JOB POSTING TITLE: RF Field Engineer
DURATION: 12+ months LOCATION: Rochester, NY
Some RF Field experience in one or more of the areas below is required:
Installation, site surveys, mobile carrier drive testing, path surveys, installation troubleshooting, site installation kit assembly, radio network equipment configuration
Some experience with RF design and/or RF Performance is preferred
Field experience with power utility substation is preferred
Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) experience is preferred – this should be a selling-point, as they are deploying this network and it’s a new and upcoming technology.
Design point-to-point and/or point-to-multipoint wireless communication links for a statewide wireless network; • Microwave path planning including map study, use of GIS tools, traffic routing design; • Preparation of channel planning diagrams and route maps; • Perform link budgets and system planning reports; • Perform pre-installation surveys, and radio path surveys; • Coordinate with path survey providers; • Preparation of documents for frequency coordination; • Preparation of FCC license applications; • Detailed design of equipment installation for power, grounding, feedlines and antenna to meet client and electrical code requirements; • Coordinate with radio network construction crews in the field.
Preparation of procurement specifications and supporting cost estimates.
Troubleshoot construction and radio network design issues in the field.
Minimum Qualifications (Do Not Edit)
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing. Minimum of 3 years related work experience All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
Problem Solving
Required Skills Required Experience