RF Engineer

Tridon Communications; Calgary, Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tridon Communications in Calgary is seeking an RF Engineer to lead wireless design projects and evaluate equipment for coverage and efficiency.

You will build RF link designs, create network simulations, and collaborate with service and inventory teams to ensure quality deployments. A strong background in wireless engineering and safety compliance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a wireless focus and 4 years of experience.
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology with 6 years of focused wireless experience.
• Professional Engineering Certification (APEGA, P.Eng or P.L. asset).
• Experience in Industrial Telecommunication systems.
• Experience deploying Industrial IT systems.
• Networking experience including design, support and configuration is a plus.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop RF engineering design projects including demand criteria, coverage, channels and link budgets.
• Identify short- and long-term issues; qualify contractors and vendors.
• Design and construct wireless systems using RF techniques and criteria.
• Prepare maps, schematics and system documentation; calibrate propagation models and simulate networks.
• Select and approve equipment; develop and implement network designs.
• Prepare requests for proposals and quotes; ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (wireless)

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology (wireless)

Professional Engineering Certification (APEGA/P.Eng or P.L. asset)

Job description

Calgary Office Location
Calgary, AB T2E, CAN

• Develop RF engineering design projects by developing project concepts and objectives including demand criteria, coverage, and number of channels; preparing a project plan, including required resources, development timetables, cost estimates, and link budgets
• Identify short-term and long-term issues; qualify contractor and vendors
• Designs and constructs wireless systems by researching, analyzing, sectioning, and applying RF engineering techniques and criteria
• Enhances engineering and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
• Adapts and modifies engineering approaches and options as per organizational requirements
• Prepares maps, schematics and system documentation; configures systems; characterizes the path loss; calibrates the signal propagation model; develops a network simulation including traffic and loading analysis
• Selects and approves equipment
• Evaluates current technical processes and procedures, and develops processes based on requirements
• Prepares request for proposals and quotes
• Analyzes potential obstruction to air navigation, including obtaining determination of No Hazard from Transport Canada (TC)
• Determines and establishes RF engineering design specifications and safety standards
• Evaluates current design procedures, and sets standard procedures for design
• Proposes alternate plans and recommends the best alternative
• Other duties as required

RELATIONSHIPS

The RF Engineer reports directly to the Manager, Engineer. The incumbent also works directly with:

• Service Department
• Inventory Department
• Third Party Contractors
• Clients

AUTHORITY

The RF Engineer holds the authority to do the following:

• Determine RF coverage calculations
• Determine and select equipment specifications
• Develop and implement point to point link designs
• Ensure all rules and regulations concerning the practice of professional engineering are adhered to

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The RF Engineer will work mainly in an office environment; however, travel to customer project sites will be required. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions may be a possibility. The incumbent must wear safety glasses and safety boots, as well as a hard hat and safety vest during site visits.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with a wireless communications focus plus 4 years of experience OR;
• A Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology and 6 years of focused wireless experience;
• Professional Engineering Certification (APEGA), P.Eng or P.L. considered an asset.

Experience and Training

• Experience in Industrial Telecommunication systems
• Related experience in Industrial IT systems deployment
• Networking experience that includes network design, operational support, hands on implementation and configuration of various network infrastructures would be an asset
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Operator’s License or equivalent

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Continuous process improvement initiative
• Ability to work independently, and as a team player

Physical Demands

The RF Engineer must be able to spend 90% of the day sitting or walking, and 10% standing. The incumbent will also be required to look at a computer screen for long periods of time. There is a possibility of eye and/or joint strain related to operating computer equipment.