Telecoms Network Planning Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid and pension fund

Advanced training and certifications

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Telecoms Network Planning Engineer to shape capacity and capabilities across the Mpumalanga region, guiding long-term expansion and technology evolution. You will develop expansion plans, forecast traffic, and coordinate with operations to implement upgrades, while pursuing professional development in a hybrid work setting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical or Telecommunications Engineering and at least six years in telecom network planning, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Telecommunications Engineering.
• 6+ years in network planning, design or engineering in telecoms.
• Strong knowledge of planning, capacity management, and traffic forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network expansion and upgrade plans based on forecasts and roadmaps.
• Conduct capacity analysis and allocate resources to meet demand.
• Evaluate new telecom technologies and propose integration into architecture.
• Create detailed network designs and implementation plans for services and upgrades.
• Collaborate with operations to ensure smooth upgrades.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.

Skills

Network planning

Capacity management

Traffic forecasting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering

Tools

Network simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading telecommunications company in Nelspruit , is seeking a skilled Telecoms Network Planning Engineer to join their expanding engineering department. This role is central to designing and optimizing the future capacity and capabilities of our client's network infrastructure across the Mpumalanga region. You will be involved in long-term network planning, capacity management, and technology evolution, ensuring our network can meet future demands. This is an excellent opportunity for a forward-thinking engineer to shape the strategic direction of our telecommunications network.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network expansion and upgrade plans based on traffic forecasts and technology roadmaps.
• Conduct capacity analysis and ensure network resources are optimally allocated to meet demand.
• Evaluate new telecommunications technologies and propose their integration into the network architecture.
• Create detailed network designs and implementation plans for new services and infrastructure enhancements.
• Collaborate with network operations and deployment teams to ensure smooth implementation of planned upgrades.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in network planning, design, or engineering within the telecommunications industry.
• Strong knowledge of network planning principles, capacity management, and traffic forecasting.
• Familiarity with various telecommunications technologies, including mobile (4G/5G), fibre optics, and IP networking.
• Proficiency in network simulation and planning tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications.
• Hybrid work arrangement allowing for flexibility.
• A key role in the strategic development of the network in Nelspruit .