Senior RF Engineer - 5G Network Design & Optimization

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms RF Engineer for our Port Elizabeth office to design, optimize and analyze wireless networks across 2G/3G/4G/5G. Work hands-on with RF planning tools and collaborate with deployment and operations teams to ensure network performance and coverage.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in mobile RF design, strong knowledge of propagation, antenna theory and cellular technologies, and proven troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years in mobile network RF design and optimization.
• Proficiency with RF planning and simulation tools (e.g., Atoll, Planet).
• Strong understanding of RF propagation, antenna theory, and cellular technologies (GSM, UMTS, LTE, 5G NR).
• Experience with drive testing tools and post-processing analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize RF networks (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G) for coverage, capacity, and quality.
• Conduct RF site surveys, drive testing, and data analysis.
• Perform RF planning and parameter tuning using specialized software.
• Troubleshoot RF interference and performance issues.
• Develop RF design documentation, including propagation maps and antenna plans.
• Collaborate with site acquisition and construction teams on new site development.
• Evaluate and recommend new RF technologies and equipment.
• Stay updated on RF engineering trends and advancements.
• Mentor junior RF engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and licensing requirements.

Skills

RF design

Drive testing

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical / Telecommunications Engineering

Tools

Atoll

Planet

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms RF Engineer for our Port Elizabeth office to design, optimize and analyze wireless networks across 2G/3G/4G/5G. Work hands-on with RF planning tools and collaborate with deployment and operations teams to ensure network performance and coverage.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in mobile RF design, strong knowledge of propagation, antenna theory and cellular technologies, and proven troubleshooting skills.