Telecoms Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & certifications

International assignments

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks an expert Telecoms RF Engineer to optimize 2G/3G/4G/5G networks. You will perform RF planning, site surveys, and modeling to improve coverage, capacity, and user experience, collaborating with deployment teams to ensure timely site rollout.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in mobile RF engineering, strong knowledge of Atoll/Planet/TEMS Investigation, and a solid grounding in propagation, antenna theory, and GSM to NR technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of RF engineering experience for mobile networks.
• Proficiency with RF planning tools: Atoll, Planet, TEMS Investigation.
• Strong understanding of propagation, antenna theory and GSM/UMTS/LTE/NR.
• Experience with RF optimization techniques and data interpretation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and optimize RF coverage and capacity for 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G.
• Conduct RF site surveys, drive testing and data analysis to identify gaps.
• Develop propagation models and run simulations to predict performance.
• Recommend antennas, placement and configuration to maximize efficiency.
• Troubleshoot RF issues and implement improvements to signal quality.
• Coordinate with site acquisition and construction for site deployment.

Skills

RF planning

RF optimization

Site surveys

Data analysis

Propagation modeling

Antenna theory

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field

Tools

Atoll

Planet

TEMS Investigation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an expert Telecoms Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer to enhance their wireless network capabilities in Paarl, Western Cape . This role is vital for optimizing the performance, coverage, and capacity of our client's mobile networks. You will be involved in RF planning, design, propagation modeling, and site deployment analysis, ensuring seamless connectivity and superior user experience. This position requires a deep technical understanding of RF principles and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a dynamic telecommunications environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and optimize RF network coverage and capacity for 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G mobile networks.
• Perform RF site surveys, drive testing, and data analysis to identify coverage gaps and interference issues.
• Develop propagation models and conduct simulations to predict network performance.
• Recommend antenna types, equipment placement, and configuration settings to maximize RF efficiency.
• Troubleshoot RF-related network problems and implement solutions to improve signal quality and network performance.
• Collaborate with site acquisition teams and construction personnel to ensure timely deployment of new sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in RF engineering for mobile networks.
• Proficiency in RF planning tools such as Atoll, Planet, or TEMS Investigation.
• Strong understanding of radio propagation principles, antenna theory, and mobile network technologies (GSM, UMTS, LTE, NR).
• Experience with RF optimization techniques and tools.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex RF data.

Benefits

• Highly attractive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for advanced training and certifications in RF engineering.
• Potential for international assignments.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates moving to Paarl .