Network RF Engineer for a contract with one of our clients in located in Montréal.

*Remote : Hybrid- 3 days/week in the office*

What will your day look like?

• Design advanced RF networks for 5G and LTE to ensure excellent coverage, capacity, and user experience that gives us a competitive edge.
• Analyze RF performance to identify network issues and implement solutions that enhance quality and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct site surveys and RF measurements to evaluate existing infrastructure and identify optimal locations for deployment.
• Plan and design new sites using RF simulation tools such as Atoll, focusing on ROI and network performance.
• Design antenna systems for new sites and upgrades (antenna type, height, orientation, tilt, and ensure SC6 compliance).
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Planning, Construction, Real Estate, Field Ops, etc.) to ensure seamless integration.
• Assess network KPIs and customer experience metrics after site deployment to measure improvements.
• Create technical documentation and Installation Work Orders to support deployments and demonstrate impact.
• Proactively analyze and improve existing network performance.
• Identify opportunities to automate processes and coordinate with the appropriate teams to implement automation within the Wireless Engineering and Operations environments.

What we’re looking for:

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field.

Required Experience & Skills:

• 5–7+ years of experience in RF design and optimization, focused on 5G and LTE networks.
• Strong working knowledge of RAN technologies: HSPA/UMTS, LTE, 5G NSA/SA.
• Hands-on experience with Network Management Systems such as Nokia NetAct, Ericsson ENM, Huawei U2020.
• Familiarity with radio hardware components (antennas, radios, basebands).
• Skilled in Actix Analyzer and drive test data analysis.
• Proficient in using Atoll or similar RF planning tools.
• Business-oriented mindset with the ability to evaluate the impact and value of technical work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to perform root cause analysis using KPIs and customer metrics.
• Strong time management and organizational capabilities.
• A collaborative, innovative mindset with a passion for improving customer experience and team outcomes.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working in Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) or multi-team Agile environments.