5G BTS Field Engineer
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2025-12-11
Listing for:
CED Systems
Full Time
position Listed on 2025-12-11
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Telecoms Engineering, Systems Engineer, Field/Service Technician, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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We are deploying infrastructure for 5G Networks. A telecommunications startup focused on efficient and strategic support to the nationwide 5G deployment, helping OEMs and operators achieve enhanced connectivity for their networks.
Responsibilities- The work involves installing, configuring and integrating new 5G and LTE equipment from Nokia on cell sites (as well as de‑commissioning and removing old equipment from the site).
- You will be part of a growing team, coordinate tasks with integration engineers, and perform related tasks.
- Commissioning & integration of UMTS, GSM, LTE and technologies.
- Installations of routers, circuit breakers, GPS kit, LAN connections, CPRI fibers.
- Understanding of IP and routing of cables.
- Mounting/unmounting of cabinet, racks and hardware.
- Experience with using a fiber scope.
- Knowledge of project management, radio access networks, backhaul to sites signalling, disaster recovery planning and response, data services and location‑based services.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Having a personal vehicle, basic set of tools for wireless sites, laptop, cell phone and ability to work outside.
- Minimum 3–6 or more years of experience working at telecommunications sites (BTS/radio installation, fiber, telco, light electrical, etc).
- Experience with installation, commissioning and integration of Nokia LTE & 5G equipment.
- Experience with Nokia BTS manager.
- Experience with T‑Mobile equipment is preferred.
- Experience with NSN Multi‑Flexi System & Airscale modules and radios.
- PTID and prior removal/installation of Nokia LTE & 5G equipment – especially if it involved commissioning.
- Associates Degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering or related field preferred; high‑school diploma and equivalent experience considered.
- Nokia certifications (L0, L1, GC Academy preferred).
- Ability to represent the company with professionalism with suppliers, customers and site personnel.
- Work within maintenance windows (midnight to 6 am) or daytime as scheduled and adhere reliably to the schedule.
- Travel within a region, market or outside on a project basis.
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather throughout the year.
- Ability to work independently and within a team, executing responsibilities and solving problems.
- Can lift 50 lbs and climb a 12‑ft ladder.
- Proficient in computers and MS Office.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Basic hand tools.
- Team Member Discount Program
- Referral Program
- Certification Training and Assistance
CED Systems is an equal opportunity employer. CED Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
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