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RF Engineer - 5G C-RAN Integration Project

TEKsystems
$50.00 - $60.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Indiana, Indianapolis
Aug 13, 2025
RF Engineer - 5G C-RAN Integration Project Location: Hybrid \| Indianapolis, IN Client: TEKsystems (Telecom Infrastructure Partner) Employment Type: W2 Contract Duration: Ongoing contract with no defined end date Overview: We're seeking a highly skilled RF Engineer with hands-on experience using the Atoll design platform to support a major 5G C-RAN integration initiative. This hybrid role combines remote design work with occasional field visits, making it ideal for someone who excels in both planning and execution phases of wireless network deployment. Primary Duties and Accountabilities: You'll lead the RF design and integration of new 5G cell sites using Atoll, ensuring optimal coverage, capacity, and performance. Responsibilities include generating propagation models, configuring remote radio heads (RRHs), validating fiber connectivity, and coordinating with centralized RAN controllers. You'll also conduct RF sweeps, troubleshoot interference issues, and ensure all KPIs are met during site turn-up. Your Atoll expertise will be central to creating accurate simulations, optimizing antenna placements, and supporting automatic cell planning. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to document integration procedures and contribute to continuous improvement efforts across the deployment lifecycle. Required Skills and Experience: * Proficiency in Atoll RF planning software for 5G network design * 3+ years of experience in RF engineering, preferably in a telecom field environment * Strong understanding of LTE/5G KPIs, antenna systems, and fiber optics * Experience with RF testing tools (e.g., Anritsu, PIM testers) * Ability to interpret RF design documents and troubleshoot site-level issues * Excellent communication and documentation skills * Willingness to travel to cell sites across the region as needed Preferred Qualifications: * Experience working with major carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) * Familiarity with OSS systems and remote integration platforms * Certifications in RF safety or related telecom standards Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Indianapolis,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.