Lead RF Planning Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Annual leave & holidays

Professional development

Retirement plan contributions

Home office allowance

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead RF Planning Engineer to spearhead RF planning and optimization for 4G and 5G networks. This fully remote role allows you to contribute from anywhere within Port Elizabeth or beyond, coordinating with a geographically dispersed team to design robust coverage and capacity.

You will leverage Atoll and Planet for design, perform propagation analysis, mentor junior engineers, and deliver detailed reports on network performance while staying current with evolving RF

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• 7+ years of RF planning and optimization experience.
• Experience with Atoll and Planet or similar tools.
• Knowledge of LTE and 5G NR.
• Remote team leadership and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead RF planning strategies for 4G and 5G networks.
• Use Atoll/Planet for design, simulation and optimization.
• Analyze performance to identify coverage and capacity gaps.
• Conduct propagation modeling and interference analysis.
• Collaborate with deployment and operations teams.
• Mentor junior RF engineers.
• Develop RF design guidelines and best practices.
• Prepare reports and presentations on RF planning.

Skills

RF planning

Leadership

Python scripting

Remote team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Telecommunications

Tools

Atoll

Planet

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a Lead RF Planning Engineer to spearhead their radio frequency planning and optimization efforts. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere within Port Elizabeth or beyond. You will be responsible for the strategic planning of our wireless network coverage, ensuring optimal signal strength, capacity, and quality across our service areas. This role demands a deep understanding of RF principles and advanced planning tools, coupled with the ability to lead a geographically dispersed team. If you are passionate about shaping wireless landscapes and thrive in a remote-first environment, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of RF planning strategies for 4G and 5G networks.
• Utilize advanced RF planning tools (e.g., Atoll, Planet) for network design, simulation, and optimization.
• Analyze network performance data, identify coverage gaps and capacity issues, and propose solutions.
• Conduct propagation modeling and interference analysis to ensure optimal network design.
• Collaborate with network deployment and operations teams to ensure successful implementation of planned networks.
• Mentor and guide junior RF engineers, providing technical expertise and direction.
• Develop and maintain RF design guidelines and best practices.
• Stay current with emerging RF technologies and trends, evaluating their potential impact.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on RF planning activities and network performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in RF planning and optimization for mobile networks.
• Expertise in using RF planning and simulation tools such as Atoll, Planet, or similar.
• In-depth knowledge of radio propagation principles and wireless communication technologies (LTE, 5G NR).
• Experience with network dimensioning and capacity planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities, suitable for managing a remote team.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python) for automation is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced certifications.
• Contribution to a retirement savings plan.
• Home office allowance to support your remote work setup.
• Work with a leading-edge technology company in a remote-first culture.