Wireless Network Engineer — 5G/Wi‑Fi Design & Optimization

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Wireless technology certifications

On-site work in East London hub

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in East London seeks a Telecom Network Engineer with wireless expertise to design, implement, and optimize wireless networks for enterprise and cellular environments.

You will perform site surveys, RF planning, and performance optimization while maintaining hardware and software across access points, controllers, and management systems. Stay updated on latest wireless standards and security practices.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and configure wireless network solutions, including Wi‑Fi, cellular (4G/5G), and other wireless technologies.
• Perform site surveys, RF planning, and optimization to ensure optimal wireless coverage and performance.
• Monitor wireless network performance, identify issues, and implement solutions to improve reliability and user experience.
• Troubleshoot and resolve wireless network problems, including connectivity issues, interference, and signal degradation.
• Maintain wireless network hardware and software, including access points, controllers, and management systems.
• Stay updated on the latest wireless technologies, standards, and security best practices.

Skills

RF principles

Propagation

Wireless design tools

Network troubleshooting

Security standards WPA2/3

Education

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

Tools

Wi-Fi controllers

RF planning tools

Management platforms

Job description

Placements24 in East London seeks a Telecom Network Engineer with wireless expertise to design, implement, and optimize wireless networks for enterprise and cellular environments.

You will perform site surveys, RF planning, and performance optimization while maintaining hardware and software across access points, controllers, and management systems. Stay updated on latest wireless standards and security practices.