What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wifi Engineer position at NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company?
Wifi Engineer - Remote role (Travel required)
Remote Role
Travel Needed: Yes
Key Responsibilities:
-Conduct onsite wireless site surveys (predictive, passive, active, and validation surveys)
-Perform RF analysis and spectrum troubleshooting using Ekahau Sidekick II and related tools
-Design and validate wireless network solutions using Ekahau Pro / Ekahau AI
-Create high-quality heatmaps, reports, and documentation for customer deliverables
-Troubleshoot wireless performance issues including interference, coverage gaps, roaming, and capacity constraints
-Develop desktop wireless designs based on floor plans, requirements, and predictive modeling
-Work across multiple OEM platforms (Cisco, Aruba, Juniper/Mist, Extreme, Ruckus, etc.)
-Collaborate with network engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure successful deployments
-Provide post-deployment validation and optimization recommendations
-Maintain up-to-date knowledge of wireless standards (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be)
Required Qualifications:
-3–7 years of experience in wireless networking with strong fieldwork background
-Hands-on experience performing wireless site surveys in enterprise environments
-Proficiency with Ekahau Pro (AI) and Ekahau Sidekick II
-Strong understanding of RF fundamentals (SNR, RSSI, channel planning, interference, etc.)
-Experience designing wireless networks for voice, data, and location services
-Familiarity with major WLAN OEMs (Cisco, Aruba, Mist, Ruckus, Extreme, etc.)
-Ability to interpret architectural drawings and create predictive designs
-Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
-Willingness to travel for onsite surveys and deployments
Preferred Qualifications:
-Ekahau Certified Survey Engineer (ECSE) or equivalent
-CWNA, CWDP, CWSP, or CCNP Wireless certifications
-Experience with spectrum analysis tools
-Knowledge of network infrastructure (switching, routing, PoE requirements)
-Experience with healthcare, campus, warehouse, or high-density environments
Key Skills:
-Wireless Site Surveys (Passive, Active, Predictive)
-RF Design & Optimization
-Ekahau Toolset Expertise
-Multi-Vendor WLAN Experience
-Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
-Technical Documentation & Reporting
Work Environment:
-Combination of remote (design/planning) and onsite fieldwork
-Travel required based on project needs