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FETCO® · 1 day ago

Wireless & Network Engineer

Columbus,OH,US

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

6+ years exp

FETCO® is a company that values its people and fosters a collaborative work environment focused on innovation and professional growth. They are seeking a Wireless & Network Engineer who will be responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of wireless and RF-based networks, ensuring high-performance connectivity and security standards.

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Responsibilities

Wireless & RF Network Design and Management

Design, deploy, and support enterprise-grade wireless and RF-based networks, including Wi-Fi, DAS, private LTE/5G, and related wireless technologies

Perform RF site surveys (passive, active, and predictive), spectrum analysis, and capacity planning to ensure optimal coverage, performance, and reliability

Create detailed wireless and RF designs using heat mapping, propagation modeling, and predictive planning tools (e.g., Ekahau, AirMagnet, iBwave, or similar)

Analyze RF environments to identify interference sources, noise, attenuation, and coverage gaps; recommend and implement corrective actions

Validate wireless and RF deployments through post-install surveys and performance testing

Wireless Operations & Optimization

Configure, tune, and optimize wireless systems including access points, controllers, radios, antennas, and associated infrastructure

Troubleshoot complex wireless and RF issues related to connectivity, roaming, latency, interference, and throughput

Monitor wireless network health, RF performance, and capacity; produce reports and recommendations for ongoing improvements

Stay current on emerging wireless standards, RF technologies, and best practices

Security & Standards

Implement and maintain wireless security standards and best practices (e.g., WPA2/3-Enterprise, 802.1X, RADIUS, segmentation)

Support secure design principles across wireless and RF deployments, including compliance with customer and regulatory requirements

Assist in responding to wireless-related security incidents and performance degradation events

General Networking & Collaboration

Collaborate with wired network teams on LAN/WAN integration to ensure seamless end-to-end connectivity

Assist with configuration and troubleshooting of switches, routers, and firewalls as they relate to wireless and RF solutions

Provide technical guidance and escalation support to internal teams and customers

Document wireless and RF designs, configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting methodologies

Participate in on-call or escalation rotations as required

Qualification

Wi-Fi network designRF technology expertiseNetwork security principlesCWNA certificationWi-Fi vendor platformsScripting skillsProblem solvingCollaboration