NOC Wireless Engineer

Pavlov Media, Inc.; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 company paid holidays

3 weeks PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision starting day one

401K with company match

Educational and professional reimbursement

Job summary

A leading internet service provider is seeking a NOC Wireless Engineer to design, plan, and implement wireless networks. This role allows for onsite, hybrid, or remote work options with travel to headquarters in Illinois as needed. Candidates need five years of experience with WiFi networks and proficiency in wireless planning tools like Ekahau or Hamina. The position offers a salary range of $30.00–$60.00/hr along with comprehensive benefits including medical, 401K, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in designing, implementing, and supporting WiFi networks.
• Experience with RF principles and wireless interference mitigation.
• Relevant certifications such as CWNP or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement wireless networks as per project requirements.
• Evaluate and recommend new wireless technologies to enhance network performance.
• Provide technical guidance to junior support staff.

Skills

Wireless networking standards (802.11ax, 802.11r)

RF principles and signal propagation

Network monitoring and diagnostic tools

Wireless planning tools (Ekahau or Hamina)

Leadership and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience

Tools

Ekahau

Hamina

Job description

NOC Wireless Engineer

At Pavlov Media, we’re on a mission to create something extraordinary. We’re passionate about delivering a far superior internet experience to the communities we serve, powered by cutting‑edge fiber technology. But it’s not just about speed and reliability—at Pavlov, we see our role as an opportunity to bring people closer together. Through the services we provide, we connect more than just devices; we help foster connections that strengthen communities, businesses, and enrich lives. If you’re looking to be part of a team that’s making a real impact, Pavlov Media is the place for you.

Job Description

This position offers onsite, hybrid, or remote flexibility, with occasional travel to the Champaign, IL headquarters for training and other business needs.

Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Design, plan, and implement wireless networks, including writing scope of work for onsite surveys, hardware selection, RF planning, and capacity analysis.
• Devise and implement strategies for solving network issues or increasing network performance. This may include the development and production of network system documentation and instructional and procedural materials.
• Configure and supervise deployment of wireless infrastructure components such as access points, controllers, and other network devices.
• Develop wireless network capacity planning models to meet customers’ future needs.
• Evaluate and recommend new wireless technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance network performance and efficiency.
• Collaborate with industry and vendor contacts as needed to diagnose and resolve wireless performance issues.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior support staff.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Five years experience as a wireless network engineer designing, implementing, and supporting WiFi networks
• Experience and proficiency with Ekahau or Hamina (preferred) wireless planning tool.
• Strong understanding of wireless networking standards, e.g. 802.11ax, 802.11r.
• Strong knowledge of RF principles, signal propagation, and wireless interference mitigation.
• Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools for wireless network performance evaluation.
• Relevant certifications such as CWNP or equivalent certifications for other vendors are preferred.

Desired Qualifications

• Five years experience as a wireless network engineer designing, implementing, and supporting WiFi networks.
• Experience and proficiency with Ekahau or Hamina (preferred) wireless planning tools.
• Strong understanding of wireless networking standards, e.g. 802.11ax, 802.11r.
• Strong knowledge of RF principles, signal propagation, and wireless interference mitigation.
• Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools for wireless network performance evaluation.
• Relevant certifications such as CWNP, CWAP, CWDPor equivalent certifications for other vendors are preferred
• Attention to detail and organization
• Organized with good documentation habits.

Leadership and Communication Skills

• Leadership skills to motivate and foster growth in junior technicians.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and clients.
• Proficiency in network configuration and management. Experience with both Active Ethernet and GPON/XGSPON LAN distribution preferred.

Physical Requirements

The successful candidate will be able to perform the following with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position is: $30.00–$60.00/hr

• 15 company paid holidays
• 3 weeks PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision starting day one
• 401K with company match
• Health and Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans

Educational and Professional Reimbursement

• Educational and professional reimbursement
• Short- and long-term disability benefits

Work Authorization

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Pavlov Media is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodation.