Jobs · Engineering · Texas

RF Propagation and Modeling Engineer

Nokia · Plano, TX · 2 wk ago
HybridEngineeringFull-time

About the role

We are seeking an experienced RF engineer to join our dynamic team and make a significant impact on wireless communication systems. This role provides an excellent platform to work with diverse engineering teams and stay at the forefront of wireless technology advancements.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and calibrate RF propagation models for Wi-Fi, 5G NR, and NTN bands.
  • Conduct propagation studies, evaluating path loss, fading, and atmospheric effects.
  • Generate wireless coverage predictions and heatmaps for various scenarios.
  • Analyze RF coverage and perform capacity planning for industrial and mission-critical systems.
  • Model and optimize end-to-end throughput performance under different RF conditions.
  • Design wireless networks to meet coverage, capacity, and throughput objectives.
  • Build and maintain simulation environments for propagation analysis.
  • Conduct field surveys and validate propagation models with measurement data.
  • Develop automation tools for RF analysis and data visualization.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including RF design and systems engineering.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Telecom/Wireless Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Physics.
  • 5+ years of experience in RF engineering, propagation modeling, or wireless network planning.
  • Expertise in electromagnetic wave propagation, RF fundamentals, and antenna theory.
  • Proficiency in Python and MATLAB for programming and analytics tasks.
  • Experience with Wi-Fi, 5G NR, NTN, and mission-critical wireless technologies.
  • Knowledge of RF planning tools and GIS mapping systems is an asset.
  • Familiarity with geospatial analysis, digital terrain modeling, and LiDAR-based propagation analysis techniques.
  • Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex RF data.
  • Excellent technical communication and documentation abilities.
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering teams and customer-facing roles.

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