RF wireless engineer

Business Needs•New York City, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Senior RF wireless engineer who can design, analyze, and optimize complex wireless networks by conducting predictive and pre/post physical site surveys, leveraging cutting-edge tools such as Ekahau and spectrum analyzers. Candidates need to have exceptional design and optimization capabilities, proven field survey expertise, strong project management skills, and a commitment to meticulous documentation. Responsibilities: Design, analyze, and optimize complex wireless networks by conducting predictive and pre/post physical site surveys, leveraging cutting-edge tools such as Ekahau and spectrum analyzers. Proactively troubleshoot performance issues, ensuring outstanding signal propagation and compliance, while executing strategic capacity planning and seamlessly integrating with existing infrastructure. Engage in RF planning, conduct in-depth data analysis, and collaborate effectively across teams to align technical solutions with overarching business objectives. Candidates with exceptional design and optimization capabilities, proven field survey expertise, strong project management skills, and a commitment to meticulous documentation. Experience in support of wireless infrastructure. Propose changes to existing policies and procedures to ensure operating efficiency and regulatory compliance. Assist in production issues and incidents and participate in problem and change management forums. Review enterprise diagrams and recommend wireless related enhancements. Experience with Cisco Client The candidate should have knowledge of protocols like DNS, DHCP Communicates and consults with technology personnel and advisory groups to administer network wireless infrastructure. Build trust and develop effective working relationships between Core technology team and constituencies ensuring the office's programs and standards are implemented in a manner consistent with the goals and objectives of the organization. Operates and maintains wireless networks, tracks significant problems, monitors performance, and performs upgrades to hardware and software as required. Trains technical staff at the system and building level to follow proper operating procedures necessary to maintain the integrity of the network. Defines and Maintains documentation regarding wireless network configurations, operating procedures, and service records relating to wireless hardware and software. Maintains certification in wireless network technology such as Cisco or other relevant technology, and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. Has strong understanding of cabling standards, IP address management, VPN, Firewalls, network security, wireless and network management platforms.

Requirements

RF Principles: Possess a profound understanding of RF propagation, antenna theory, and cutting-edge wireless technologies (4G, 5G, 6G, Wi-Fi-7).
Experience with WiFi-7.
Surveying Tools: Expertise in utilizing advanced spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, TEMS, and industry-leading survey software (Ekahau, Acrylic,) for comprehensive site surveys and in-depth data analysis.
Design Software: Proficient in leveraging RF modeling and simulation software (Visio, and AutoCAD) to drive innovative solutions.
Network Design: Proven ability to strategically design networks for data, voice, and RTLS, while optimizing and troubleshooting RF systems to ensure exceptional coverage and capacity.
Access Points Catalyst CW9176I (Indoor), CW9176D1 (Directional), CW9179F (Large Venue).
Wireless Controllers Catalyst CW9800M (Mid-Scale), CW9800H1/H2 (High-Scale), C9800-CL (Cloud).
Cisco 3800 series Wireless Access Points and Cisco 5500, 5700, 8500 Wireless LAN Controllers
Strong knowledge of LAN/WAN/Wireless infrastructures, topologies, and protocols
Strong understanding of network protocols and applications, such as DNS, DHCP, SMTP, HTTP/HTTPS, Multicast, SNMP, NetFlow
Strong in troubleshooting different OSI layer issues and performance analysis by using sniffer tools.
Possess a profound understanding of RF propagation, antenna theory, and cutting-edge wireless technologies (4G, 5G, 6G, Wi-Fi-7).
Expertise in utilizing advanced spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, TEMS, and industry-leading survey software (Ekahau, Acrylic,) for comprehensive site surveys and in-depth data analysis.
Cisco Catalyst Center (On-Prem/Cloud), Cisco Spaces (Location Services).
Cisco Client, Cisco Secure Access (SSE), Cisco Umbrella.
Proficient in leveraging RF modeling and simulation software (Visio, and AutoCAD) to drive innovative solutions.
Proven ability to strategically design networks for data, voice, and RTLS, while optimizing and troubleshooting RF systems to ensure exceptional coverage and capacity.
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Information Systems, or a closely related field, providing a solid foundation for technical expertise.
Over 5 years of hands-on experience in RF survey Engineering, with a substantial emphasis on field surveying in complex hospital and office environments, coupled with design proficiency and project leadership.

Nice To Haves

Certifications: Highly regarded certifications such as CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) or CWNP (Certified Wireless Network Professional) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Design, analyze, and optimize complex wireless networks by conducting predictive and pre/post physical site surveys, leveraging cutting-edge tools such as Ekahau and spectrum analyzers.
Proactively troubleshoot performance issues, ensuring outstanding signal propagation and compliance, while executing strategic capacity planning and seamlessly integrating with existing infrastructure.
Engage in RF planning, conduct in-depth data analysis, and collaborate effectively across teams to align technical solutions with overarching business objectives.
Propose changes to existing policies and procedures to ensure operating efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Assist in production issues and incidents and participate in problem and change management forums.
Review enterprise diagrams and recommend wireless related enhancements.
Communicates and consults with technology personnel and advisory groups to administer network wireless infrastructure.
Build trust and develop effective working relationships between Core technology team and constituencies ensuring the office's programs and standards are implemented in a manner consistent with the goals and objectives of the organization.
Operates and maintains wireless networks, tracks significant problems, monitors performance, and performs upgrades to hardware and software as required.
Trains technical staff at the system and building level to follow proper operating procedures necessary to maintain the integrity of the network.
Defines and Maintains documentation regarding wireless network configurations, operating procedures, and service records relating to wireless hardware and software.
Maintains certification in wireless network technology such as Cisco or other relevant technology, and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.