RF Network Engineer

Trilliant offers a universal communications platform that is at the convergence of the smart grid, smart city, and global Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) applications. We bring together multi-technology solutions, global capabilities, and mission-critical communications to deliver future-proof solutions.

We are a device-agnostic, integrated, multi-technology communication platform that provides flexibility to balance technological capabilities with economic needs. Trilliant is committed to best-in-class solutions that empower our customers and their customers to connect to the world of things

We are an equal-opportunity employer offering comprehensive benefits and compensation packages with a selection of insurance programs. We have dynamic and collaborative work environments with some of the brightest employees in the world. We invest in people and provide opportunities for our employees to grow hand in hand with our business .

Job Description:

The RF Network Engineer is responsible for the design, deployment, optimization, and support of wireless communication networks. This role works closely with customers, project teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver reliable RF network solutions throughout the project lifecycle, from technical evaluation and network design through deployment and ongoing operational support.

The ideal candidate brings a blend of RF engineering, networking, and field deployment experience, along with strong analytical, troubleshooting, and customer-facing communication skills. The successful candidate will support network planning, perform field surveys and testing, analyze network performance, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, commission, and optimize RF communication networks to meet customer and business requirements.
• Perform RF network planning, propagation analysis, coverage modeling, field surveys, and site assessments.
• Configure, test, and validate network devices and support successful system deployment and commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot RF, networking, connectivity, and performance issues using diagnostic tools and field data.
• Monitor network performance and recommend improvements to enhance reliability, coverage, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Product, Delivery, Support, Sales, and customer teams to develop and implement effective technical solutions.
• Support customer meetings, technical evaluations, pilots, proposals, workshops, and deployment activities.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, network designs, test results, reports, and deployment standards.

Position Requirements:

• 3-7 years of experience in RF networking, wireless communications, telecommunications, IT networking, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of RF fundamentals, including propagation, antenna systems, interference analysis, link budgets, and wireless network performance.
• Experience with RF network planning, site surveys, testing, deployment, commissioning, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with wireless technologies such as mesh networks, cellular, LPWAN, point-to-point, or point-to-multipoint systems.
• Solid understanding of IP networking, including routing, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls, and backhaul connectivity.
• Experience using RF modeling tools, GIS platforms, network management systems, and data analysis tools.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and customer engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree, diploma, or equivalent education in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Communications Engineering, Networking, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent) is a plus
• CompTIA Network+ or related networking certifications is a plus
• Relevant RF, wireless networking, cloud, or cybersecurity certifications is a plus