Job Title: Wireless Field Engineer
Location: North Carolina
Employment Type: Contract (6-12 months)
Industry: Telecommunications
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Field Installation Engineer with direct experience supporting 5G modernization efforts, site installations, and network commissioning. This role requires hands-on field expertise with telecom hardware and system integrations, particularly Telecom's and Siteboss alarm monitoring systems. The successful candidate will operate independently, follow MOPs/SOWs, and collaborate with Verizon NOC and partner teams to ensure optimal deployment performance.
Key Responsibilities:- Install & integrate Siteboss units, Cisco routers, power plant systems, and alarm monitoring systems
- Execute 5G modernization efforts including AirScale, BBU integration
- Perform CPRI/SFP/fiber/power cable installations, GPS feed terminations, and circuit breaker wiring
- Utilize Anritsu, JDSU, Fluke and similar gear for advanced fiber and RF testing
- Conduct call testing, E911, sector adds, and commissioning across LTE/NR/AWS/GSM/UMTS bands
- Coordinate with Verizon IVR, USCC NOC, and AT&T NFSD for integration support
- Review customer blueprints and MOPs, document COPs and completion reports with accuracy
Candidate Requirements:- 3-5 years of telecom field experience in installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting
- Working knowledge of Verizon, AT&T, or US Cellular networks
- Proficient in manual script loading, equipment migration, and alarm unit configuration
- Willingness to travel within assigned geography and work independently in field environments
