Wireless Network Engineer

About the position

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? Enterprise Technology plays a critical part in shaping the future of mobility. If you’re looking for the chance to leverage advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance the customer experience and improve people’s lives, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help create vehicles that are as smart as you are. This job is posted as HYBRID, and requires up to 3 days a week from our Dearborn, MI office. Visa sponsorship & relocation are NOT available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of Ford's wireless network infrastructure.
• Perform wireless site surveys and assist with RF design and optimization for Wi-Fi networks.
• Contribute to projects involving Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), LoRaWAN, 800/900MHz, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and CURWB.
• Work with IoT protocols and contribute to the integration of Cisco wireless controllers with Cisco Spaces for location services and IoT applications.

Requirements

• Solid understanding of wireless networking principles.
• Experience with Wi-Fi technologies.
• Desire to expand knowledge in both traditional Wi-Fi and emerging IoT technologies.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with Cisco Prime Infrastructure.
• Familiarity with Cisco Catalyst Center.