Junior Wireless Engineer: Hands-On WiFi Design & Surveys

Hotwire Communications; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Hotwire Communications in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Jr. Wireless Engineer to assist design, planning, and optimization of wireless networks.

You will participate in site surveys, audits, and installations under mentorship from senior engineers while building technical expertise. You will collaborate with engineering, field operations, and project management to deliver network improvements, document test results, and ensure timelines are met.

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.
• 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

Networking experience

WiFi focus

Networking protocols

RF concepts

WLAN design tools

Education

Associate’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, or Computer Science

Certified Wireless Technician (CWT)

Tools

Ekahau

iBwave

Air Magnet

Job description

Hotwire Communications in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Jr. Wireless Engineer to assist design, planning, and optimization of wireless networks.

You will participate in site surveys, audits, and installations under mentorship from senior engineers while building technical expertise. You will collaborate with engineering, field operations, and project management to deliver network improvements, document test results, and ensure timelines are met.