ETISALAT NIGERIA JOBS IN LAGOS, TUESDAY 8, MAY 2012

ENGINEER-RF PLANNING & OPTIMIZATION
ETISALAT NIGERIA IN LAGOS
DIVISION: ENGINEERING
REPORTS TO: Manager-RF Planning & Optimization
JOB SUMMARY:
Conduct site survey visits and antenna model reviews
Work with other functional groups within access management and understand dependencies in RF deployment. Liaise with RF vendors to ensure that RF processes are followed and escalate any issues identified to the Manager-RF Planning & Optimization


PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS;
Assist with radio site planning and optimization of assigned BSC areas in accordance with Etisalat Nigeria guidelines
Assist in ensuring 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
Attain agreed Optimization KPIs such as SDCCH, TCH & DCR levels lower than defined thresholds
Participate in special projects e.g. technical trials, temporary sites
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 Senior Engineer-RF Planning 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 in consistency 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 two (2) years directly relevant post-NYSC work experience (GSM/ CDMA/ UMTS) including demonstration of:

Strong technical, analytical and documentation skills
Good understanding of GSM radio planning & optimization tools
Good understanding of planning and configuration principles
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office tools
Good Time management skills
Strong communications skills

CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://career.etisalat.com.ng/career/job/115/engineer-rf-planning-optimization-at-etisalat-nigeria/

DEADLINE: 11th May 2012.