Wireless Network Engineer - 4G/5G & Wi‑Fi Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Professional certifications support

Medical and retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Wireless Network Engineer to manage and optimize wireless infrastructure in and around Queenstown. You will design, implement, configure, and troubleshoot wireless networks, including cellular and Wi‑Fi, ensuring high-performance and reliable connectivity.

The candidate should have a strong RF background, knowledge of 4G/5G and 802.11ac/ax, and hands-on experience with planning tools and network analyzers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in wireless network engineering.
• Proficiency with RF planning tools, network analyzers, and wireless security protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain wireless networks including cellular base stations and enterprise Wi‑Fi.
• Perform RF site surveys, network planning, and capacity analysis for optimal coverage.
• Configure and troubleshoot wireless access points, controllers, and related devices.
• Monitor wireless network health and implement proactive solutions to minimize downtime.
• Stay current with emerging wireless technologies and security best practices.

Skills

RF planning

Troubleshooting

Network optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

RF planning tools

Network analyzers

Job description

Placements24 seeks a skilled Wireless Network Engineer to manage and optimize wireless infrastructure in and around Queenstown. You will design, implement, configure, and troubleshoot wireless networks, including cellular and Wi‑Fi, ensuring high-performance and reliable connectivity.

The candidate should have a strong RF background, knowledge of 4G/5G and 802.11ac/ax, and hands-on experience with planning tools and network analyzers.