Sr. Rf Design Engineer

Description:

Purpose of Position: Senior level position responsible for the engineering design and system performance of the UMTS / 5G Radio Network.

• Applies engineering principles to design and optimize network coverage, performance, and capacity.
• May be required to lead a team of engineers on specific projects.
• Serves as a technical subject matter expert and may be required to do in depth analysis of new features and technologies.
• Mentors other RF Engineers for technical growth.

Essential Duties of Position:

• Performs advanced review of radio network Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
• Participates in the development of inter and intra team processes for system performance.
• Serves as KPI subject matter expert in order to improve network performance.
• Monitors statistical network performance data.
• Collects, processes and re views test data.
• Works with the operations team to troubleshoot site network problems. Reviews data to assist with determining cause of faulty equipment.
• Addresses customer and employee complaints received through the Cell Desk. Works with other RF Engineers to evaluate and resolve issues. Updates databases with resolution or actions taken.
• Performs coverage design, capacity, and performance activities. Participates in developing internal process used for radio network design.
• Participates with federal, state and local jurisdictions to ensure regulatory and zoning compliance.
• Familiarity with FCC regulations with respect to emission requirements and limits such as the FCC OET Bulletin 65
• Performs development, testing, and validation of RF feature plan proposals. Provides input in defining implementation guidelines for approved new features and technologies.
• Effectively applies RF principles to performance activities. Serves as subject matter expert on GSM/GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSPA/LTE and emerging technology theory. Supports engineering and technical staff.
• Provides input to management on tactical and strategic issues.
• Acts as developer and resource for planning and performance tools (as applicable).

Job Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Solid understanding of RF propagation principles, cellular theory, RF engineering tools and antenna theory

• Advanced knowledge of Ericsson GSM/UMTS/LTE platforms and product lines and their 3GPP specifications

• Advanced knowledge of Ericsson OSS, ENIQ STATS and ENIQ EVENTS

• Advanced knowledge of RF propagation/prediction tools such as Mentum Planet

• Strong knowledge of drive test validation tools such as TEMS Discovery/Investigation

• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills

• Excellent computer skills (UNIX, Oracle Database, Excel macros and SQL programming a plus)

• Strong problem solving/troubleshooting skills

• Strong MapInfo and Mentum Planet skills

• Must be self-motivated, able to work under pressure, and multitask

• Must be able to prioritize work schedule and workload

• Expected to provide technical leadership, oversight, and mentoring to other engineers.

Certifications: P.E. license desired

Skills:

Rf engineering, Rf design, Wireless network, Rf, Wireless, Radio frequency, Design, Antenna, Telecommunication, Engineering, Lte

Top Skills Details:

Rf engineering,Rf design,Wireless network,Rf,Wireless,Radio frequency

Experience Level:

Expert Level

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