About Digicel

 

Enabling customers to live, work, play and flourish in a connected world, Digicel’s world class LTE and fibre networks deliver state-of-the-art mobile, home and business solutions.

 

Serving 10 million consumer and business customers in 25 markets in the Caribbean and Central America, its investments of over US$5 billion and a commitment to its communities through its Digicel Foundations in Haiti, Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago have contributed to positive outcomes for over 2 million people to date.

 

With the Better Connected ethos at the heart of everything, its 5,000 employees worldwide work together to make that a powerful reality for customers, communities and countries day in, day out.

 

Digicel also delivers news, sports broadcasting, digital media and financial services in several of its markets.

 

Visit www.digicelgroup.com for more.

 

 

Job Title: Senior Radio Frequency Planning Engineer

 

 

Primary objective of the job: 

 

The Senior Radio Frequency Planning Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective planning and optimization of Digicel's radio frequency (RF) networks. Utilizing your expertise in radio frequency engineering and cutting-edge tools, to contribute to the seamless connectivity and superior performance of our mobile network, delivering an exceptional experience to our customers.

           

 

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

 

Perform radio planning and optimization activities using various tools and software to improve network coverage, capacity, and quality Evaluate potential sites for network deployment, considering technical feasibility, regulatory compliance, and cost-effectiveness Monitor network performance indicators, troubleshoot issues, and propose and implement corrective actions to maintain high-quality service Analyse traffic patterns and forecast capacity requirements to proactively plan for network expansion and upgrades Analyse and manage spectrum allocation to ensure optimal utilization and compliance with regulatory requirements Continually review, maintain and update network configuration baselines RF Network project rollout support (project plan input, RND, troubleshoot, optimise, acceptance review, handover to operations)

 

 

Academic Qualifications and Experience Required:

 

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in RF planning, optimization, and performance management in a mobile phone network environment. In-depth knowledge of 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies, network architecture, and protocols. Proficiency in RF planning tools, such as Atoll, Planet, iBwave, or similar software. Experience with Drive testing (Nemo, Azenqos, Echo or equivalent) Experience in site selection, planning and acceptance Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to RF spectrum and mobile network infrastructure

 

 

Functional Skills:

 

RF Network Design and Planning (2G,3G,4G & 5G TDD and FDD) Network Simulation, Modelling & model tuning Drive testing: conduct, coordinate and analyse Parameter optimisation: Design and implementing capacity and KPI improvement strategies using parameter tuning, handover optimization, and interference mitigation, etc Frequency Planning and Spectrum Management Cross Technology & Vendor Integrations (2G,3G,4G,5G for Ericsson, ZTE, Huawei, Nokia) Technical Documentation and reporting

 

 

DISCLAIMER:

 

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.  Incumbent may and probably will be asked to perform other duties as required.  Each employee, regardless of classification, is required to maintain a safe, orderly and clean workplace, using safety precautions and observing safety rules at all times.