Remote RF Engineer – 4G/5G Wireless Systems Architect

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work with flexible hours

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced RF Engineer for a fully remote position within South Africa. You will design, optimize, and troubleshoot RF systems for mobile and wireless networks, including 4G/5G and Wi‑Fi, across varied sites and environments.

You will work with Atoll/Planet for planning, conduct site surveys, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust RF solutions while keeping regulatory compliance in mind.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of RF engineering experience in mobile or wireless systems.
• Strong understanding of RF propagation, antenna theory, and EMC.
• Proficiency with RF simulation/planning tools (Atoll, Planet).
• Experience with RF measurement equipment (spectrum analyzers, generators).
• Knowledge of GSM/UMTS/LTE/5G and Wi‑Fi standards.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and remote‑team communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize RF networks including antenna placement, power levels, and frequency planning.
• Conduct site surveys and RF propagation modeling to predict signal coverage.
• Perform RF measurements and analysis using specialized equipment.
• Troubleshoot RF issues and identify root causes; implement solutions.
• Collaborate with hardware/software teams to integrate RF components.
• Develop and maintain design specifications, test plans, and reports.
• Stay updated on RF technology and wireless standards.
• Contribute to R&D of new RF solutions and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with RF emissions regulations and standards.
• Support deployment and testing of new base stations and infrastructure.

Skills

RF theory

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent work

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in EEE/Telecommunications

Tools

Atoll

Planet

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced RF Engineer for a fully remote position within South Africa. You will design, optimize, and troubleshoot RF systems for mobile and wireless networks, including 4G/5G and Wi‑Fi, across varied sites and environments.

You will work with Atoll/Planet for planning, conduct site surveys, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust RF solutions while keeping regulatory compliance in mind.