Wireless network validation Engineer

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar in Mossville, IL seeks a Wireless Network Validation Engineer to test wireless networks for autonomous and remote-control applications, spanning Wi-Fi, private LTE, and private 5G. You’ll work across multiple technologies as demand dictates, with a focus on validation and integration in real-world environments.

Required skills include 3–5 years in core networking, Cisco WLC experience, RF understanding, and outdoor AP deployment readiness. Occasional travel up to 25% may be necessary.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in core network routing/switching.
• Experience with Cisco Wireless LAN Controller.
• Understanding of RF spectrum.
• Experience configuring outdoor wireless deployments.
• Mechanical installation of outdoor APs is a plus.
• Basic Linux experience.
• Experience with autonomous or remote-control systems is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Skills

Core networking

Cisco WLC

RF spectrum

Outdoor wireless

Mechanical skills

Linux basics

Autonomous/remote control

Travel readiness

Job description

Job Title: Wireless network validation Engineer

Location: Mossville, IL

Duration: Long Term

Client: Caterpillar

Job Description

Role will focus on wireless network validation testing for Caterpillar autonomous and remote-control applications. Technologies could range from wifi to both private LTE & private 5G cellular. Dynamic day to day role could have you working on multiple technologies based on demand.

• 3-5 years of route/switch core network experience
• Cisco Wireless Lan Controller experience desired
• Should understand Radio Frequency (RF) spectrum
• Configuration and troubleshooting of outdoor wireless experience desired (deeper experience than cellular drive testing)
• Mechanical capability is a nice to have (installing outdoor access points on solar trailers, working with tools, etc.)
• Linux experience is nice to have
• Experience with autonomous or remote-control system is a nice to have
• Up to 25% travel as needed