Project Engineer

Position Overview:
The Project Engineer position requires a strong understanding of the details related to Radio Frequency (RF) network design, capacity planning, frequency and PN planning and optimization activities. The RF network design skills and knowledge required for the position will include the ability to develop theoretical RF designs utilizing all aspects of propagation prediction software. This includes incorporation of site database information, the ability to incorporate drive test data, and tuning of propagation models.

Essential Job Functions:

• Supervise all technical duties performed by Senior RF Engineers.
• Perform RF cell site design.
• Network statistics analysis.
• Network performance monitoring and troubleshooting.
• MSC and BSC data transcript setting and evaluation.
• Capacity planning.
• System optimization and evaluation.
• Provide coordination and support between RF engineering and drive test teams.
• Guide and train the staff in engineering tasks.
• Prepare engineering reports.
• Review deadlines and schedule work plans.
• Perform Frequency planning or PN planning
• Technical lead
• Provide in-depth engineering support without supervision
• Train engineers on technical issues within the field of RF Engineering as well as other disciplines outside of RF Engineering
• Resolve any outstanding issues related to site design involving other groups

Education and Experience

• B.S. in Electrical engineering, Electronics, Communications/ Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent degree.  
• 6-7 years of experience in working with GSM/TDMA/CDMA/WCDMA/iDEN networks with 3 years of experience in a team lead role.
• Expert knowledge of propagation tools (Wizard, Asset 3G, Planet, dB Planner, etc.)
• Extensive experience with data collection tools (TEMS, Invex 3G, etc.) and post-processing tools such as ACTIX
• Excellent technical understanding in one or more areas of expertise, such as: RF design and optimization, network design, switching, microwave, ancillary services

Other Requirements:

• Excellent report writing abilities
• Strong project management and organizational skill
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills
• Ability to travel
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite
• English Fluency (oral, written)