Microwave Link Design Engineer

Job Title: Microwave Link Design Engineer

Location: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Experience Required: DU Telecom Projects (Mandatory)
Availability: Immediate joiners preferred

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Microwave Link Design Engineer with proven experience in planning and designing robust, interference-free point-to-point (P2P) and point-to-multipoint (PMP) microwave networks. The ideal candidate must have hands-on expertise with DU projects in the UAE, including link budget analysis, frequency planning, path profile analysis, and equipment selection based on project and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and plan Microwave transmission links (SDH/IP/MPLS), ensuring optimal link availability and minimal interference.

• Perform link budget calculations, Fresnel zone analysis, and path profile assessments using industry tools like Pathloss, Mentum, or HTZ Warfare.

• Conduct frequency planning and interference analysis in coordination with regulatory bodies and DU engineering teams.

• Select appropriate radio equipment, antennas, and transmission lines (e.g., Huawei, Nokia, Ceragon, SIAE).

• Ensure designs meet DUs technical standards, SLA requirements, and coverage expectations.

• Prepare design documentation including link design reports, diagrams, and BoQs.

• Coordinate with field teams for site surveys, LOS clearance, and alignment verification.

• Support network optimization, link migration, and troubleshooting activities during implementation.

• Ensure compliance with UAE telecom authority guidelines and DU-specific engineering procedures.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum 35 years of hands-on experience in Microwave link design, with at least 2 years in DU projects.

• Proficient in design tools like Pathloss 5, Mentum Link Planner, or similar.

• Strong knowledge of radio propagation, spectrum management, and antenna theory.

• Familiarity with DU documentation standards, link approval processes, and internal planning tools.

• Experience in working with LOS surveys, GIS mapping, and AutoCAD for site planning (preferred).

• Good communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional project teams.

• UAE driving license is a plus.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Transportation and accommodation allowance (as applicable)

• Medical insurance

• Annual leave and UAE labor law benefits