Technical Lead Engineer - Radio Systems

Aspire Recruitment; West Suffolk; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Discounted Gym Membership

Additional Benefits

Job summary

JobsTrackR in Greater Manchester is seeking a Radio Systems Engineer to lead the design, deployment and commissioning of PMR, DMR, telemetry radio, and microwave systems across the UK and Europe.

As Technical Lead, you will mentor engineers, liaise with customers, manage site surveys, risk reviews, and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

The role requires travel across UK and Europe, strong RF, IP networking knowledge, and willingness to undergo security vetting.

Qualifications

• Two-way radio communications expertise required.
• Strong knowledge of Motorola PMR, DMR, TETRA, telemetry, or microwave systems.
• Understanding of IP technologies including routing, switching, and VoIP.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan projects, attend calls and deployment meetings.
• Interpret customer requirements and installation scopes for technical delivery.
• Cascade instructions to engineers and subcontractors; align resources with PMO.

Skills

Radio communications

RF engineering

Project management

Technical leadership

Vast communications knowledge

Tools

Motorola PMR/DMR/TETRA

DAS systems

IP networking (routing, switching, VoIP)

Job description

Radio Systems Engineer

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: £32,000 – £39,140 per annum DOE

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Medical Cash Plan
• Life Assurance
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Additional Benefits

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Technical Lead Engineer to join a growing Radio Systems Engineering team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled radio communications specialist who enjoys leading technical delivery, overseeing system design, and ensuring engineering excellence across large-scale projects throughout the UK and Europe.

As the Technical Lead, you will act as a key technical authority, supporting project teams, guiding engineers, liaising with customers, and ensuring that all radio communication systems are delivered to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Coordination & Planning
• Attend project calls and deployment meetings
• Interpret customer technical requirements and installation scopes
• Cascade technical instructions to engineers and subcontractors
• Work closely with the PMO to align engineering resources
• Technical Oversight
• Validate site survey outputs including heat maps and floor plans
• Identify risks, blockers, and technical challenges before installation
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and customer specifications
• Site Engagement
• Conduct site familiarisation and occasional site visits for complex deployments
• Perform pre-installation checks and visual walkthroughs
• Documentation & Reporting
• Gather engineering feedback and prepare close?out documentation
• Maintain accurate technical records and ensure timely submission to customers
• Subcontractor & Customer Liaison
• Communicate installation plans, cable routes, and antenna placements
• Provide technical guidance and resolve on?site issues
• Support pre-sales activities including surveys, system design, and specifications
• Deliver post-sales support including customer training
• General Engineering Duties
• Design, install, and commission PMR, DMR, telemetry radio, and microwave systems
• Support and maintain Motorola radio systems
• Diagnose and repair radio equipment from hand portables to base stations
• Produce H&S documentation to meet customer requirements
• Maintain high technical standards and support knowledge sharing within the team
• Participate in regional standby rotas when required
• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time
• Adhere to Health & Safety guidelines at all times

Key Outcomes

• Deliver exceptional service to all customers
• Ensure smooth handover of completed installations to the service team
• Strengthen the organisation’s reputation through high?quality engineering leadership

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven working background in two-way radio communications
• Strong knowledge of Motorola PMR, DMR, TETRA, telemetry, or microwave systems
• Understanding of IP technologies including routing, switching, and VoIP
• Experience with DAS (active and passive), VHF/UHF, and cellular systems
• Ability to detect and resolve RF interference and intermodulation issues
• Knowledge of 2G/3G/4G in?building coverage techniques
• EMF testing and ICNIRP compliance experience
• Proven project design and project management capability
• Competent in producing H&S documentation
• Able to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to undergo security vetting

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus
• Hybrid
• Full training and development
• 23 days Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Medical Cash Plan
• Life Insurance
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Career Development
• Staff events/ incentives
• Plus so much more………….