Tower Microwave Field Engineer

Tower Microwave Field Engineer — high-performance wireless networks, $30–$45/hr, Cranberry PA

$30–$45/hour | Contract to Hire | Cranberry, PA | 70% Travel

Our client builds and maintains some of the most sophisticated point-to-point microwave wireless networks in the world — mission-critical infrastructure for high-performance financial technology operations. They’re looking for a Tower Microwave Field Engineer to join a team that takes quality, safety, and technical excellence seriously.

This is a role for someone motivated, physically capable, and hungry to develop. They want sharp, enthusiastic engineers who want to be challenged and keep growing — not someone coasting on years of experience. Contract to hire, van provided and kept at home, all travel expenses covered.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Respond promptly to network outages and troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair microwave and wireless equipment on tower and rooftop structures
• Install, commission, and maintain point-to-point microwave infrastructure — antenna alignment, path commissioning, and signal validation
• New construction and maintenance of wireless infrastructure across towers, rooftops, and other communication structures
• Terminate and splice fibre using cutting-edge equipment and techniques
• Safely operate vehicles, rigging equipment, and capstan winches
• Become the on-site technical resource for sub-contractors during new construction
• Provide daily reporting on job progress, operational issues, and timeline updates
• Participate in ongoing training and complete all mandatory company certifications

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 2–3 years of wireless/microwave networking experience — this is the core technical requirement
• 2+ years of climbing experience — comfortable on towers up to 600 feet
• Must hold a current Authorized Climber/Rescue course certificate
• Valid US passport and driving licence — 70% travel is a reality of this role
• Field engineering experience — installation and commissioning on communication structures
• Motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to develop — they’re building a high-performing team
• Reliable and predictable availability

PREFERRED / NICE TO HAVE

• Microwave antenna installation, path alignment, and troubleshooting experience
• OSHA 10 certification
• Fibre knowledge — fusion splicing and OTDR troubleshooting
• RF theory and signal flow understanding
• Experience with AC/DC power systems
• Spectrum Analyzer and Cable/Antenna Analyzer troubleshooting
• Knowledge of industry best practices for cabling, safety, and rigging

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to climb all structure types up to 600 feet — majority between 150–400 feet
• Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions for extended periods
• Regularly lifting and carrying equipment up to 75 lbs, occasionally more
• Long-haul driving — typically 1–4 hours, occasionally up to 10 hours in a shift
• Flexibility for overtime, evenings, on-call, and occasional weekend work

THE PACKAGE

• $30–$45 per hour depending on experience
• Contract to hire — 6 months with a clear path to permanent
• Van provided and kept at your home address
• All travel expenses covered
• Based in Cranberry, PA — 70% travel across the US
• In-house climbing training and continuous certification development

WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT

• Work on genuinely elite wireless infrastructure — the networks you build operate at the highest performance standards in the world
• Van at home — no depot runs, straight to the job
• Contract to hire with a real path to permanent for the right person
• In-house climbing training provided — they invest in their people
• Technically varied every day — microwave, fibre, RF, and tower work all in one role
• A team being rebuilt with quality people who have drive and ambition — get in early and be part of something

Microwave field engineer with climbing certification based in Western Pennsylvania? Let’s talk.

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