We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Regional Operations Department within the Technology Division.
In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:
Senior Wimax Planning Engineer
Ref: TECHNOLOGY_SWPE__SEP _2012
Reporting to the Senior Manager-RAN Optimization, the position holder will assist in the analysis and design of WiMAX systems in 3.5/3.3/2.6/2.5 GHz using specific Atoll RF planning tools including capacity and frequency planning and proposes optimization techniques through field work.
All these include but not limited to: Interference analysis, Coverage mapping, Link Budget calculations, Profiles Calculation for LOS, Selection of Best sites through analysis of topographical maps; and preparation of BOQ rd.
The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:
Assist the analysis and design of WiMAX systems in 3.5GHz using specific RF planning tools;
Execution of RF designs for specific markets including capacity and frequency planning and proposes optimization techniques through field work;
Use of Atoll RF planning tools in design of WiMAX;
Use of RF propagation models for use in designing WiMAX networks;
Selection of Best sites through Analysis of topographical maps for sites selection according to coverage;
Interference analysis;
Engineering Design;
Coverage mapping;
Link budget calculations;
Profiles calculation for LOS;
Microwave Links RF calculations and design.
The ideal candidate should possess the following skills & competencies:
Min 2 years of RF network design experience with leading roles as a network planner;
Bachelors of Electrical and Electronic Engineering or communications Engineering Degree;
Specific experience in using commercial RF network planning tools for Wireless Broadband
Working knowledge of IEEE 802.16 standards;
WiMAX Forum Certification is a plus;
Basic understanding of RF propagation models and their application for Wireless Broadband;
Knowledge with RF measurement equipment (spectrum analyzer, power meter, etc.);
Prior RF/microwave experience with a wireless service provider;
Basic understanding and hands-on experience with RF instrumentation and lab tools;
Basic RF systems engineering knowledge and analytical skills;
Experience in operation of cell sites: installation, verification and RF optimization;
Computer Proficiency;
Team Work;
Confidence;
Communications skills
Analytical Thinking, Organized and Goal Oriented
Ability to work under pressure and with tight timelines
Note: This position is located Western Region of Kenya and the offices are based in Kisumu-Kiboswa area.
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.
The deadline for application is Thursday 20th September, 2012.
The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to: hr@safaricom.co.ke
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