Radio Frequency Engineer Level III

Proven Radio Frequency Engineer adept at managing and optimizing core and Customer-Based Radio Networks.

Job Description

Job Title: Radio Frequency Engineer (Level III)

Department:    Radio Frequency

Reports to:      Radio Frequency Manager

Liaises with:    NOC, Dispatch, Information Technology, Customer Services, Service Delivery 

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JOB SUMMARY

As the Level III Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer you will be responsible for planning, designing,

implementing, managing and optimizing the Company’s Core and Customer-Based Radio Network. This comprises:

● outdoor microwave backhauls,

● outdoor and indoor Access Points/Base Stations,

● repeaters,

● power systems, and

● site infrastructures and technologies across the Island of Jamaica.

The Level III Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer will focus on conducting radio network

optimization practices, site maintenance, specific site surveys, and other related analysis to

ensure the radio network quality and performance KPIs exceeds the customers’ expectation. All

objectives are met with support from the junior engineering team and as approved by the RF

Manager.

This role is a supervisory role where he/she is required to work closely with the RF Manager, to

supervise the RF staff and technicians. A major responsibility is to monitor the Company’s  entire INL Radio

network. He/she is required to assume the lead role in the absence of the RF Manager and

facilitate his/her responsibilities relating to team leadership. The Level III RF Engineer must be

fully proficient in Radio Frequency and is an intermediate at the RF skill level.

TECHNICAL

1. Technical knowledge and skills in troubleshooting each aspect of the RF system.

2. Experience in alignment and troubleshooting of various RF circuits such as RF

connections, Modulators, Diplexers, Filters, Oscillators, etc.

3. Experience with RF test instruments and setups such as antenna, cable analyzer,

microwave signal generators, pulse generators, RF Generator, Real-Time Spectrum

Analyser, Vector Network Analyser, etc.

4. In-depth knowledge of different communication standards such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi,

WLAN, WAN, LTE, ITU, FCC, IEEE, OFDM, TDMA, UMTS other wireless standards.

5. Comprehensive knowledge of at least two of the common industry device management,

propagation and simulation tools such as ISP Design, Link Planner, Radio Mobile,

Cnwave, Keysight, HFSS, ADS, CST, AWR and various visual studios for propagation,

model calibration, map generation, frequency planning, interference matrix analysis, site

database maintenance, instrumentation, etc.

6. Proficient in set-up, calibration, utilization, and data processing of various design and

optimization equipment and software.

7. Experience performing various RF characterization measurements such as; Phase Noise,

Spectral Characterization, Noise Figure, RF Power, Error Rate, loss and system fade

margins.

8. Relative RF experience ranging in L.F., M.F., H.F., V.H.F., Ultra high frequency (UHF)

up to Extremely high frequency (EHF).

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and adapt quickly to new technical areas

2. Analyze the trade-offs/key characteristics between RF device performance,

manufacturability, cost and user experience

3. Interaction with cross-functional and international technical teams

4. Excellent understanding of RF chain performance (noise floor, gain, Modulation and

    other RF 

TECHNICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Contribute and adhere to radio design guidelines and standards in relation to RF planning

and design ensuring local spectrum authority compliance

2. Carry out RF component selection and FDD/TDD transceiver design.

3. Design surge protection, backup and other protection devices/systems for signal integrity

and site reliability

4. Conduct thermal performance specification and analysis

5. Provide RF propagation analysis, link budgets, capacity analysis, spectrum planning,

interference analysis and reviews.

6. Display expertise in various simulation, modeling and propagation tools to produce

coverage/path analysis maps/graphs and 3-D modeling

7. Conduct, instruct and spearhead Radio Network Optimization, that is to continually

improve the radio network performance indicators, and improve accessibility, reliability,

sustainability and integrity based on targeted KPIs. This involves regular reviews of the

network parameters and features to ensure optimal performance.

8. Understand equipment co-location requirements for multiple operators at a single

location and perform inter-modulation analysis.

9. Bill of Materials (BOM) configuration management and ECO-friendly

considerations/implementation.

10. Effectively perform fault analysis of every repeater and main site setup configuration

11. Resolve verification results, documentation and presentation

12. Liaise with the Operations/field and dispatch teams for fault diagnosis and repair

13. Provision of operation instructions and training for the Operations Team and the RF team

for any new developments in RF designs, setups or instructions.

14. Develop all relevant engineering/construction drawings

15. Provide technical input on assigned projects from the RF manager

16. Wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when applicable

17. Ensure RF compliance on-site visits and maintenance

ADMINISTRATIVE/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manage RF Design for LTE, Wi-Fi, Access point/Base Stations and Microwave

technologies.

2. Provide advice, analysis and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders on

RF planning, and design on overall radio network issues and solutions.

3. Ensure cost-effective design solutions for the smooth and stable development of the INL

radio network.

4. Seek continual improvement in technological innovation, products and features that can

offer improved capacity over low latency and other capabilities to the INL radio network.

5. Execute detailed maintenance programmes and monthly reporting of maintenance plans,

faults and ongoing issues.

6. Prepare reports to reflect the results of optimization actions/projects as well as new

solution planning, justifications and site maintenance surveys.

7. Conduct routines to monitor the status of core radios on the network and complete

corrective action reports on any potential problems found (urgent and non-urgent

request

HR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lead RF role to manage and coordinate activities of the RF team.

2. Train Operations and RF Teams in any new developments in RF designs, concepts and

Setups.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

● Attentive to detail

● Self-motivated and result-oriented approach to work

● Strong organizational skills

● Ability to multi-task and deliver against dynamic, competing, priorities within a

team-oriented environment.

● Ability to strive in a fast-paced and demanding service environment

● Able to operate as a part of a team and demonstrate initiative in problem-solving and a

proactive approach to the job.

● Confidentiality and trustworthiness.

● Foster a professional attitude and demonstrate integrity and flexibility

● Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.

● Ability to use sound judgment

Qualification & Experience

● Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Technology, Computer Science, or

related area of study or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Computer Science or

Communications Engineering

● Experience in telecommunications and ICT would be an asset.

● Experience preparing documentation (BOM, design simulations, functional

specifications, layout design and guidelines) and communicating technical information is

desired.

● Experience with lab equipment including, vector/spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and

RF network analyzers

WORKING CONDITIONS

● The job is performed in a modern office environment

● Local travel is required sometimes to destinations with access challenges

● Workshop and training participation is required