RF /Microwave Design Engineer

Role:

RF /

Microwave Design Engineer Location:

Omaha, NE Experience:

3-6 years

Skills:

FCC, MW, path Surveys, Pathloss, Planet Responsibilities Support FCC related licensing, renewals, modifications, and regulatory documentation Assist with Spectrum coordination and compliance activities for wireless/microwavesystems Perform link budget calculations, reliability analysis, and path feasibility studies for wireless systems. Design, model, and optimize MW links using Pathloss 6, including terrain profiling, diffraction analysis, fade margin calculations, and link availability. Conduct MW path surveys, including line-of-site (LOS) verification, obstacle identification, structure validation, and documentation. Optimize MW links for capacity, availability, and interference mitigation within licensed and unlicensed bands. Evaluate and integrate MW radio platforms (Nokia, Aviat, or other vendors). Review and validate MW radio and antenna configurations, tower loading considerations, and equipment specifications. Design, model, and optimize wireless technologies, such as Narrow Band, LTE/5G, Land Mobile Radio, using Infovista Planet, including coverage analysis, frequency assignment, and interference analysis. General Engineering Duties Support RFP responses, LOE calculations, and technical evaluations of client requirements. Collaborate with project management to meet project scope, schedule, and budget goals. Create comprehensive Bill of Materials (BoM) for telecom sites Document and implement site installation standards including grounding for telecom equipment Provide guidance on construction drawings Support equipment installation and site integration on-site Hands on configuration experience with MW radios is a plus. Support business development and pursuit activities.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or other engineering degree related to Communications Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship is preferred Professional Engineering License (PE) is preferred but not required 3 to 5 years of wireless communications related work experience Utility experience is strongly preferred Experience with client facing presentations and delivering technical workshops Experience writing and delivering MOPs, processes, testing procedures and technical documents