TMO Scoping Network Engineer- Plano, TX

Scoping Network Engineer in Plano, TX (Hybrid) Contract

We are seeking an experienced Scoping Network Engineer for a contract opportunity in Plano, TX with a leading telecommunications organization supporting T-Mobile network construction and deployment. This hybrid position requires a minimum of three days per week in the Plano office, with some U.S. travel as needed. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience with T-Mobile construction, Construction Drawings (CDs), RFDSs, technical scope review, network deployment, and Additional/Add-On Sales (AOS) identification and documentation.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned telecom professional to play a key role in determining exactly what needs to be built at wireless network sites and identifying additional work beyond the original awarded scope. The ideal candidate is someone who can independently interpret technical documentation, confidently participate in scoping discussions with T-Mobile and stakeholders, and translate engineering requirements into actionable construction scope. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with engineering, construction, project management, and customer teams while gaining continued exposure to 4G LTE, 5G NR, Massive MIMO, RFDS, wireless network design, and T-Mobile deployment programs.

Contract Duration: 24 Months

Required Skills & Experience
10+ years of relevant telecommunications/network engineering experience or equivalent applicable experience
Direct experience supporting T-Mobile construction and/or network deployment projects
Hands-on experience reviewing Construction Drawings (CDs), RFDSs, and technical project documentation
Demonstrated ability to compare awarded scope against actual construction requirements
Experience identifying work outside the original awarded/project scope
Experience identifying and/or submitting T-Mobile Additional/Add-On Sales (AOS) opportunities
Strong understanding of the T-Mobile AOS process
Experience participating in technical site-scoping meetings with T-Mobile or another major wireless carrier
Ability to independently determine what needs to be built based on technical documentation and project requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Ability to manage multiple assignments independently and coordinate with engineering, construction, project management, and customer teams
Ability and willingness to work from the Plano, TX office at least three days per week
Flexibility to travel within the United States as required
Desired Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field
Experience with 5G NR, Massive MIMO, mmWave, LAA, 4G LTE, IoT, CBRS, and/or multi-vendor wireless networks
Experience with radio network design, implementation, tuning, and optimization
Experience with Planet EV and Atoll planning tools
Understanding of link budgets, cell planning, tilt/azimuth optimization, site selection, and Automatic Cell Planning (ACP)
Knowledge of Monte Carlo analysis and model tuning
Experience with TEMS, Actix, Agilent, or R&S optimization and drive-test tools
Understanding of LTE/5G Layer 3 messaging, KPIs, accessibility, retainability, handover performance, and network capacity
Experience with Ericsson ENM and RAN optimization tools
Ability to analyze network performance data and recommend parameter or feature changes

What You Will Be Doing
Review Construction Drawings (CDs), RFDSs, project documentation, and technical scope to determine site requirements
Compare awarded/project scope against actual construction requirements
Identify discrepancies and work that falls outside the original awarded scope
Identify and document Additional/Add-On Sales (AOS) opportunities
Support or prepare T-Mobile AOS submissions and related scope documentation
Participate in technical scoping discussions with T-Mobile, customers, project teams, and other stakeholders
Clearly communicate what is being built at a site and explain technical scope requirements
Support T-Mobile modifications, site projects, and ongoing network deployment activities
Perform upfront site-scoping activities and review proposed builds to determine required scope
Collaborate with engineering, construction, project management, and customer teams
Identify customer requirements and develop appropriate technical plans or recommendations
Manage multiple assignments independently while maintaining project and customer expectations

Tech Breakdown
T-Mobile Wireless Construction / Network Deployment
RFDS / Construction Drawings / Technical Scope Analysis
4G LTE / 5G NR / RAN Technologies

Daily Responsibilities
Hands On Technical Scoping & Documentation Review
AOS / Scope Analysis & Customer Support
Team Collaboration & Stakeholder Communication

The Offer

• You will receive the following benefits:
• 120k per year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacations and Paid holidays, 401K etc
• 3 days onsite

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.