Junior RF Design Engineer

Circet USA; Whitpain Township (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in Pennsylvania seeks a Junior RF Design Engineer to join their team. This entry-level position is ideal for fresh graduates or early-career professionals eager to learn RF planning and network deployment. Responsibilities include assisting Senior Engineers, utilizing industry-standard tools to optimize wireless communication systems (5G, LTE), and preparing technical documentation. Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, with a strong desire to learn and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience, preferably with internship in telecommunications.
• Familiarity with Excel for basic data analysis.
• Exposure to RF planning software or post-processing tools is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Engineers in performing RF designs.
• Learn and utilize industry-standard planning tools to model RF propagation.
• Prepare and submit technical packages for network optimization.

Skills

Fundamental understanding of RF propagation

Eagerness to Learn

Attention to Detail

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Atoll

Fuze

Google Earth Pro

Python

Tableau

Job description

As a Junior RF Design Engineer, you will support the senior engineering team in the design, implementation, and optimization of wireless communication systems (5G, LTE). This is an entry-level role designed for fresh graduates or early-career professionals looking to develop expertise in Radio Frequency (RF) planning and network deployment. You will work under the guidance of Senior Engineers to ensure our network meets strict performance and reliability standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Support: Assist Senior Engineers in performing RF designs for 1st tier carriers, including initial search area issuance and candidate site assessments.
• Tool Utilization: Learn and utilize industry-standard planning tools (Atoll, Fuze, and Google Earth Pro) to model RF propagation and coverage.
• Documentation: Prepare and submit technical packages, including CIQs (Commissioning Information Questionnaires), E911 submissions, and COPs.
• Data Analysis: Perform data analysis and support automation of data processing workflows using Python and scripting techniques. Utilize tools such as Tableau to create visualizations and present performance insights related to coverage and network optimization.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with field technicians and construction teams to ensure antenna placement and equipment selection match the RF design intent.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (BSEE), Telecommunications, or a related technical field is required.
• Experience: 0–2 years. Internship experience in telecommunications or RF coursework is highly preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: * Fundamental understanding of RF propagation (IXUS/RoofMaster), Electromagnetics, and wireless technologies (LTE/5G NR).
• Familiarity with Excel (v-lookups, basic data analysis) and Google Earth Pro.
• Exposure to RF planning software (Atoll, Planet) or post-processing tools is a significant plus.
• Soft Skills:
• Eagerness to Learn: A strong desire to master complex RF design software and stay current with evolving 5G standards.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in data entry and documentation to prevent network integration errors.
• Communication: Ability to clearly report findings to senior staff and collaborate within a team environment.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset for troubleshooting basic connectivity and interference issues.