Jobs via Dice is hiring: Design Engineer- Land Mobile Radio in San Francisco

Design Engineer – Land Mobile Radio

Location: 100% remote, Anywhere in the United States

Duration: Long‑term contract position

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Land Mobile Radio (LMR) Design Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end‑to‑end design, optimization, and implementation of complex LMR and Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS). This role requires a strong background in RF engineering, excellent problem‑solving skills, and a deep understanding of wireless communication principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and model LMR and DAS networks using industry‑standard tools, with a strong preference for iBwave.
• Conduct RF propagation analysis, link budget calculations, and interference analysis.
• Develop comprehensive network designs, including antenna placement, equipment selection, and cabling diagrams.
• Perform site surveys to validate designs and troubleshoot existing systems.
• Collaborate with project managers, technicians, and clients to ensure project requirements are met and designs are implemented accurately.
• Create detailed documentation, including design reports, bills of materials (BOM), and as‑built drawings.
• Stay current with the latest LMR technologies, standards, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in LMR or DAS design and engineering.
• iBwave Level 2 certification required.
• Hands‑on experience with iBwave.
• Proven expertise in RF design and propagation.
• Strong knowledge of LMR technologies (e.g., P25, TETRA, MOTOTRBO) and DAS components.
• Experience with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, service monitors, and power meters.

Preferred Experience

• Experience designing and working with Motorola Solutions’ MOTOTRBO systems.
• Experience with other RF modeling tools.
• Experience with DAS commissioning and optimization.
• Familiarity and general knowledge of FCC licensing requirements.
• P25 or other relevant industry certifications.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Software Development