RF Designer

Cochran Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k

Medical, Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Seven Paid Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Cochran Inc. seeks an RF Designer based in Seattle, WA to lead RF design tasks for DAS/Solutions projects. You will handle iBwave submissions, design coordination with CAD, and prepare technical documentation along with production reports.

The role requires strong RF knowledge, English communication, and collaboration with sales, project managers, and AHJs. Competitive pay and full benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in RF design for wireless systems.
• Familiarity with iBwave design submissions and customer coordination.
• Ability to prepare design documentation and production reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead RF design work and submit initial designs in iBwave.
• Coordinate design with CAD drafting and prepare correspondence for customers.
• Generate BOMs, production reports and estimates as required.
• Support field operations and project teams with technical guidance.

Skills

RF design

iBwave

Coordination with CAD

Technical communication

Education

Two-year college certificate or related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Spreadsheet software

Project Management software

Job description

Job Title: RF Designer

Reports to: Project Executive

Location: Seattle, WA

Pay range: $40.87 - $45.67/hr (Hourly, Non-Exempt)

About DAS Simplified

Light up your career path and join the DAS Simplified team, a division of Cochran, Inc. and a leading provider of cellular and Emergency Responder Radio Communication System (ERRCS) solutions. We specialize in system design and integration, troubleshooting, coverage assessments, maintenance and monitoring, and recertification services. Our team has delivered millions of square feet of wireless coverage for hundreds of clients across healthcare, office, manufacturing, retail, residential, institutional, warehouse, and government facilities throughout the United States.

Established in 2011, DAS Simplified is headquartered in Seattle and serves customers nationwide. Our team consists of experienced construction and telecommunications professionals who have deployed complex wireless solutions in hundreds of facilities. Our designers are FCC-certified and iBwave-certified engineers with extensive manufacturer certifications and BICSI RCDD credentials, delivering industry-leading expertise from design through deployment.

Our values are proven, not explained:

• Be Transparent.
• Be Kind.
• Be Accountable.
• Be Respectful.
• Be Proactive.
• Be Inspired.
• Be Brilliant.

About the Role

As a DAS Simplified Radio Frequency Designer will design and execute engineering department tasks including RF design, specification review, systems coordinating, design planning, design scheduling, commissioning planning, production reports, component selection, component testing and verification operations by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• RF Design Work– The RF Designer will act as principal RF Design resource for projects as determined by the Engineering Manager:
  • Successful completion of the initial design and submittal in iBwave for submission to the Customer, Cellular Carrier or Authority Having Jurisdiction.
  • Design coordination with CAD drafting where applicable.
  • Prepare and answer email and traditional correspondence with customers, potential customers and other relevant third parties.
  • Review new or changed information to correctly capture added scope.
  • Estimate, prepare and submit RFI's as needed.
  • Generate bill of materials for project designs
  • Generate production reports
  • Interface with the Engineering Manager to establish task deadlines.
• Support – RF Designer will support the Sales team, Project managers and Field engineer operations by providing technical assistance and/or clarification:
  • Provide technical support for field engineers during system turn up and commissioning
  • Review turn up documentation/work plan prior to field engineer deployment
  • Attend conference calls and meetings with sales staff and project managers to provide technical support
• Authority Having Jurisdiction Outreach Program:
  • Source required information for maintenance of database through routine data collection.
  • Routine data entry and retrieval.
  • Establishing a plan to maintain the accuracy of the database.
• Estimation Generation – The RF Designer will act as backup and support for the RF Engineers in the generation of estimates for the Sales Team:
  • Read and interpret technical specifications and proposal requests.
  • Square footage and equipment takeoffs from PDF and DWG format drawings.
  • Prepare and format estimates per the direction of the Engineering Manager utilizing DAS Simplified templates.
  • Maintain a record of generated estimates.
• Assist in the preparation of submittals and O & M documentation, project closeouts and documentation flow on projects.
• Attend project meetings as assigned.
• Assist with development and management of department policies & procedures:
  • Support Engineering staff and Company staff with company initiatives
  • Support team members with special projects

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully, and demonstrates attention to detail.
• Technical Understanding – Understands DAS, RF and construction methods.
• Customer Service - Responds promptly and politely to requests for service and assistance while meeting commitments.
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback.
• Communication – Writes and speaks clearly and informatively, presents numerical data effectively, and presents clear, timely, and diplomatic communication with coworkers, customers, and AHJ's.
• Change Management – Develops workable implementation plans and communicate changes effectively.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment and manages competing demands with ability to deal with change, delays or unexpected events.
• Safety – Observes safety procedures.
• Leadership – Motivates team members. Drives the project forward.

We are looking for someone with the following competencies:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to write, speak and communicate in English fluently.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Spreadsheet software, and Project Management software
• Two-year College or university program certificate or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Why DAS Simplified?

Company Benefits

PTO | 401k | Medical, Dental & Vision | Life Insurance | Seven Paid Holidays | Voluntary Benefits | EAP

Other compensation bonuses are eligible.

DEIB Statement

DAS Simplified (a division of Cochran, Inc.) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Accessibility Statement

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. DAS Simplified (a division of Cochran, Inc.) is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in all aspects of employment, including the application process. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact: [e-mail].

Compensation (Pay Range):

$40.87 - $45.67/hr (Hourly, Non-Exempt)

An employee's compensation level within the range will be based on several factors, including but not limited to geographic location, experience, relevant education, qualifications, skills, organizational needs, and performance.