Senior Engineer, RF Planning & Optimisation at Etisalat Nigeria

Posted on Thu 30th Oct, 2014 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

Etisalat's vision is a world where people's reach is not limited by matter or distance; a world where people will effortlessly stay in touch with family and friends; a world where businesses of all sizes can reach new markets without the limitations of distance and travel.

Etisalat Nigeria is recruiting to fill the below position of:

Job Title: Senior Engineer, RF Planning & Optimisation

Location:
Abuja, NG

Job Summary

Responsible for the analysis, design, implementation, optimization and enhancement of wireless telecommunications networks in assigned business area.

Principal Functions
  • Monitor Radio planning and optimization of assigned BSC areas in accordance with Etisalat guidelines
  • Ensure quality of network in assigned area coordinates with all stakeholders from Implementation and O and M to achieve same.
  • Participate in radio capacity planning and resource management
  • Ensure agreed cell level, BSC/RNC level, and Network level KPIs (2G and 3G) are not lower than defined thresholds
  • Lead special projects e.g. technical trials/feature testing
  • Ensure accuracy in reporting and presentation of all technical plans
  • Assist with the deployment of leading edge technology and solutions as defined and approved by Etisalat
  • Work with RF Planning Manager to understand the RF design, cluster definition, customer expectation, and network configuration in assigned area
  • Study RF design coverage maps and identify problem areas in terms of coverage, interference, or pilot pollution.
  • Perform sanity check on antenna configuration.
  • Ensure the methods and procedures handbook on optimization is followed correctly and optimization procedures implemented are consistent with Etisalat guidelines.
  • Maintain up-to-date documentation of optimization-related actions; also maintain archives of all collected data.
  • Request drive tests, analyze data, and recommend network changes as applicable
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by Manager, RF Planning and Optimisation
Educational Requirements
First degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronic/Telecommunication

Experience, Skills & Competencies
  • Three (3) to Five (5) years relevant work experience
  • Advance knowledge of GSM/GPRS/EDGE & UMTS radio planning & optimization tools
  • In depth understanding of planning and configuration principles
  • Network Planning and Design
  • Radio Access Technologies
  • Problem Solving
  • Presentation skills
  • Communication
  • Teaming
  • Passion for Excellence
  • Integrity
  • Empowering people
  • Growing people
  • Team work
  • Customer Focus
Application Closing Date
Not Stated

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online