Based in Garland, Texas, the RF Solutions Engineer will operate on-site with BearCom to deliver end-to-end RF and systems solutions across multiple technology domains, including RF, BDA/DAS, LMR, PLTE, Video, and Microwave. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least five years of RF design or engineering experience, with a compensation range of USD 89,582 to 117,665 per year.
This position emphasizes consulting, engineering excellence, and project delivery, often on large-scale deployments that require cross-functional collaboration with sales and engineering teams.
Responsibilities
- Provide systems solutions consulting, engineering, and project delivery with expertise in at least two of these areas: Radio; BDA/DAS; LMR; PLTE; Video; Microwave
- Develop large-scale designs for multi-technology solutions on projects exceeding $250K
- Deliver highly technical business presentations to customers
- Gather information, research vendor technologies, and perform systems integration to create robust solutions
- Design RF systems and conduct RF propagation analyses
- Prepare and maintain project documents throughout the lifecycle, including project plans, action logs, risk and issue registers, schedules, cost estimates, budgets, and invoicing milestones
- Create project charts, conceptual and detailed designs, network diagrams, floor plans, rack layouts, bills of materials, and other design documents
- Utilize site survey results to define system requirements, including RF data collection
- Model indoor propagation and capacity to determine antenna placements and equipment needs
- Apply requirements for multiple operating systems and develop BOMs
- Review and approve final design construction documents
- Design and integrate communications systems to meet customers' business requirements
- Produce consolidated, user-friendly documentation including prediction models and BOMs using standard office tools
- Provide as-built design details after coverage tests are completed
- Collaborate with sales executives, sales engineers, and other systems engineers
- Mentor junior designers and engineers and cross-train colleagues
- Ensure projects run on time, within budget, and meet specifications and quality standards
- Manage customer relationships and maintain project confidence
- Interface with the sales team on the technical design of projects involving two-way radio, DAS BDA, Video, and LTE networks
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications, Wireless or related field, or PE certification, with 5 years of relevant RF design/engineering experience
- Current iBwave Level 2 Certification
- Knowledge of electricity, electronics, telecommunications, radio communications, networking, video, and wireless principles
- Ability to investigate complex problems and implement improvements with cross-functional teams
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings
- Experience with RF system design and implementation, including antennas and filtering
- Experience with systems solutions consulting, engineering practices, processes, and project delivery
- Familiarity with the general construction industry and practices
- Familiarity with the life cycle of a project and MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Project, Visio)
- Ability to read, interpret, explain, and act on technical documents and contracts
- Commitment to policies and ethical responsibilities, including confidentiality and conflicts of interest
- Ability to work under time pressures and manage multiple deadlines
- Willingness to work additional hours as needed
- Proficiency with office equipment and a computer-based work environment
- Ability to work with high visual acuity and attention to detail, with capability to handle equipment up to 25 pounds
- Travel up to 10% as needed
- Drug screenings and background checks may be required
Technologies
- Adobe PDF
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Visio
- iBwave
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life and short/long-term disability insurance
- Paid holidays
- Generous paid time off
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Employee referral bonus
- Tuition reimbursement
About BearCom
BearCom stands as the largest distributor of wireless voice, data, and video solutions in North America, backed by more than four decades of industry leadership. The company maintains partnerships with brands such as Motorola, JVC Kenwood, and Avigilon, among others, and operates through a network of more than 75 branches across North America.
