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About BearCom:

• Largest Distributor of Wireless Voice, Data, and Video Solutions in North America
• 40+ Years Industry-Leading Experience
• Partnerships with Motorola, JVC Kenwood, Avigilon, +More
• 75+ Branches Across North America

We are looking for Senior RF Solutions Engineers to perform systems and solutions consulting support and project delivery through the systems delivery lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Systems solutions consulting, engineering, and systems project delivery with expertise in 3 or more of the following areas:
  • Radio
  • BDA/DAS
  • LMR
  • PLTE
  • Video
  • Microwave
  • RAN
• Deliver highly technical, multi technology business presentations to customers.
• Develop systems solutions by gathering information, researching different vendor technologies, and performing systems integration work.
• Mentor other BearCom designers and engineers.
• Cross train team members and solution designers from other technologies
• Work with Sales and Service to promote the value of the Solution Design team, and ensure proper billing is applied to projects
• Create and maintain project documents used throughout the systems delivery lifecycle project plan, actions log, risk and issue registers, schedules, cost estimates, budgets, milestone tracking for invoicing, etc.
• Prepare project charts, conceptual and detail system designs, network diagrams, floor plans, rack layouts, bills of materials, and project documents.
• Utilize site survey results to develop identify requirements for system design, including RF data collection
• Model indoor propagation and capacity to determine antenna placement and equipment needs
• Work with third party DAS providers to review existing designs and recommend any design changes
• Understand and apply requirements for multiple operating systems
• Develop system equipment and build of materials list
• Review and approve final design construction documents
• Design and integrate communications systems to support our customers' business requirements.
• Develop and deliver consolidated user-friendly documentation that includes prediction models with an associated build of materials using standard office applications such as Adobe PDF, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
• Deliver final as-built design details following receipt of coverage test results.
• Liaise with sales executives, sales engineers, and other systems engineers.
• Ensure assigned projects are running on time and within budget and in alignment with specifications and quality requirements.
• Manage customer relationships and ensure project confidence.
• Liaise with cross-functional Interface teams regarding large project designs.
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications, Wireless, Radio Communications, Computers, or PE certification with 10 years of proven work experience as an RF (Radio Frequency) Designer or Engineer or similar role
• Current iBwave Level 3 Certification
• Knowledge of electricity, electronics, telecommunications, radio communications, networking, video, and wireless principles preferred.
• Investigate and solve complex problems and implement related work improvements with cross functional team members.
• Solid understanding of current wireless technologies, e.g. DMR, P25, UMTS and LTE, including link budgets, relevant switch parameters, time delay considerations, and KPIs.
• Understanding of RF propagation modeling tools.
• Read and interpret architectural drawings
• Understanding of RF system design and implementation including antennas and filtering.
• Experience with systems solutions consulting, engineering practices, processes, and project delivery.
• Familiarity with general construction industry and practices.
• Knowledge of the life cycle of a project
• Experience with MS Office skills including Word, Excel, Project, and Visio.
• Ability to write, read, interpret, explain and act based on a thorough understanding of technical documents, engineering materials and contracts or related documents.
• Consistently demonstrates a commitment to policies and procedures, including but not limited to, attendance, confidentiality, conflicts of interest and ethical responsibilities.
• Perform work under time schedules and stress which are normally periodic or cyclical, including time sensitive deadlines, intellectual challenges, and project management deadlines.
• May require working additional hours beyond normal schedule.
• Use machines, tools, equipment, and work aids include PCs, printers, copiers, faxes, and other equipment commonly associated with an office work area.
• Work is generally performed in an office environment; you must be able to operate a computer keyboard and view a video display terminal more than 75% of work time, including prolonged periods of time.
• Utilizing high visual acuity/detail, numeric/character distinction and moderate hand/finger dexterity. The movement and transportation of equipment most of the time is under 25 pounds.
• Travel will be required on an as needed basis and may be up to 10%
• Drug screenings and background checks are part of the hiring process, which may include a Motor Vehicle Record check

Benefits:

BearCom wants to elevate your professional growth! We place high value in investing in the development of our team members and advancing your technical capabilities. BearCom can provide extensive on-the-job training, and covers all fees associated with most professional certifications.

You'll also receive:

• Highly Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life, Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Matching 401k Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement