RAN Engineer

The Opportunity

At Vocus, we’re building the next generation of Private Wireless (4G/5G) networks—and we’re looking for a RAN Engineer to join our growing team.

Based at ourMitcham Data Centre location, this is an exciting opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience across the full radio network lifecycle, including design, deployment, integration, and optimisation. 

You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams, building technical capability in enterprise and mission-critical wireless environments.

What you’ll be doing

• Support the design, configuration, and deployment of Private Wireless RAN solutions
• Assist with site integration and commissioning, validating radio parameters and connectivity
• Perform basic troubleshooting of RAN issues with guidance from senior engineers
• Contribute to radio optimisation activities, including performance analysis and tuning
• Assist with site surveys, testing, and field activities where required
• Apply RF planning fundamentals to support coverage and capacity planning tasks
• Prepare technical documentation, including design packs, test reports, and as-built records
• Monitor network performance and escalate issues appropriately
• Collaborate with Core, Transmission, and support teams to enable end-to-end delivery
• Participate in deployment activities and scheduled site visits
• Continuously build knowledge through training and development opportunities
• Follow engineering standards, processes, and safety requirements

What you’ll bring

• Degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar
• Basic understanding of mobile network architecture (4G/5G)
• Foundational knowledge of RF principles (propagation, interference, signal strength)
• Familiarity with IP networking fundamentals
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork capability
• A genuine desire to learn and develop in telecommunications
• Internship or project experience in telecommunications or wireless networks
• Exposure to RAN vendors such as Nokia or EricssonUnderstanding of RAN parameters and optimisation concepts (PCI, handovers, power settings)
• Familiarity with drive test or RF planning tools (e.g. TEMS, Nemo)Exposure to Linux or scripting (Python)Understanding of Private Wireless network concepts

Why join Vocus

• Gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge 4G/5G private wireless networks
• Learn from experienced engineers and industry experts
• Access structured training, mentoring, and career progression
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team
• Work in a company that values innovation, ownership, and growth