RAN Data Collection Engineer/Drive Tester
- Montreal, QC, Canada
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- 0-3 years of experience in RF Engineering, Drive Testing, Wireless Networks, or Telecommunications.
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
RAN Data Collection Engineer / Drive Test Engineer
Location: Montreal, Canada
We are seeking an entry-level to junior RAN Data Collection Engineer / Drive Test Engineer to support LTE and 5G network performance testing and optimization activities. This role is ideal for candidates with 0-3 years of experience in RF Engineering, Drive Testing, or Wireless Network Data Collection who are looking to build their careers in the telecommunications industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform RF/RAN data collection activities for 4G LTE and 5G networks using XCAL or similar drive test tools.
- Set up, configure, and operate drive test equipment, scanners, mobile devices, GPS units, and data collection kits.
- Execute drive test routes and network data collection scenarios per project requirements.
- Collect and monitor key RF performance metrics including RSRP, RSRQ, SINR, RSSI, CQI, PCI, throughput, and serving/neighbor cell information.
- Validate log files and ensure data quality, completeness, and accuracy.
- Document field test results, maintain records, and report any equipment or network-related issues.
- Collaborate with RF Engineers and project teams to support network performance analysis and optimization efforts.
Qualifications:
- 0-3 years of experience in RF Engineering, Drive Testing, Wireless Networks, or Telecommunications.
- Hands-on experience with XCAL or similar RF data collection tools is highly preferred.
- Basic understanding of 4G LTE, 5G NR, RF concepts, and wireless network technologies.
- Knowledge of post-processing tools and RF analysis is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to travel and work in field environments as needed.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Collect RF and RAN data for LTE and 5G networks using drive-test tools and equipment, execute test routes, and monitor key network performance metrics. Validate data and log files, document results and issues, and collaborate with RF engineers to support network analysis and optimization.
Requirements
Candidates should have 0–3 years of experience in RF engineering, drive testing, wireless networks, or telecommunications, with hands-on experience using XCAL or similar tools preferred. Basic knowledge of LTE, 5G NR, RF concepts, and wireless technologies is expected; post-processing or RF analysis experience is a plus, along with strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills and the ability to travel and work in the field.
Skills
- RF Data Collection
- Drive Testing
- LTE
- 5G NR
- XCAL
- RF Performance Metrics
- Log File Validation
- Data Quality Assurance
- RF Analysis
- Network Performance Optimization
- Problem-Solving
- Communication
- Documentation
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Categories
- Engineering
- Technology
- Data & Analytics
Keywords
- RAN
- RF Engineering
- Drive Testing
- LTE
- 5G NR
- XCAL
- RF Data Collection Tools
- Drive Test Equipment
- Scanners
- Mobile Devices
- GPS
- RSRP
- RSRQ
- SINR
- RSSI
- CQI
- PCI
- Throughput
- Serving Cells
- Neighbor Cells
- Log File Validation
- Data Quality
- Post-Processing
- RF Analysis
- Network Performance Optimization
- Telecommunications