Engineer - Radio Frequency Planning East.Network NG at MTN Group

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

RF Planning, Network Design, Capacity Planning, Technology Integration, KPI Analysis, Traffic Analysis, Asset Planning Tool, 2G/3G/4G/5G Technologies, IBS/DAS, Small Cells, Multi-vendor Network Management, Ericsson Equipment, Huawei Equipment, ZTE Equipment, Radio Network Optimization, Site Acceptance

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Reports To: Manager - Radio Frequency Planning East Division: Network Mission: > * To design and plan MTNN radio networks (2G, UMTS, LTE,5G and future > technologies) on various layers (including in-building solutions IBS/DAS, > FEMTO/small cells,Macro etc.) for cost effective deployment of radio > network coverage and capacity. Description: > * Network Planning functions within the region which will be measured by: > * * Capacity - Ensuring that at any time the network will be able to > accommodate the subscriber level anticipated 3 months ahead > * Technology integration – Ensuring that multiservice sites (2G, 3G, 4G, > etc) are properly designed and integrated with minimal complexity and > good Inter Radio Access Technology performance. > * Time - Ensuring that network planning and site acceptance will be > carried out in a manner to allow sufficient time for acquisition, > construction and implementation of BTS and transmission links > * Maintain at all times a detailed knowledge of the behavior and status of > all sites in the region of responsibility. This includes: > * * Nominal plan > * Planned sites > * Site acquisition status > * Work Order issuance status > * Build configuration and status > * Traffic levels > * Voice traffic indices: GoS (Congestions stats), Dropped call rate, > Control Channel failure, HO failure rate, half-rate > * Data traffic volumes and relevant indices > * Monitor and report all competitor activities > * The clutter data and propagation models (Planning Tool: Asset) will be > checked at regular intervals to ensure that they offer a true reflection of > the propagation environment· > * Be aware of any of the issues below that may affect the successful > operation of MTN’s business within the region > * Provide specialist technical support to all other department regarding the > network and radio related features > * Maintain the integrity of the contents of planning tools (esp. ASSET, and > other records) and minimize discrepancies from live network > * Execute the nominal radio coverage and capacity rollout design for the > region > * Carry out the detailed RF design to conform with the nominal rollout plan > * Monitor and analyze network performance and configuration to ensure KPIs > are in conformance with targets for the region > * Continuously analyze traffic, utilization and subscriber growth in order to > foresee needs for capacity expansion. > * Review, prepare and load cell data for integration of sites onto the > network. > * Evaluate, verify and supervise the planning of MTNN radio networks by > managed service vendor (s) > Education: > * First degree in Electrical/Electronic or Telecommunications Engineering or > related discipline Fluent in English Experience: 3 – 7 years’ experience in an area of specialization; with experience working with others > * Cognate RF Planning, Analysis and solutions experience > * Experience with a GSM or Wireless Telecomm operator > * Experience working in a multi-vendor network > * Experience with Ericsson, Huawei and ZTE equipment will be desirable We at MTN Nigeria Communications Plc (MTNN) are a purpose and value-led organization. At MTN Nigeria, we believe that understanding our people’s needs and aspirations is key to creating experiences that delight you at work, every day. We are committed to fostering an environment where every member of our Y’ello Family is heard, understood, and empowered to live an inspired life. Our values keep us grounded and moving in the right direction. Most importantly, they keep us honest. It is not something we claim to be - it is in our DNA. As an organisation, we consider it our mission to create an exciting and rewarding place to work, where our people can be themselves, thrive in positivity and ignite their full potential. A workplace that boosts creativity and innovation, improves productivity, and ultimately drives meaningful results. A workplace that is built on relationships and achieving a purpose that is bigger than us. This is what we want you to experience with us! Our commitments go beyond an organisational promise. It is in our leadership and managerial ethos to meaningfully partner with our employees, customers, and stakeholders with a vision to realise our shared goals. We are delighted that you consider us your career partner to make a mark in the world. We wish you a rewarding career. Do you want to be a part of a mission that delivers a bold new digital world to Nigeria and Nigerians? Obsessions: How We Do It The behaviors that keep our culture strong and safe. 1. Light It Up! Always Do This: 🔹 Bring all your heart and all your smarts to us. Never Do This: ❌ Never doubt your value here or let anyone else do it. And never do it to anyone yourself. 2. Raise Your Hand. Speak Your Mind. Always Do This: 🔹 Respectfully but firmly challenge any threat to what we stand for. Never Do This: ❌ Never hesitate to tell the truth as you see it, to whoever you have to tell. And never cause others to fear telling you. 3. Collaborate. Don’t Isolate. Always Do This: 🔹 Share what you know and respect what others can teach you. Never Do This: ❌ Never think that you are great unless you help make others great too. 4. Things Always Get Better Here. Always Do This: 🔹 Take your own steps forward to improve and strengthen us. Never Do This: ❌ Never believe or cause others to believe that "not now" means "not ever." Do you want to be a part of a mission that delivers a bold new digital world to Nigeria and Nigerians? Then, join MTN Nigeria! Welcome to our Y’ello Family, where our people are our most critical competitive assets. If you are passionate about working for a brand that believes in YOU, invests in YOU, and delivers the best value to those we serve, then THIS is the place. Our Employee Value Proposition enables you to: 🟡 Work with meaning 🟡 Connect to develop 🟡 Thrive in positivity 🟡 Grow with purpose Live inspired. It’s a great place to work! Take that bold step and apply today! *Eligible Females and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. *MTN Nigeria Communications Plc (MTN) does not and will never ask for payment of any kind from applicants in all MTN’s recruitment processes and stages such as job application, CV review, interview, meeting, and final processing of applications. *MTN is not liable for fraudulent publication of job offers in MTN’s name or for the fraudulent use of MTN’s name in any manner whatsoever. For whistle blowing and reporting fraudulent recruitment activities, contact us via MTNN.ForensicServices@mtn.com [MTNN.ForensicServices@mtn.com] By applying for this job, I am confirming that I have completed the job application privacy notice on MTN Nigeria job site (https://www.mtn.ng/career/ [https://www.mtn.ng/career/]).

Responsibilities

Design and plan radio networks across various layers including Macro, IBS/DAS, and small cells for cost-effective coverage and capacity. Monitor network performance, analyze traffic growth, and manage the integration of multi-service sites to ensure KPI targets are met.