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You will be responsible for producing practical, high quality RF designs that meet EME and ACMA requirements while supporting successful construction, integration and network performance.\nThe role will see you collaborate closely with project managers, designers, engineers, field crews, RF assessors, equipment vendors and clients. You will also provide technical support during construction and As Built activities to help ensure sites are delivered in accordance with RF designs and minimise network performance issues and rework.\nKey responsibilities include\nCompleting preliminary and detailed RF site designs and RF plumbing designs\n\nEnsuring designs comply with EME and ACMA requirements\n\nSupporting site inspections, scoping activities, design visits, HSE activities and quality audits\n\nCoordinating RF design activities in line with project schedules\n\nSupporting field teams with troubleshooting, commissioning, integration and network performance issues\n\nReviewing site performance KPIs to identify installation or hardware issues\n\nMaintaining engineering standards, templates and project documentation\n\nProviding accurate and timely progress reporting to project stakeholders\n\nSupporting a Right First Time approach to quality and helping minimise rework caused by RF design issues\n\nWhat we’re looking for\nYou will be an experienced RF Engineer with strong Australian telecommunications experience and the ability to manage multiple concurrent designs in a fast paced project environment.\nYou will bring\nA tertiary qualification in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering or an equivalent discipline\n\nAt least three years of Australian radio network design experience\n\nStrong experience developing RF plumbing diagrams using Visio\n\nExperience with PRD inputs and EME mitigation solutions\n\nExtensive knowledge and application of ARPANSA RPS3 and AMTA Base Station Design Guidelines\n\nKnowledge of ACMA registration requirements and restrictions\n\nAdvanced experience using RFNSA and RF Map2\n\nExperience with RF planning tools such as Atoll and Asset\n\nExperience with Ericsson, Nokia or Huawei RAN OSS and performance management tools\n\nCapability with GIS platforms including Nearmap, MapInfo and Google Earth\n\nThe ability to analyse network performance KPIs and identify issues including faulty hardware, RTWP, PIM, MIMO and swapped feeders\n\nExperience across LTE, 5G NR, radio network optimisation, radio propagation modelling, massive MIMO, beam forming or 5G integration would be highly regarded. Knowledge of SAED processes and private wireless networks across areas such as rail, smart metering, IoT, mining or defence will also be advantageous.\n\nYou will also bring strong communication, analytical and problem solving skills, sound organisation and time management capability, and an ability to build effective relationships across multidisciplinary teams.\nWhat we offer\nAt Downer, we are committed to creating an environment where our people can build their skills, develop their careers and contribute to the delivery of important infrastructure and services.\nYou will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced telecommunications professionals on technically challenging projects and contribute to the continued evolution of wireless network infrastructure.\nAbout Energy & Utilities\nOur Energy & Utilities business provides end to end infrastructure solutions across Australia and New Zealand. We work with our customers to deliver essential services and infrastructure while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and operational performance.\nHow to apply\nIf you are an experienced RF Engineer looking to apply your technical expertise across 4G and 5G telecommunications projects, we encourage you to apply.\nDowner is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.\nPlease submit your application through the advertised vacancy and include an up to date resume outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.\nPlease note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. 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