Radio Frequency Engineer

3D-P is a leading provider of technology-based products and services to the resources industry. We are seeking a Radio Frequency (“RF”) Engineer to assist with the ongoing design and support of wireless networks. This role is part of the Global Delivery Team and reports directly to the Manager of Delivery and Support.

Overview

The RF Engineer is responsible for the design and development of backhaul, distribution and client layers by using different technologies and vendors to provide a quality solution to 3D-P customers, while working under the oversight of the existing RF engineering team. This is a highly technical role that interfaces directly with customers for pre- and post-sales support, with Delivery specialists for deployment and with Project Management for the scheduling of service engagements.

Radio Propagation planning, modeling, technical report writing, and spatial data processing (using GIS software) are key activities for this role. The ideal candidate is self-motivated with exemplary attention to detail.

Specific Duties

• Travels to mine sites and conducts site surveys; RF propagation/interference studies, assessment of existing infrastructure, and completion of a site survey checklist.
• Development of wireless network architectures for mining clients.
• Assists the Customer Engagement Team with the development of a Site Assessment, and the creation of the associated rough order of magnitude Bill of Materials and wireless network design.
• Process and edit topographic information to build RF models with up-to-date client information.
• Responsible for the creation of detailed network designs, including infrastructure placement, back haul links, Frequency Plans, Bill of Materials, and test plan documents.
• Develops Work Package documents for the installation team.
• Provides ad hoc professional services (consulting) as required.
• Responsible for the accurate completion of all deployment process documentation and for assisting in the formulation of new processes.
• Accompanies Customer Engagement Team member on customer meetings as required, providing technical expertise on 3D-P products, and assists sales and Product Management in the development of responses to RFI’s, RFP’s, etc.
• Assists in providing technical support to clients where required

Key Competencies

• Ability to work independently with a safety-first mindset
• Accountability and ownership of tasks assigned to meet dates and expectations.
• Desired experience and understanding of:
• Radio test equipment (spectrum analyzers, protocol analyzers)
• Basic networking: IP addressing, VLANs, protocols
• Radio propagation modeling
• System reliability analysis
• Engineering degree (Masters preferred) with APEGA P. Eng eligibility and specialization in wireless/telecommunications.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to learn a variety of radio modeling tools:
• Pathloss
• GlobalMapper
• LTE knowledge is an asset

Working Conditions

This position is based out of the 3D-P Calgary office, however both office and field-based work will be required after the initial training period. Periodic travel is required both domestically and internationally. Candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada and possess a valid Canadian passport.

Come and join the pioneers of broadband wireless data in mining. 3D-P is an equal opportunity employer and especially encourages women, First Nations/Metis/Inuit, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Research shows that women and other underrepresented groups may be inclined to apply only if they meet 100% of the criteria of a job posting. If you have passion and intelligence and possess a technical knack (even if you’re missing some of the above competencies), we encourage you to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Calgary, AB T2E8Y4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you eligible to obtain or do you have your P. Eng in Alberta?

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)

Experience:

• wireless network: 1 year (preferred)