Hybrid Wireless Network Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work model

Continuous learning

Job summary

Placements24 in Mpumalanga seeks a skilled Wireless Network Engineer to design, deploy, and optimize our wireless infrastructure, including Wi‑Fi, cellular, and point‑to‑point links, in a hybrid office/remote setting.

You will perform site surveys, capacity planning, configure access points, manage security, and collaborate with IT to integrate wireless with the broader network. This role offers growth and hands‑on strategic planning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in wireless network engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of Wi‑Fi standards, protocols and security (WPA2/3).
• Experience with enterprise wireless solutions and network management tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage wireless networks, including Wi‑Fi, cellular, and point‑to‑point links.
• Configure and maintain wireless access points, controllers, and related hardware.
• Perform site surveys, capacity planning, and performance tuning for optimal wireless coverage and speed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve wireless network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and disruption.
• Develop and implement wireless security policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate wireless solutions with the broader network infrastructure.

Skills

Wireless networking

RF fundamentals

Wi-Fi standards

Troubleshooting

Security policies

IT collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

CWNA

Enterprise wireless solutions

Network management tools

Job description

Placements24 in Mpumalanga seeks a skilled Wireless Network Engineer to design, deploy, and optimize our wireless infrastructure, including Wi‑Fi, cellular, and point‑to‑point links, in a hybrid office/remote setting.

You will perform site surveys, capacity planning, configure access points, manage security, and collaborate with IT to integrate wireless with the broader network. This role offers growth and hands‑on strategic planning opportunities.