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Canonical

Telco Cloud Field Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Mobile Packet Core (4G/5G), Private Network, Radio Access Network (RAN), Voice, IP Backbone, VAS or ... such as network optimization, predictive maintenance, unified communication, and customer ...

Elutions

Domain Engineer

Chicago, IL

... training is available. ** Entry Level Candidates are Encouraged to Apply!!!** General ... Be comfortable with data pattern recognition and energy optimization algorithms. * Provide 2ndtier ...

Elutions

Domain Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

... training is available. ** Entry Level Candidates are Encouraged to Apply!!!** General ... Be comfortable with data pattern recognition and energy optimization algorithms. * Provide 2nd tier ...

Elutions

Domain Engineer

Chicago, IL · Remote

... training is available. ** Entry Level Candidates are Encouraged to Apply!!!** General ... Be comfortable with data pattern recognition and energy optimization algorithms. * Provide 2ndtier ...

Gotion, Inc.

Junior Equipment Engineer

Manteno, IL

... and optimization of manufacturing equipment used in lithium battery cell production. Working ... This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for an early-career engineer seeking to build ...

Adecco

Manufacturing Engineer

Gary, IN

$35/hr

NOT senior, NOT entry-level * Medical device manufacturing (ideal) * Automotive manufacturing ... Process optimization NICE TO HAVE * Medical device / FDA knowledge * SolidWorks * Plastic injection ...

Gotion, Inc.

Junior Equipment Engineer

Manteno, IL · On-site

... and optimization of manufacturing equipment used in lithium battery cell production. Working ... This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for an early-career engineer seeking to build ...

Darwill, Inc.

Machine Learning Engineer

Villa Park, IL · On-site

This is not an entry-level position, and it is not a principal or architect-level role.. Location ... Strong SQL skills (complex queries, joins, window functions, optimization) * Experience building ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level ran optimization engineer in Chicago, IL is $71,453.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,100.00 and $80,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Ran Optimization Engineer vs Network Optimization Technician?

AspectEntry Level Ran Optimization EngineerNetwork Optimization Technician
CredentialsBachelor's in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related fieldAssociate's or Bachelor's in Networking, Telecommunications, or related field
Work EnvironmentTelecom companies, network providers, field and office settingsTelecom companies, network service providers, field and lab environments
Industry UsageCommonly used in mobile network planning and optimizationUsed in maintaining and troubleshooting network performance

Entry Level Ran Optimization Engineers focus on optimizing radio access network parameters to improve coverage and capacity, often working with LTE/5G networks. Network Optimization Technicians handle network performance issues, troubleshooting, and maintenance. While both roles require telecommunications knowledge, the Engineer role emphasizes planning and optimization, whereas Technicians focus on operational support and problem resolution.

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5G/LTE Network Engineer I

5G/LTE Network Engineer I

Parallel Wireless

Mundelein, IL

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Parallel Wireless is reimagining mobile networks with innovative, energy-efficient Open RAN solutions. Join us as we lead the future of telecommunications, driving innovation through green and sustainable networks. Learn more about our mission, vision and values.  
Job Summary

You will work across the full lifecycle of mobile network infrastructure from lab integration and commissioning through live deployment, performance monitoring, and ongoing optimization. One day you're tracing a signaling failure at the protocol level; the next you're investigating why a cluster of cells is underperforming against their KPI targets. This is a hands-on, technically demanding role with no shortage of variety. You'll be expected to think independently, dig hard when you're stuck, and grow quickly. If you're the kind of person who reads beyond the syllabus and finds mobile networks genuinely fascinating rather than just academically interesting, you'll fit right in. This role is based out of our Head Quarters office in Nashua, NH, 45 miles north of Boston.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deploy, configure, and commission LTE eNodeBs to work with 3 party EPC components (MME, SGW, PGW), and 5G NR/Core elements in lab and live customer environments
  • Perform end-to-end system integration and interface testing across S1, X2, N1, N2, and N3 reference points
  • Analyze protocol traces (S1AP, NGAP, X2AP, E2AP, GTP-U, DIAMETER, SCTP) to diagnose signaling failures, handover issues, and connectivity anomalies
  • Monitor and troubleshoot RAN and core KPIs for accessibility, retainability, mobility, availability and performance and own root-cause analysis when they degrade
  • Operate and maintain network performance management systems, identifying trends and anomalies across multi-vendor environments before they become customer-impacting events
  • Support customer-facing lab trials and network acceptance testing, including direct engagement with operator engineering teams
  • Develop scripts and tooling in Python and Bash to automate data collection, processing, and reporting workflows
  • Write and maintain technically rigorous documentation: network topology diagrams, test plans, commissioning procedures, and incident post-mortems
  • Contribute to the integration of next-generation monitoring capabilities, including AI/ML-driven anomaly detection and intelligent alerting, into operational platforms
  • Stay current on 3GPP specifications, GSMA guidelines, and evolving 5G standards; you'll be expected to read specs, not just summaries of them
Requirements
  • A Bachelor’s or Masters’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Networks, or a related field, recent graduate or up to 1 year of experience
  • Be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
  • Theoretical foundation in LTE/5G RAN and core network architecture
  • Comfort working in Linux environments from the command line
  • Basic scripting ability in Python or Bash
  • Ability to read and interpret packet captures even if you're still building that skill
  • Analytical mindset: you approach a problem by forming a hypothesis and testing it systematically
  • An appetite for data: you find patterns in large datasets interesting, not overwhelming
  • Clear written and verbal communication: your analysis is only as good as your ability to explain it
  • Ability to travel internationally as needed
Parallel Wireless is expanding the ecosystem for Open RAN with the GreenRAN™ energy-efficient Hardware-Agnostic technology. Deployed worldwide, our comprehensive 2G/3G/4G/5G Macro RAN solutions enhance network security while reducing operating expenses. As pioneers of Open RAN, we prioritize innovation, flexibility, and sustainability to help build a more connected, and green networks. Headquartered in the USA with global R&D centers, we are proud to serve over 60 customers worldwide and have been recognized with over 100 industry awards. Our mission is to accelerate GSMA’s Mobile Net Zero initiative by reducing TCO and driving innovation across the telecom ecosystem.Learn more at www.parallelwireless.com.
Parallel Wireless embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams representing all backgrounds, with a wide range of perspectives, and empowering industry-leading skills. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.Parallel Wireless does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies or individuals. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Parallel Wireless employees, or any other company location. Parallel Wireless is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.