RF Design Engineer

CED Systems; United States; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & Development

Work From Home

Career growth

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401k with match

Job summary

CED Systems in the United States is seeking an In-Building RF Engineer to shape wireless performance inside complex indoor spaces, focusing on LTE and 5G coverage and capacity. You will design and optimize DAS and small cell solutions, coordinate with construction teams, vendors, OEMs, carriers, and project managers, and produce carrier-ready design documentation.

This role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications and an iBwave Level 3 Designer certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• iBwave Level 3 Designer certification.
• Experience designing in-building DAS and small cell systems.
• Experience with carrier programs such as T-Mobile.
• Ability to read architectural floor plans and construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design in-building wireless systems for DAS deployments.
• Coordinate with construction teams, vendors, technicians, OEMs, carriers, and project managers.
• Experience designing or supporting both passive and active DAS architectures.
• Ensure compliance with carrier standards and safety guidelines.
• Produce clear, carrier-ready design documentation using MS Office and design tools.

Skills

iBwave tech

DAS design

Small cell design

Reading floor plans

Office tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in EE/Telecom

iBwave Level 3 Designer certification

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

iBwave

Job description

CED Systems is a telecommunications company supporting nationwide 5G and in-building wireless deployments. We provide engineering and infrastructure services for DAS, small cells, and related network solutions, helping deliver reliable indoor connectivity across a wide range of environments.

As an In-Building RF Engineer, you will help shape wireless performance inside complex indoor spaces where coverage, capacity, and user experience matter most. This role focuses on in-building RF solutions that support LTE and 5G performance, with work centered on designing and improving systems that keep people and businesses connected across commercial and high-demand environments.

Responsibilities

• Design in-building wireless systems for DAS deployments
• Coordinate with construction teams, vendors, technicians, deployment and integration teams, OEMs, carriers, project managers, and other stakeholders throughout project delivery
• Experience designing or supporting both passive and active DAS architectures
• Familiarity with carrier RF specifications and design compliance requirements, ideally within a T-Mobile or similar carrier program
• Proficiency reading and interpreting architectural floor plans and construction drawings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, carrier-ready design documentation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Figma) and general design/documentation tools

Requirements

Technical Skills & Tools

• Experience using iBwave for DAS design work

Qualifications

Required Experience:

• Design in-building wireless systems including DAS (passive and active) and small cell solutions to meet coverage and capacity requirements
• Prior experience working with T-Mobile on in-building wireless or DAS projects

Project Coordination & Documentation

• Coordinate with construction teams, vendors, and technicians to ensure proper system deployment
• Collaborate with deployment and integration teams, OEMs, carriers, project managers, and other stakeholders

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all work complies with regulatory requirements, carrier standards, and industry best practices

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
• Holds an iBwave Level 3 Designer certification

Preferred Experience

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
• Experience working on multi-carrier in-building systems for major operators
• Experience in high-profile venues such as airports, stadiums, hospitals, and large commercial buildings
• Familiarity with public safety systems (ERRCS, FirstNet) and CBRS or private LTE networks
• Knowledge of OSHA and site-specific safety guidelines for construction and operational environments

Benefits

• Training & Development
• Work From Home
• Team Member Discount Program
• Opportunities for career growth
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• PTO and Casual Leave
• Holiday Pay
• 401k plan with company match

CED Systems is an equal opportunity employer. CED Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.