Jacobs · 17 hours ago
Senior RF/Commuications Engineer
Morristown, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$155K/yr - $175K/yr
15+ years expJacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for thriving cities and resilient environments. As a Senior RF/Communications Engineer, you will provide design and engineering execution for various projects, ensuring effective communication systems and technologies are implemented successfully.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
Responsibilities
Provide design and engineering execution of small/medium/large projects
Represent Jacobs at our clients
Work with internal and external staff
Be responsible for design and implementation of technology-based systems on a design-bid-build, design build, or turnkey basis
Assist with the monitoring and reporting of project progress
Development of project invoices
Development of project deliverables
Pursue business development opportunities
Lead development of project bids including development of technical proposals, schedules and budgets
Qualification
Required
BS or MS in communications, electrical engineering
A minimum of 15 years of post-graduate years of experience with demonstrated progression of responsibility including design, engineering, and implementation experience
Experience working with teams comprised of multiple technical disciplines to execute technical work plans while maintaining project budgets and schedules
Experience in RF installations and evaluating the clients' field communication needs
Background in systems testing and commissioning
Knowledge of and practical working experience in the design and implementation of RF communications systems technologies and their applications
RF/Wireless infrastructure design and/or optimization experience supporting Radio (RF)/ Wireless systems with experience in LTE, 5G NR, Wi-Fi and/or LMR networks for above ground, in-building, and underground applications
Knowledge of and practical working experience with Microsoft Office productivity suite including Word, Excel, Visio, Project, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of and practical working experience with software programs to include, but not limited to RF Modeling software such as iBwave, LMR Planner, EDX, etc
IBwave Design Certification (Level 2 minimum)
Candidate must have a valid driver's license, have a vehicle available and have the ability to travel within the Northeast or as required
Candidate must be willing to travel on occasion and as required by the projects and adhere to Jacobs Policies and procedures
May occasionally be required to work outdoors in various geographic regions and in wide variety of weather conditions and facilities
May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of equipment
May be required to traverse underground tunnel and railroad right of way environments
Candidate must recognize the need and be willing to work non-business hours as required. This may involve nights and weekends
Preferred
EIT or P.E. preferred
Experience with iBwave software
Network design experience supporting RF – Tetra, 7/8/900, V/UHF Radio, 4/5G, etc
RF over Fiber designs
Structured cabling infrastructure, grounding, telecommunications equipment room, and Data Center designs
Knowledge of and practical working experience with applicable codes, standards, and regulations to include IEEE, FCC, ADA, NEC, NFPA, and others as it pertains to communications systems designs
Primavera or other scheduling software, ProjectWise, SharePoint, or other web-based data sharing programs/applications
Benefits
Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
A 401(k) plan
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan
Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
Seven paid holidays
Caregiver leave
Merit increases
Performance discretionary bonus
Stock
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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