Systems Engineer (DAS Simplified)
2 days ago
San Francisco
Job Description Job Title: Systems Engineer (DAS) Reports to: Operations Manager Location: Bay Area, CA Pay range: $90,000-120,000/year DOE (Salary Exempt) About DAS Simplified Light up your career path and join Cochran's DAS Simplified team a leading Cellular and ERRCS specialist, offering design and integration, system troubleshooting, coverage assessment, maintenance and monitoring, and recertification. We've delivered millions of square feet of coverage for hundreds of clients in healthcare, office space, manufacturing, retail, residential, institutional, warehouse, and government facilities across the US. Established in 2011, DAS Simplified is headquartered in Seattle and serves customers throughout the United States. Our people are construction professionals who have deployed complex solutions at hundreds of building sites. Our designers are iBwave and FCC-certified engineers with a broad range of product certifications, as well as BICSI-registered RCDDs. DAS Simplified is an independent business unit of Cochran, Inc., with access to financial resources and human capital to support nearly any project nationwide. Our values are proven, not explained: • Be Transparent., • Be Kind., • Be Accountable., • Be Respectful., • Be Proactive., • Be Inspired., • Be Brilliant. About the Role As a DAS Systems Engineer you will be responsible for managing and supporting all field operations of the project, and to act as the liaison between onsite personnel, PMs and the Engineering department. They will execute engineering, field and project related tasks including, but not limited to, RF design, inventory tracking and management, commissioning and optimization, troubleshooting and general field support for deployments. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Field Engineering - SE will be field based:, • Provide site and radio coverage surveys including reports., • Responsible for assembly, configuration and testing of RF cabling and active DAS equipment., • Perform DAS commissioning, system optimization, troubleshooting and service., • Complete and test alarm panel wiring., • Coordinate with customers to complete site turn up and ensure successful inspection with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)., • RF Design Work The SE will act as an RF Design resource for projects as determined by the PX/PM:, • Modify existing designs in iBwave to meet customer needs., • Prepare and answer email and traditional correspondence with customers, potential customers and other relevant third parties., • Review new or changed information to correctly capture added scope., • Generate bill of materials for design modifications., • Generate reports in iBwave., • Interface with customers, carriers and the PX/PM to develop deployment plan to meet project deadlines., • Support The SE will support the Sales team, Project managers, Engineering and Field operations by providing technical assistance and/or clarification:, • Provide technical support and assistance to site personnel during all phases of installation. Ensure equipment is installed to specifications., • Assist with in field design modifications. Provide design and installation solutions when needed., • Assist with equipment tracking and ensure all materials required for installation arrive onsite in a timely manner., • Review documentation/work plan prior to deployment., • Attend conference calls and meetings with sales staff and project managers to provide technical support., • Routine data entry and retrieval., • Attend project site walks., • Attend project meetings as assigned., • Assist with development and management of department policies & procedures., • Demonstrate flexibility when performing job duties whenever volume and requests for services require. Ability to pitch in where necessary., • Represent DAS Simplified with the highest professional standards to all our partners and customers., • Project Management Skills, • Travel as required. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: • Problem Solving Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Demonstrates attention to detail. Collects and researches data., • Technical Understanding Understands DAS, RF and construction methods beyond the basics. Continues research and industry related education., • Customer Service - Responds promptly and politely to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments., • Team Work Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback., • Communication Writes and speaks clearly and informatively. Presents numerical data effectively. Writes and speaks English fluently. Presents clear, timely, and diplomatic communication with coworkers, customers, and AHJ's., • Change Management Develops workable implementation plans. Communicates changes effectively., • Adaptability Adapts to changes in the work environment, Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events., • Safety Observes safety procedures., • Leadership Motivates team members. Drives the project forward. We are looking for someone with the following competencies: • Five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. BS degree preferred but not required., • iBwave plus at least one additional certification from DAS OEM ( i.e. JMA/SOLiD/Commscope/ADRF) or otherwise (GROL)., • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to write, speak and communicate in English fluently., • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals., • Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations., • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Spreadsheet software, and Project Management software Why Cochran/DAS Simplified? Company Benefits PTO | 401k | Medical, Dental & Vision | Life Insurance | Seven Paid Holidays | Voluntary Benefits | EAP Other compensation bonuses are eligible. DEIB Statement Cochran, Inc./DAS Simplified provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Accessibility Statement This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Cochran, Inc. is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in all aspects of employment, including the application process. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact: . Compensation (Pay Range): $90,000-120,000 DOE (Salary Exempt) An employee's compensation level within the range will be based on several factors, including but not limited to geographic location, experience, relevant education, qualifications, skills, organizational needs, and performance. Join Cochran/DAS Simplified and bring your expertise in Electrical Construction to a company dedicated to innovation and excellence. We are excited to welcome a leader who will be pivotal in our continued growth and success!