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
Click to apply on or before 23rd August 2012
