Jr Wireless Engineer

Hotwire Communications Ltd; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401K with company match

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Volunteer time off

Parental leave

Hotwire service discounts

Employee referrals bonuses

Entertainment discounts

Job summary

Hotwire Communications Ltd seeks a Jr. Wireless Engineer to assist in designing, planning, and optimizing small to mid-sized wireless networks. You will conduct site surveys, audits, and installations under mentorship, while growing technical expertise to contribute to project success.

Responsibilities include performing wireless assessments, supporting deployments across commercial and residential environments, and collaborating with engineering, field ops, and PM teams to meet timelines.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in science, engineering, telecommunications or computer science.
• At least 2 years of networking experience in Service Provider or Enterprise environments with a focus on WiFi.
• Basic understanding of networking protocols (Cisco certification is a plus).
• Familiarity with RF concepts including RSSI, SNR, Channel Sizing, Modulation, OFDMA, WPA2/3, DFS, etc.
• Experience using wireless design tools such as Ekahau, iBwave, or Air Magnet.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wireless network assessments including active, passive, predictive, and AP-on-a-Stick surveys.
• Audit existing wireless networks to evaluate performance, identify design flaws, and recommend improvements.
• Assist in the design and implementation of wireless projects based on client requirements and industry standards.
• Support the installation, configuration, and validation of wireless solutions in commercial and residential environments.
• Monitor performance and quality of wireless product installations and troubleshoot related issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, field operations, and project management.
• Document project activities, including survey data, installation details, and test results.
• Train with other departments to gain a holistic view of wireless network deployments.
• Maintain project timelines and deliverables while working in dynamic environments.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

WiFi networking

RF concepts

Active surveys

Cisco basics

Education

Associate degree (science/engineering/telecommunications/CS)

Tools

Ekahau

iBwave

Air Magnet

Job description

The Jr. Wireless Engineer supports the design, planning, and optimization of small to mid-sized wireless networks. This role assists in conducting wireless site surveys, audits, and installations under the mentorship of senior engineers, while continuously developing technical expertise and contributing to project success.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Conduct wireless network assessments including active, passive, predictive, and AP-on-a-Stick surveys.
• Audit existing wireless networks to evaluate performance, identify design flaws, and recommend improvements.
• Assist in the design and implementation of wireless projects based on client requirements and industry standards.
• Support the installation, configuration, and validation of wireless solutions in commercial and residential environments.
• Monitor performance and quality of wireless product installations and troubleshoot related issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, field operations, and project management.
• Document project activities, including survey data, installation details, and test results.
• Train with other departments to gain a holistic view of wireless network deployments.
• Maintain project timelines and deliverables while working in dynamic environments.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, or Computer Science
• At least 2 years of networking experience in Service Provider or Enterprise environments with a focus on WiFi
• Basic understanding of networking protocols (Cisco certification is a plus)
• Familiarity with RF concepts including RSSI, SNR, Channel Sizing, Modulation, OFDMA, WPA2/3, DFS, etc.
• Experience using wireless design tools such as Ekahau, iBwave, or Air Magnet

Preferred Qualifications Include

• Certified Wireless Technician (CWT)
• Experience with Ruckus SmartZone or Zone Director
• Background in telecommunications or Internet Service Provider (ISP) environments

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare/Dental/Vision Plans
• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Hotwire Service Discounts – for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire. Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video service, phone, and security service
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Exclusive Entertainment Discounts/Perks

Hotwire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.