RAN Engineer | Telnet Inc. | Plano, TX, USA

Telnet Inc.; Plano (TX); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Telnet Inc. is seeking a seasoned RAN Engineer to drive deployment, optimization, and integration of 4G LTE and 5G radio access networks in the Plano, TX market. You will own site integration, KPI optimization, and end-to-end troubleshooting with field teams and client engineers.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with BTS/gNodeB, RF equipment, and carrier configuration, plus strong English communication and US work authorization. This is a permanent on-site role with growth opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science).
• 2–5+ years in RAN engineering, cellular deployment or RF optimization.
• Hands-on with 4G LTE/5G RAN equipment, baseband units, and radio modules.
• Experience configuring cellular protocols, IP transport, and site commissioning tools.
• Strong understanding of wireless propagation, RF engineering standards, and problem solving.

Aufgaben

• Plan, integrate, and Commission 4G LTE and 5G RAN base stations, RRHs, and antennas.
• Configure radio parameters, carriers, and transport interfaces for coverage and capacity.
• Monitor KPIs, drop calls, handovers, and throughput.
• Troubleshoot RF interference, anomalies, and site integration failures.
• Coordinate with field technicians, NOC, and client engineers.
• Perform pre/post-implementation testing and network optimization walkthroughs.
• Maintain inventory of site hardware and documents.

Kenntnisse

RAN engineering

RF optimization

Deployment planning

Troubleshooting

Drive test analysis

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications/Electrical/CS

Tools

TEMS/WindCatcher (drive test tools)

Cell site commissioning tools

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary

Telnet Inc. is actively seeking an experienced, high-caliber, and technical RAN Engineer with a strong professional background in Radio Access Network deployment, optimization, and cellular network engineering to join our field operations and engineering team in the Plano, TX market on a full-time permanent on-site basis (candidates must possess valid work authorization for the USA). In this critical telecommunications infrastructure role, you will be responsible for deploying, commissioning, integrating, and optimizing 4G LTE and 5G cellular base stations, radio frequency (RF) equipment, and cell site hardware. You will leverage your deep specialist expertise in cellular protocols, RAN configuration, site integration, and performance troubleshooting to deliver uncompromised network throughput, coverage, and reliability. This opportunity offers competitive compensation, executive technical visibility, and exceptional career growth prospects within a premier telecommunications and field services enterprise.

Detailed Job Description

As a RAN Engineer supporting wireless infrastructure deployments across the Plano, TX market for Telnet Inc., you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of radio access network engineering, cell site integration, KPI optimization, and cross-functional troubleshooting. Your day-to-day responsibilities include configuring and integrating 4G/5G base transceiver stations (BTS) and gNodeBs, troubleshooting RF performance anomalies, analyzing drive test data and network telemetry, coordinating with switch centers and field technicians, and ensuring adherence to carrier engineering standards. You will utilize your proactive troubleshooting and analytical engineering skills to resolve complex wireless connectivity bottlenecks under strict project deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, integrate, and commission 4G LTE and 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) base stations, remote radio heads (RRH), and antenna systems.
• Configure radio parameters, sector carriers, carrier aggregation, and transport interfaces for optimal cellular coverage and capacity.
• Monitor real-time network performance, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), drop call rates, handover success rates, and throughput metrics.
• Investigate, isolate, and resolve complex RF interference, alarm conditions, and site integration failures through rigorous troubleshooting.
• Coordinate seamlessly with field installation technicians, Network Operations Centers (NOC), and client engineering representatives.
• Perform pre-implementation testing, post-integration acceptance testing, and network optimization walkthroughs.
• Maintain rigorous inventory control of cell site hardware, fiber jumpers, RF cables, and transceiver modules.
• Author meticulous daily site reports, integration checklists, engineering change logs, and commissioning documentation.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 2 to 5+ years of progressive professional experience in RAN engineering, cellular network deployment, or RF optimization.
• Strong, demonstrable hands-on operational experience with 4G LTE and 5G RAN equipment, baseband units, and radio modules.
• Proven practical experience configuring cellular network protocols, IP transport, and cell site commissioning tools.
• Solid understanding of wireless propagation principles, antenna theory, RF engineering standards, and telecommunication guidelines.
• Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving capabilities under active field and telecom environments.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills with strong client-facing interpersonal abilities.
• Mandatory legal work authorization and eligibility to work in the United States of America (USA work authorization required) with availability for local deployment in the Plano, TX market.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Professional vendor certifications (e.g., Ericsson, Nokia, Huawei certified RAN engineer, or Cisco CCNA/CCNP).
• Prior professional working experience with major Tier-1 mobile network operators (MNOs) or telecommunication infrastructure contractors in the US market.
• Familiarity with drive testing software (TEMS, WindCatcher), post-processing tools, and RF spectrum analyzers.
• Basic scripting knowledge (Python, Bash) for automated log analysis and network configuration backup.

Application Information

• Recruiter: Telnet Inc. Human Resources Division
• Contact Name: Narendra Negi (Senior Recruitment Consultant)
• Email: `[e-mail]`
• Phone:
• Company Website: https://www.telnet-inc.com
• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Plano Field Enterprise Package
• Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent Plano Market Field Opening)
• Notice Period: Immediate to 14 Days
• Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time On-Site (Plano, TX Market, USA)

Recruitment Pro Tip

When applying for this RAN Engineer position at Telnet Inc., ensure your resume explicitly highlights your hands-on 4G/5G cell site integration portfolio, your RF commissioning experience, and explicitly confirms your active US work authorization.