RF Optimization Engineer

MobileComm Professionals, Inc; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications solutions provider based in Irving, Texas is seeking an experienced RF Planning Engineer. The ideal candidate must have deep expertise in LTE and VoLTE technologies, hands-on experience with network performance management and troubleshooting, along with knowledge of relevant tools. This role requires a strong focus on effective communication and a teamwork-oriented mindset. A Master's degree in Engineering or relevant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years work experience in RF Planning & Optimization.
• Experience in LTE network architecture and 3GPP standards.
• Hands-on experience in troubleshooting LTE network issues.

Skills

Knowledge of LTE/VoLTE technology

RF Planning & Optimization

Hands-on experience with LTE RF optimization

Troubleshooting and network performance management

Teamwork and communication skills

Education

MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Bachelor's with 3+ years of experience

Tools

Nokia NetAct OSS

Alcatel-Lucent OSS (SAM)

Drive Testing Equipment (JDSU, TEMS, etc.)

Job description

Qualifications and Experience

• Must have knowledge about LTE/VoLTE technology, LTE network architecture, 3GPP standards; Additionally, experience in supporting RF deployments with US-based cellular operators preferred.
• A minimum of 5-years work experience in RF Planning & Optimization for LTE / UMTS / GSM.
• Must have a minimum of 2-years of hands-on experience working on LTE and/or VoLTE RF optimization or network performance management functions including trending, analysis, monitoring, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Desirable to have experience working with Nokia NetAct OSS in alarm management, performance management and parameter configuration management.
• Hands on knowledge of Nokia and ALU LTE TDD and FDD parameters.
• Experience with Alcatel-Lucent OSS (SAM) is a plus.
• Must have experience with LTE parameters, KPI counters, Operational Performance Indicator (OPI) counters, and associated call scenarios.
• Skills to review daily KPI reports and identify sites with performance degradation issues is required.
• Must have deep experience in network performance components and troubleshooting.
• Network performance problem detection and solution methods, e.g., throughput issues, connection drops, blocks, etc. Have knowledge of Nokia tools including PNM, ALU NPO, NetAct RS, etc. creating reports and deep dive counter based analysis.
• Desirable to have knowledge in RF Optimization Layer 3 analysis experience using tools similar to ACTIX.
• Must have knowledge of running traces for troubleshooting/analysis. Must have knowledge of the various drive testing equipment such as JDSU/RAN Advisor, Nemo, TEMS, X-cal, Windcatcher and FalconSmart.
• Have expertise in troubleshooting to perform tasks such as resetting an eNB/RRH, changing a parameter, run WO, updating the yang file, alarms, RSSI issues.
• Should have an understanding of Radio Resource Management functionalities, e.g., handover control, admission controls, capacity management, etc.
• Have hands on knowledge of monitoring site alarms, doing health check status of sites, and resolve alarms.
• Desirable to have understanding & exposure to RF design (link budget inputs, propagation models), optimization, PLANET, ATOLL and performance tools.
• MS in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science or other related Engineering. Bachelors with 3 or more years of experience also acceptable.
• Strong teamwork, discipline to follow process, good communication and documentation skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel (formulas, running macros), MS PowerPoint and UNIX.

Additional Information

Regards,

Harmanpreet Singh Walia

harmanpreet(@)mcpsinc.com

Lead Talent and Client Acquisition Specialist

MobileComm Professionals Inc.