RF Planning & Design Engineer

Parallel Wireless; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Parallel Wireless is seeking an experienced RF Planning & Design Engineer to design and optimize wireless networks in India. The role focuses on coverage, capacity, and QoS, with hands-on work on planning tools like Atoll, Planet, and iBwave.

You will identify sites, optimize radio parameters, perform frequency planning, and validate designs through field surveys. The ideal candidate has a strong background in RF propagation, antenna theory, and experience with measurement equipment, with 10+

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• Strong understanding of wireless principles, RF propagation, and antenna theory.
• Expertise with multipath fading and spatial diversity, antenna patterns and polarizations.
• Proficiency in RF planning tools such as Atoll, Planet, or iBwave.
• Experience with RF measurement equipment such as spectrum analyzers and network analyzers.
• Knowledge of GSM, CDMA, UMTS, LTE, and 5G.
• 10+ years of experience with proven RF planning deployments.

Responsibilities

• Network Planning: Design RF networks for optimal coverage, capacity, and performance.
• Link Budgeting: Conduct comprehensive link budget analyses for RF systems.
• Site Selection: Identify base stations locations based on coverage, zoning, and environment.
• Radio Parameters Optimization: Tune power, antenna tilts, and handover settings.
• Frequency Planning: Analyze and minimize interference for spectrum efficiency.
• Propagation Modeling: Use RF tools to predict coverage and signal strength.
• Antenna System Design: Select and configure antenna systems for coverage patterns.
• Interference Management: Identify and mitigate interference sources.
• Capacity Planning: Estimate capacity requirements and plan resources.
• Performance Monitoring: Track coverage, quality, throughput, and drops.
• Field Surveys: Conduct drive tests to validate designs.
• Documentation: Prepare RF design reports and maps.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams and drive technical specs.

Skills

RF Planning

Link Budgeting

Performance Optimization

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in EE/Telecom

Tools

Atoll

Planet

iBwave

Spectrum Analyzers

Signal Generators

Job description

Parallel Wireless is reimagining mobile networks with innovative, energy-efficient Open RAN solutions. Join us as we lead the future of telecommunications, driving innovation through green and sustainable networks. Learn more about our mission, vision and values.

The role of an RF (Radio Frequency) Planning & Design Engineer involves designing and optimizing wireless communication networks, ensuring efficient coverage, capacity, and quality of service.

What you'll do:

Job Title: RF Planning & Design Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Network Planning: Design and plan RF networks for optimal coverage, capacity, and performance, considering factors like terrain, population density, frequency bands, and interference for mobility and FWA networks.
• Tool Experience: Must have good hands-on experience of RF Planning tool like, Atoll, Asset, Planet.
• Link Budgeting: Conduct comprehensive link budget analyses for wireless communication systems, cellular networks, and other radio frequency (RF) systems
• Site Selection: Identify suitable locations for base stations, cell sites, and other network infrastructure based on coverage requirements, zoning regulations, and environmental considerations.
• Radio Parameters Optimization: Configure and optimize radio parameters such as power levels, antenna tilts, and handover parameters to achieve desired network performance and quality targets.
• Frequency Planning: Perform frequency planning and interference analysis to minimize co-channel and adjacent channel interference, ensuring efficient spectrum utilization and network reliability.
• Propagation Modeling: Conduct propagation modeling and prediction using tools like RF propagation software to simulate radio wave propagation and predict coverage areas and signal strength. Design and plan wireless radio path loss with different propagation modeling and prediction.
• Antenna System Design: Design antenna systems including antenna selection, placement, and configuration to achieve desired coverage patterns and performance objectives. Must be familiar with working and analysis of beamforming patterns.
• Interference Management: Identify and mitigate sources of interference such as adjacent channel interference, co-channel interference, and external sources to optimize network performance.
• Capacity Planning: Estimate network capacity requirements and dimension network resources including channels, carriers, and backhaul capacity to support expected traffic demand and growth. Able to analyze traffic patterns and plan network resources accordingly.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor network performance metrics such as coverage, signal quality, throughput, and call drops, and take proactive measures to address any degradation in performance.
• Field Surveys: Conduct field surveys and drive tests to validate network design assumptions, identify coverage gaps, and fine-tune network parameters for optimal performance.
• Documentation: Prepare detailed documentation including RF design reports, coverage maps, parameter configurations, and as-built drawings to maintain accurate records of network deployments.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including network engineering, operations, and vendors to ensure alignment of RF design with overall network architecture and business objectives. Understanding the requirements of RFP, Preparation of pre-bid queries, consolidating valid queries from service provider to make the neutral technical specifications. Consolidating and Validating HLD/LLD documents for the proposed solutions in the project for RF Planning & Design Part.

What you must have:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• Strong understanding of wireless communication principles, RF propagation, and antenna theory.
• Expertise with Multipath fading and spatial diversity, antenna patterns and polarizations, propagation delay offsets, temporal variation and polarization mixing.
• Proficiency in RF planning tools such as Atoll, Planet, or iBwave.
• Experience with RF measurement equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and network analyzers.
• Knowledge of cellular technologies such as GSM, CDMA, UMTS, LTE, and 5G.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience: 10+ years of experience with a proven track record of successful network RF Planning deployments and optimizations.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a technical discipline (computer science or electrical engineering degree preferred);
• Certifications such as RF design certifications (e.g., RFS or CET) or vendor-specific certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA Wireless) may be advantageous.

The RF Planning & Design Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of wireless communication networks, supporting the delivery of high-quality voice and data services to customers.

Parallel Wireless is expanding the ecosystem for Open RAN with the GreenRAN™ energy-efficient Hardware-Agnostic technology. Deployed worldwide, our comprehensive 2G/3G/4G/5G Macro RAN solutions enhance network security while reducing operating expenses. As pioneers of Open RAN, we prioritize innovation, flexibility, and sustainability to help build a more connected, and green networks. Headquartered in the USA with global R&D centers, we are proud to serve over 60 customers worldwide and have been recognized with over 100 industry awards. Our mission is to accelerate GSMA’s Mobile Net Zero initiative by reducing TCO and driving innovation across the telecom ecosystem. Learn more at www.parallelwireless.com.

Parallel Wireless embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams representing all backgrounds, with a wide range of perspectives, and empowering industry-leading skills. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. Parallel Wireless does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies or individuals. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Parallel Wireless employees, or any other company location. Parallel Wireless is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.

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