Senior Rf Planning Engineer (5G) – Benoni | Company Car

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or travel allowance

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Training & certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior RF Planning Engineer in Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa, to design and optimize mobile networks (2G/3G/4G/5G). You will perform RF planning, drive tests, interference analysis, and collaborate with site acquisition to secure prime locations.

The role requires deep RF knowledge and strong problem-solving abilities. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in RF planning, experience with Atoll/Planet, and a track record of delivering robust network performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Telecommunications engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of RF planning and optimization experience for mobile networks.
• Proficiency with RF planning tools (Atoll, Planet) and drive testing analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize RF network designs for new site deployments and upgrades (2G/3G/4G/5G).
• Conduct drive tests and analyze RF performance data to identify improvements.
• Perform detailed RF planning including antenna selection, coverage and capacity planning, and interference analysis.
• Collaborate with site acquisition to secure locations for new base stations.
• Ensure designs comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Skills

RF propagation principles

Antenna theory

Cellular network technologies (GSM, UM

RF planning tools (Atoll, Planet)

Drive testing analysis

Analytical and problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications

Tools

Atoll

Planet

Job description

About the Role Our client, a key player in the South African telecommunications landscape, is seeking a highly experienced Senior RF Planning Engineer to contribute to their network development initiatives in Benoni, Gauteng . This role is crucial for designing and optimizing radio frequency (RF) networks, ensuring superior coverage, capacity, and quality of service. You will be responsible for site acquisition planning, RF design simulations, interference analysis, and performance tuning of mobile network infrastructure. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of RF principles, propagation models, and advanced planning tools, coupled with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your expertise in Benoni and significantly impact the performance of our client's mobile network.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize RF network designs for new site deployments and existing network upgrades (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G).
• Conduct drive tests, analyze RF performance data, and identify areas for network improvement.
• Perform detailed RF planning, including antenna selection, coverage and capacity planning, and interference analysis.
• Utilize advanced RF planning tools (e.g., Atoll, Planet) for network simulation and optimization.
• Collaborate with site acquisition teams to identify and secure suitable locations for new base stations.
• Ensure network designs comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve RF-related issues reported by network operations and customer care teams.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in mobile RF engineering.
• Mentor and guide junior RF engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in RF planning and optimization for mobile networks.
• In-depth knowledge of RF propagation principles, antenna theory, and cellular network technologies (GSM, UMTS, LTE, NR).
• Proficiency with RF planning and optimization tools such as Atoll, Planet, or similar.
• Experience with RF measurement tools and drive testing analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Experience with 5G NR planning and deployment is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple project priorities in the Benoni area.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Performance-driven bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced training, certifications, and professional development.
• Company car or travel allowance.
• Exposure to cutting-edge mobile network technologies.
• Positive and collaborative work environment.