Senior RF Design Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Advanced RF training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior RF Design Engineer in Upington, Northern Cape, to join the network development team in a hybrid role. You will design, optimize, and plan RF networks to ensure strong coverage, capacity and performance, guiding deployments and upgrades.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in RF design with LTE and 5G NR experience, strong modeling skills, and the ability to mentor juniors in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years in RF design and optimization for mobile networks.
• Experience with RF propagation modeling and planning tools.
• Knowledge of LTE and 5G NR technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan RF network coverage for new sites and expansions.
• Conduct RF site surveys, antenna design, and propagation modeling.
• Optimize RF networks to improve call quality, data throughput and KPI metrics.
• Use RF planning tools (Atoll, Planet) for design and analysis.
• Prepare technical specs and recommendations for RF equipment.
• Mentor junior RF engineers and generate RF design documentation.

Skills

RF design

Propagation modeling

LTE

5G NR

Drive tests analysis

Antenna theory

Data analytics

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Telecom Engineering

Tools

Atoll

Planet

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in mobile telecommunications, is seeking a highly experienced Senior RF Design Engineer to join their network development team. This hybrid role, based in Upington, Northern Cape , will focus on the design, optimization, and planning of radio frequency (RF) networks to ensure optimal coverage, capacity, and performance. You will leverage your deep expertise in RF principles and modern wireless technologies to shape the future of our mobile network. The successful candidate will be instrumental in driving the technical strategy for RF design, contributing to network upgrades and new deployments. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned RF professional to make a significant impact on network quality and user experience in a key regional area.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and plan RF network coverage for new sites and network expansions.
• Perform RF site surveys, antenna system design, and propagation modeling.
• Optimize existing RF networks to improve performance metrics like call drop rate, data throughput, and signal quality.
• Utilize RF planning tools (e.g., Atoll, Planet) for network design and analysis.
• Collaborate with network deployment teams to ensure accurate implementation of RF designs.
• Analyze drive test data and customer feedback to identify and resolve RF issues.
• Stay current with RF engineering best practices, emerging technologies, and industry standards (e.g., 4G LTE, 5G NR).
• Develop technical specifications and recommendations for RF equipment.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior RF engineers.
• Generate detailed RF design reports and documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in RF design and optimization for mobile networks.
• Expertise in RF propagation modeling and planning tools.
• In-depth knowledge of cellular technologies, including LTE and 5G NR.
• Proficiency in analyzing RF performance data and drive test results.
• Strong understanding of antenna theory and RF system components.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, coordinating with both office-based and remote colleagues.
• Experience with site acquisition and permitting processes is a plus.

Benefits

• Annual salary of ZAR, commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced RF training.
• Contribute to cutting-edge mobile network development in Upington, Northern Cape .
• A stimulating and collaborative technical environment.