RF Optimization Engineer — Hybrid, 2G-5G Performance

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career advancement and RF training

Job summary

Placements24 client is seeking a talented Telecom RF Optimization Engineer to join their expanding Randburg, Gauteng team. You will analyze drive-test data and KPI performance to boost coverage, capacity and user experience across 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G networks.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications with 3–5 years of RF optimization experience and proficiency in TEMS or Actix.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• 3–5 years of RF optimization experience in mobile networks.
• Proficiency with RF optimization tools TEMS and Actix.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze RF network performance data from drive tests and KPIs.
• Identify and troubleshoot RF issues such as coverage gaps and dropped calls.
• Implement optimization solutions including antenna tilting and parameter tuning.
• Plan and execute RF data collection campaigns with specialized equipment.
• Develop RF documentation and optimization reports.
• Collaborate with network planning and operations teams.
• Stay updated on RF engineering best practices and technologies.
• Perform site acceptance testing for new deployments.

Skills

RF optimization

KPI analysis

Drive test data analysis

RF concepts

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications

Tools

TEMS

Actix

Job description

Placements24 client is seeking a talented Telecom RF Optimization Engineer to join their expanding Randburg, Gauteng team. You will analyze drive-test data and KPI performance to boost coverage, capacity and user experience across 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G networks.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications with 3–5 years of RF optimization experience and proficiency in TEMS or Actix.