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

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