Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Occasional travel

Conferences

5G technology

Team collaboration

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior RF Engineer based near Rustenburg to design, optimize, and manage RF networks for 4G/5G. The role emphasizes performance analysis, troubleshooting, and mentoring junior engineers within a remote-friendly, hybrid setup.

You will work on RF strategy, propagation issues, and deployment of new wireless technologies while collaborating with deployment teams and staying current with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of RF engineering experience in mobile networks.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Telecom Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of GSM/UMTS/LTE/5G NR architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize RF coverage and capacity for 4G/5G.
• Perform site surveys and base station feasibility studies.
• Analyze RF performance and implement optimization strategies.
• Troubleshoot interference and coverage gaps.
• Utilize RF planning tools (Atoll, Planet) for design.
• Prepare RF documentation and reports.
• Mentor junior RF engineers and share best practices.

Skills

RF planning

4G/5G

Atoll

Planet

Drive test

Spectrum analysis

Antenna systems

Network optimization

Mentorship

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Telecommunications Engineering

Tools

Atoll

Planet

Drive Test Tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking telecommunications company, is actively seeking a Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer to join their innovative team based in the vicinity of Rustenburg . This role is critical for the design, optimization, and performance management of the company's wireless networks, ensuring seamless connectivity and superior user experience. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of RF principles, mobile network technologies (4G/5G), and advanced planning tools. You will be instrumental in shaping our RF strategy, troubleshooting complex propagation issues, and driving the deployment of new wireless technologies. This is a remote-friendly opportunity for a highly skilled RF professional looking to make a substantial contribution to cutting-edge mobile communication solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and optimize RF network coverage and capacity for 4G/5G networks.
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies for new base station deployments.
• Perform RF performance analysis, identify areas for improvement, and implement optimization strategies.
• Troubleshoot RF interference, coverage holes, and other network performance issues.
• Utilize RF planning and simulation tools (e.g., Atoll, Planet) for network design and analysis.
• Collaborate with network deployment teams to ensure accurate implementation of RF designs.
• Develop and maintain RF documentation, including network plans, configuration details, and performance reports.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in RF engineering, mobile communication standards, and competitor technologies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior RF engineers.
• Contribute to the development of new RF strategies and technologies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related technical field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in RF engineering, specifically within the mobile telecommunications industry.
• In-depth understanding of cellular network architectures (GSM, UMTS, LTE, 5G NR).
• Proficiency in using RF planning, simulation, and optimization tools.
• Strong knowledge of propagation modeling, interference analysis, and antenna systems.
• Experience with spectrum analysis and drive test tools.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex RF data.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present technical findings clearly.
• Experience working in a remote or hybrid team environment is advantageous.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to RF spectrum usage is a plus.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary package.
• Remote work flexibility with occasional travel required.
• Opportunities for professional growth and attending industry conferences.
• Contribution to the advancement of 5G technology in South Africa.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.