RAN Design Engineer (Nokia & Ericsson)

Flint UK Technology Services; Kingswood; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology service provider is seeking a skilled RAN Design Engineer to design and validate RAN solutions for 4G and 5G networks. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with Nokia and Ericsson equipment, along with strong documentation and planning skills. This contract role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge network technologies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize network performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in RAN design and planning.
• Strong understanding of LTE and 5G NR.
• Excellent technical documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan RAN solutions using Nokia and Ericsson equipment.
• Develop RF design documentation including network topology and frequency plans.
• Conduct coverage and capacity analysis using planning tools.

Skills

Experience with Nokia RAN equipment

Experience with Ericsson RAN equipment

Radio network design

Optimization principles

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Atoll

Planet

Asset

Job description

We are seeking an experienced RAN Design Engineer to join our client on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in radio network design and optimization, with hands‑on experience in Nokia and Ericsson RAN equipment. This role involves designing, documenting, and validating high‑quality RAN solutions that meet both performance and capacity requirements for 4G and 5G networks.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan RAN solutions (LTE/5G NR) using Nokia and Ericsson radio equipment and toolsets.
• Develop RF design documentation, including network topology, site configuration, frequency plans, and parameter guidelines.
• Conduct coverage, capacity, and interference analysis using planning tools (eg, Atoll, Planet, Asset, or similar).
• Produce high‑quality design and implementation documents, such as RAN design reports, BoQs, site design templates, and engineering guidelines.
• Collaborate with RF Optimization, Core, and Transport teams to ensure end‑to‑end network performance and seamless integration.
• Support network rollout by reviewing site designs, performing audits, and validating configurations prior to implementation.
• Contribute to RAN modernization, site upgrades, and new technology introductions (eg, DSS, Massive MIMO, carrier aggregation).
• Maintain up‑to‑date documentation libraries and ensure compliance with engineering standards and project governance requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical documentation and training to stakeholders as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in RAN design and planning, preferably across Nokia and Ericsson equipment.
• Strong understanding of LTE, 5G NR, and multi‑band RAN architecture.
• Proficiency with radio planning tools (Atoll, Planet, Asset, MapInfo, etc.) and related propagation models.
• Excellent technical documentation skills - able to create detailed design documents, diagrams, and process guides.
• Familiarity with Site Design Packages (SDPs), Site Candidate Evaluation, and Design Acceptance processes.
• Good understanding of RAN parameters, KPIs, and optimization principles.
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams including Field Engineering, Deployment, and Network Operations.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.