Senior Telecoms Engineer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid work model

Training & certifications

Access to cutting-edge telecom tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Telecoms Engineer to join their Upington-based team. You will design, implement, and optimize telecommunications networks and systems, tackling complex technical challenges while mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in telecoms infrastructure, strong problem-solving abilities, and a passion for continuous improvement. This role offers a hybrid work model with opportunities for professional certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of progressive telecommunications engineering experience.
• Deep knowledge of networking protocols and transmission systems.
• Experience with network planning, design and capacity management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage core telecommunications network infrastructure.
• Analyze network performance and implement optimizations to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, providing expert technical support.
• Lead evaluation and integration of new technologies and vendor solutions.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, configurations, and SOPs.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering skill development within the team.

Skills

Networking protocols

8+ years experience

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Telecoms Engineer to join their innovative team in Upington . This role is instrumental in the design, implementation, and optimization of telecommunications networks and systems. You will tackle complex technical challenges, drive technological advancements, and ensure the delivery of robust and efficient communication services. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of modern telecoms infrastructure, a passion for problem-solving, and the ability to mentor junior engineers, contributing to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage core telecommunications network infrastructure.
• Analyze network performance and implement optimizations to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, providing expert technical support.
• Lead the evaluation and integration of new technologies and vendor solutions.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering skill development within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in telecommunications engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols, transmission systems, and relevant hardware.
• Experience with network planning, design, and capacity management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and life insurance benefits.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of office and remote work.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications.
• Access to cutting-edge telecom technologies and projects.
• A supportive and collaborative engineering environment.