Engineer-RF - III

  • Houston, TX
  • Posted 3 days ago | Updated 11 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Hardware Installation
Preventive Maintenance
Performance Management
RFDS
Enhanced 9-1-1
Adobe AIR
eXist
Project Management
Macros
Regulatory Compliance
SPM
RF
EME
Reporting
MapInfo
ArcGIS
Mapping
Presentations
Spectrum
RF Engineering
SAP BASIS
Law
IT Service Management
Innovation
Collaboration
Recruiting
Insurance
Finance
Professional Development
Training
Leadership
CompTIA
Customer Service
Career Counseling
Apex
Oracle Application Express

Job Details

Job#: 2078787

Job Description:

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Position: RF Engineer III

Location: Houston, TX

Onsite Requirement: Hybrid

13 Month initial contract, potential to extend up to 30 months

Description:

Targeted Years of Experience: 3+ years in RF Design

Responsibilities:
  • Capacity or Modification list provided to engineer. Based on this list, create the needed polygon for a small cell cluster, search ring for a macro solution, and review the existing site hardware configuration to determine what modifications would be needed to meet the objective.
  • Review designs with system performance, and update Atoll with any requested changes. Notify PM of new Nodes or changes created to the design. Create a Fuze project per site and/or node, with specific information that can be given to Real Estate.
  • Review Candidates. Work directly with RE on prioritizing candidates, and attend necessary implementation meetings prior to site walk.
  • Attend the site walk on the best candidate, and finalize all details.
  • Complete as-needed tasks in Fuze under Candidate Selection.
  • Finalize Modification and Carrier Add Designs.
  • Complete as-needed tasks under RFDS Selection including adding the final design.
  • Staying Compliant: Atoll final Updates/911 Submission/Regulatory Submissions: Complete outstanding regulatory items and documents as needed. Learn how to use RAVE and IXUS, or knowledge of RF Safety tools. Able to read and understand third-party EME studies. Work on Land Lord Letters.
  • Assign Cell ID and PCIs for the macro/small cells, and enter in Atoll, and create CQ for building the site using internal tools.
  • Submitting E911: check the accuracy of Atoll prior to submitting and following up on TVW creation and checking the internal CART tool to ensure Phase 2 E911 is set up correctly.
  • Working with the performance team to understand their area if there are design restrictions on the loading or rent increases.
  • Atoll is used daily to create new builds and modifications to existing cell sites. Along with updating the sites with the correct translations, power settings, equipment, and activating when the site comes on air.
  • Review the 48-hour milestone status when the As Built data is different from the Design (reviewing closeout packages). Work with Construction if huge discrepancies exist.
  • Activate in all Tools as needed, especially in Atoll.
  • Working with project management, construction, and real estate on a daily basis to keep projects going if problems or questions need to be resolved.


MUST HAVE SKILLS (Most Important):
  • Atoll experience - Must know how to create new sites, copy old sites, and add carriers. Understand the differences in the tables.
  • RF design experience in Macro Mods, Initial Builds for Small Cells and Macros.
  • C-Band design experience.
  • Must have a good understanding of FCC compliance standards and follow our steps in staying compliant with all RF designs and regulatory submissions.

DESIRED SKILLS:
  • Highly recommended to have some experience with Verizon tools: Fuze SPM, Conquest for the RF portion of the CQ, Canvas, and SPM Reporting.
  • IXUS RF Safety Software or other EME reporting tools.
  • MapInfo or ArcGIS mapping tools for presentations.
  • Understanding of 5G C-Band spectrum

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

BS Degree or equivalent work experience in RF Engineering.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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