Lead RF Planning Engineer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Performance bonuses

Medical aid and life insurance

International travel opportunities

Access to RF planning software and HW

Laptop and mobile phone provided

Retirement annuity contribution

Professional development and training

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead RF Planning Engineer to spearhead RF planning and optimization in Cape Town. The role blends remote flexibility with in-office collaboration to shape the network evolution for mobile subscribers.

You will design, analyze, and optimize RAN performance, lead a team of engineers, and contribute to strategy and innovation within the telecoms sector.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive RF planning and optimization experience in telecoms.
• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams.
• Strong knowledge of 2G/3G/4G LTE and 5G NR air interface.

Responsabilités

• Lead the development and execution of RF network plans for coverage, capacity, and upgrades.
• Conduct detailed RF site surveys, analysis, and optimization to improve performance.
• Perform drive-test analysis and post-processing to identify RF issues.
• Develop and maintain RF design tools, scripts, and databases.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure timeliness and budgets.
• Mentor junior RF engineers and support their growth.
• Stay updated on RF tech and best practices to inform strategy.
• Prepare and present reports on network performance to senior management.

Connaissances

RF network planning

Leadership

2G/3G/4G/5G NR knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Formation

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications

Outils

Atoll

Planet

TEMS

Nemo

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a significant player in the South African telecommunications landscape, is seeking an experienced Lead RF Planning Engineer to spearhead their radio frequency planning and optimization efforts in **Cape Town**. This role offers a blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration, allowing you to contribute strategically to our client's network evolution. You will be instrumental in designing, analyzing, and optimizing radio access networks (RAN) to ensure superior coverage, capacity, and quality for our client's subscribers. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a team of skilled engineers, shape network strategy, and make a tangible impact on the future of mobile communication in the region. We value innovation and encourage creative solutions to complex network challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of RF network plans, including coverage, capacity, and technology upgrades.
• Conduct detailed RF site surveys, analysis, and optimization to enhance network performance and user experience.
• Perform drive test analysis and post-processing to identify and resolve RF issues.
• Develop and maintain RF design tools, scripts, and databases.
• Manage relationships with vendors and ensure adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Mentor and guide junior RF engineers, fostering their technical growth and development.
• Stay abreast of emerging RF technologies and industry best practices to inform network strategy.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports on network performance and planning initiatives to senior management.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in RF planning and optimization within the **telecoms** sector.
• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams.
• In-depth knowledge of 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, and 5G NR technologies and air interface.
• Proficiency with RF planning and optimization tools such as Atoll, Planet, TEMS, Nemo, etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex RF data.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying technical information to diverse audiences.
• Experience with interference analysis and mitigation techniques.
• Familiarity with South African regulatory requirements for mobile networks.

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package with performance-based bonuses.
• Subsidized medical aid and life insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for international travel and training.
• Access to leading-edge RF planning software and hardware.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Company-provided laptop and mobile phone.
• Retirement annuity contribution.
• Professional development opportunities and conference attendance.