Hybrid 5G RAN Engineer - Design, Optimize & Deploy

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Radio Access Network (RAN) Engineer to join the team in Welkom, Free State. You will design, implement, optimize, and maintain 4G/5G RAN infrastructure to ensure performance and reliability across the network.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or Computer Science and 3–5 years of RAN experience with LTE/UMTS and 5G NR, plus hands-on experience with major vendor equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3–5 years hands-on experience in Radio Access Network engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of LTE, UMTS, and preferably 5G NR.
• Experience with RAN equipment from major vendors (Ericsson, Huawei, Nokia).
• Proficiency in RF planning and optimization tools and techniques.
• Strong understanding of cellular network architecture and protocols.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy RAN equipment and related software.
• Perform RF planning, optimization, and performance analysis for coverage and capacity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve RAN-related network issues and incidents.
• Conduct site surveys, equipment installations, and commissioning for new cell sites.
• Monitor RAN performance metrics and implement tuning strategies.
• Collaborate with core and transport teams for end-to-end service delivery.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams and operational procedures.
• Stay updated with 5G NR features and small cell solutions.
• Participate in capacity planning and technology roadmap development for the RAN.

Skills

RAN engineering

LTE/UMTS/5G NR

RF planning

Vendor equipment

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or Computer Science

Tools

RF planning tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a skilled Radio Access Network (RAN) Engineer to join the team in Welkom, Free State. You will design, implement, optimize, and maintain 4G/5G RAN infrastructure to ensure performance and reliability across the network.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or Computer Science and 3–5 years of RAN experience with LTE/UMTS and 5G NR, plus hands-on experience with major vendor equipment.