Etisalat Nigeria Vacancy : Senior Engineer-RF Planning & Optimization

Etisalat Nigeria is recruiting for the position of a Senior Engineer-RF Planning & Optimization  Division: Engineering Reports To: Manager-RF Planning & Optimization Job Summary: Analyze, design, implement, optimize and enhance wireless telecommunications networks Conduct link budget analysis and system dimensioning for coverage and capacity, including traffic analysis, initial system design and dimensioning, coverage planning, site identification, evaluation, frequency planning, interference analysis and optimization Principal Functions; - Take charge of radio planning and optimization of assigned BSC areas in accordance with Etisalat Nigeria guidelines - Ensure quality of network in assigned area and coordinate with all stakeholders from Implementation and O&M to achieve same - Proactive radio capacity planning and resource management - Attaining agreed cell level, BSC/RNC level, and Network level KPIs (2G and 3G) 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 Deployment of leading edge technology & solutions as defined and approved by Etisalat Nigeria - Work with Manager-RF Planning & Optimization to understand the RF design, cluster definition, customer expectation, and network configuration - Study RF design coverage maps and identify problem areas in terms of coverage, interference, or pilot pollution - Perform sanity checks on antenna configuration - Ensure that the Methods and Procedures handbook on optimization is followed correctly and optimization procedures implemented are consistent with Etisalat Nigeria recommendations - Keep 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 Educational Requirements: - First degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronic/ Telecommunications Engineering or any other relevant discipline Experience & Skills: - Minimum of four (4) years directly relevant post-NYSC work experience (GSM/ UMTS) including demonstration of: - Strong technical, analytical and documentation skills - Advanced knowledge of GSM/ GPRS/ EDGE & UMTS radio planning and optimization tools - Good understanding of planning and configuration principles - Exceptional presentation skills - Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office tools - Good Time management skills - Strong communications skills APPLY ONLINE HERE