Wireless Design Engineer

Connect44 is a company that truly values its employees and fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Position Overview

Design Engineer role is responsible for designing and optimizing wireless infrastructure, including radio networks, antennas, and transmission systems, to meet coverage, capacity, and quality.

Job location: United Kingdom, Manchester, Greater Manchester

Available Positions: 1 position

Job type: Permanent

Job Ref. Number: WDE120226

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review designs for wireless telecom projects including site layouts, schematics, and equipment configurations.
• Perform radio planning and RF propagation modelling for 4G/5G and other wireless technologies.
• Assess site surveys and environmental constraints to inform design solutions.
• Liaise with vendors and field teams to ensure build feasibility and compliance with standards.
• Produce detailed CAD drawings, bills of materials, and documentation for construction and installation.
• Validate network performance metrics through simulations and post-deployment testing.
• Collaborate with Design managers, and overseas departments throughout the project.

Skills & Experience

• Strong understanding of RF engineering, cell planning, and site acquisition workflows.
• Experience with design tools like AutoCAD, GIS, and propagation software (e.g., Atoll, Planet).
• Knowledge of relevant wireless technologies and standards (e.g. LTE, 5G, IoT).
• Ideally previous experience in VMo2 projects, but not essential.
• Familiarity with telecoms regulations, health and safety requirements, and design codes.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field preffered.
• Professional certification in wireless systems or network design is a plus.

Why Connect44?

• Join a growing Build Department and be on the ground floor to expand Connect44 Build.
• Flat Hierarchy and quick decision making.