Wireless & Network Engineer

Full-time

Description

Who we are

Behind every one of our solutions is our greatest asset: our people. At Powernet, we are driven in our individual roles and by our collective goals – both in our work, and in the community. Through our collaborative working mindset and spirit of innovation, Powernet offers a welcoming work environment that aligns professional and personal growth with real business results, a combination that can benefit anyone looking to take the next step in their career.

Who you are

You are a highly skilled technical expert with a passion for radio frequency (RF) technology and a deep understanding of the intricacies of wireless networking. You bring extensive experience in the design, implementation, and optimization of diverse solutions—from Wi-Fi and DAS to private cellular networks—and you thrive on the challenge of building high-performance connectivity in complex environments. Beyond your technical proficiency, you are a strategic thinker who approaches every project with a focus on scalability, security, and the customer’s unique needs. You are a detail-oriented problem solver who takes ownership of the entire lifecycle of a solution, ensuring that interference is minimized and coverage is maximized. Ultimately, you are a reliable partner who takes pride in delivering seamless, high-quality network experiences that keep our customers connected.

Perks You'll Enjoy

5 weeks PTO

Remote work

Anniversary gift plan

Employee referral program

Health, vision, dental, life insurance available

HSA Account

401k matching

Key Responsibilities

Wireless & RF Network Design and Management

Design, deploy, and support enterprise-grade wireless and RF-based networks, including Wi-Fi, DAS, private LTE/5G, and related wireless technologies.

Perform RF site surveys (passive, active, and predictive), spectrum analysis, and capacity planning to ensure optimal coverage, performance, and reliability.

Create detailed wireless and RF designs using heat mapping, propagation modeling, and predictive planning tools (e.g., Ekahau, AirMagnet, iBwave, or similar).

Analyze RF environments to identify interference sources, noise, attenuation, and coverage gaps; recommend and implement corrective actions.

Validate wireless and RF deployments through post-install surveys and performance testing.

Wireless Operations & Optimization

Configure, tune, and optimize wireless systems including access points, controllers, radios, antennas, and associated infrastructure.

Troubleshoot complex wireless and RF issues related to connectivity, roaming, latency, interference, and throughput.

Monitor wireless network health, RF performance, and capacity; produce reports and recommendations for ongoing improvements.

Stay current on emerging wireless standards, RF technologies, and best practices.

Security & Standards

Implement and maintain wireless security standards and best practices (e.g., WPA2/3-Enterprise, 802.1X, RADIUS, segmentation).

Support secure design principles across wireless and RF deployments, including compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

Assist in responding to wireless-related security incidents and performance degradation events.

General Networking & Collaboration

Collaborate with wired network teams on LAN/WAN integration to ensure seamless end-to-end connectivity.

Assist with configuration and troubleshooting of switches, routers, and firewalls as they relate to wireless and RF solutions.

Provide technical guidance and escalation support to internal teams and customers.

Document wireless and RF designs, configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting methodologies.

Participate in on-call or escalation rotations as required.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

[6+] years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-grade Wi-Fi networks.

CWNA certification or equivalent experience.

Strong expertise in Wi-Fi protocols and standards (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax).

Hands-on experience with leading Wi-Fi vendor platforms (e.g., Cisco Meraki, Aruba, Ubiquiti, Ruckus).

In-depth knowledge of network security principles, technologies, and best practices (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, NAC).

Proficiency with security tools and methodologies for vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and incident response.

Ability to travel to customer sites for daily and overnight visits across the US.

Preferred Qualifications:

Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP Wireless,CompTIA Security+, CEH, Ruckus, Fortinet or equivalent.

Experience with cloud-based networking and security solutions.

Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell) for automation.