OBJECTIVE:

As a RF Engineer , my objective is to be a part of a competent and innovative environment, bring success to the company by being a highly competent member of the communications team and contribute my expertise in all aspects. Also, to enhance my expertise in the field of radio frequency engineering.

SUMMARY:

• About 1 year of experience as a RF Engineer gained valuable industrial experience in optimizing, analyzing and improving performance of various 2G/3G/4G Telecom networks such as GSM, CDMA, EVDO, UMTS, LTE and VoLTE .
• 1 year of experience as a Systems Engineer/Analyst, responsible to ensure the stability and efficient operation of the client systems.
• As a RF Engineer , I am responsible to ensure the stability and efficiency of RF operations along with design and optimization.
• Excellent experience in analyzing the drive test data performed by drive test engineers using data collection tools like WIND app or TEMS , post processing the drive test data and generating the test reports using tools like Confidential WIND CATCHER (Keysight) and WIND CONSOLE as per the business requirements.
• Expertise in optimizing, analyzing different FDD & TDD bands like LTE 700/1900/2100 in LTE technology & U1900/U2100 in UMTS technology, GSM for T - Mobile and LTE 800/1900/2500 for Confidential .
• Experience in monitoring the call processing, call statistics of VoLTE, CSFB calls as part of SSV post processing.
• Experience in performing RFE (RF Exposure) / EME (Electromagnetic Emissions) Surveys and Installations for Confidential .
• Knowledge in preparing RFE Exposure FCC Compliance Assessment report after the survey .
• Knowledge in RF Exposure and compliance services which include RFE Studies utilizing field measurements, RFE Studies utilizing computer-aided prediction mapping/modeling, RFE Studies utilizing field measurements and computer-aided prediction mapping/modeling, RF Site Safety Plans, RF Health and Safety Plans, RF Awareness and Safety Training.
• Performed site surveys and collect data for in building small cell design and DAS venues using Falcon Smart.
• Speed Test Measurement of LTE/UMTS networks.
• Basic knowledge in iBwave, MapInfo software.
• Expertise in working on Windows 7/8/10/XP environments.
• Expertise in MICROSOFT OFFICE (Word, Power Point, Excel).
• Able to travel as required, up to 100%.
• Excellent problem solving, oral and written communication, team building and motivational skills.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills .
• Ability to converse with associates across different levels .
• Ability to learn independently through multiple channels.
• Ability to multitask efficiently, work independently or as a part of a team.

SOFTWARE SKILLS:

• Good knowledge in basic concepts of programming languages like Java and SQL.
• Good knowledge in database servers like DB2, Oracle, SQL server.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

RF Tools: WIND CATCHER (Keysight), WIND CONSOLE, Wind, JDSU RAN Advisor, FALCON SMART, MapInfo, RFO/ALU Eye, MTAP Utility.

Networking: LTE, CDMA, GSM, UMTS, VoLTE, EVDO, FTP, TCP/IP, MIMO

RF Hardware Design: Hyper lynx 3D

Other tools: MATLAB, AutoCAD, LABVIEW, CADENCE

Operating Systems: Windows 7/8/10/XP, MAC IOS, UNIX

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

RF Engineer

Confidential, Fairfield, Nj

Responsibilities:

• Coordinated Confidential - Confidential LTE Optimization project , conducted tests (performed using JDSU RAN Advisor) in various markets like New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia.
• Worked as an LTE test Engineer , using JDSU RAN Advisor which include mobility, stationary, optimizing, analyzing for various bands like FDD 26 ( LTE 800), FDD 25(LTE 1900) and TDD 41(LTE 2500) for Confidential .
• Expertise in monitoring the KPI ’s like PCI verification, EARFCN, CINR, RSRP, RSRQ, MO & MT calls, Target Threshold Throughput(DL/UL) based on Bandwidth and Mobility ( Intra and Inter handover functionality of each site) and ability to deal with interference cancellation.
• Speed Test Measurement of LTE networks.
• Coordinating with Confidential team for Optimizing, analyzing and improved performance of LTE network per client specification.
• Extensively worked in the Pole Survey project of ZENFI -ATT/ Confidential in New York market, performing the pole survey, determining the primary and secondary pole to install the particular cell.
• This include measuring the pole height, taking required pictures of the intersection/midblock pole, signs on the pole, distance to the curbs, intersection & nearest building from the pole, identifying the facility point.
• Based on the survey, preparing the sketch of the particular wing, elevation of the primary/secondary pole.
• Submitting the survey pictures, sketches to the client ZENFI and DOITT who takes the decision to give reservation to the carrier.
• Conducted RFE (RF Exposure) / EME (Electromagnetic Emissions) Post activation Surveys and installations for Confidential to evaluate the RF environment due to transmitting antennas mounted on rooftops, towers, water tanks and other structures and determine if the composite RF emissions/fields/radiation at a site meet or exceed the FCC Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) limits.
• Taking the measurements for electromagnetic emissions around the antennas and installing the required signage and barriers.
• Involved in preparing the RFE Exposure FCC Compliance Assessment report after the survey .
• Used Roof view tool for creating the plots for emissions from antennas of all carriers present at the site and using Site Forge tool for the generation of the report.

RF Engineer

Confidential, Plano, TX

Responsibilities:

• Coordinated Confidential LTE Optimization project , a team of 9 drive-test engineers conducted tests (performed using WIND app or TEMS) in various markets like Detroit, Chicago, Indiana/Cincinnati, Kansas/Arkansas/Omaha, Ohio/Pennsylvania, Tennessee/Kentucky, Minneapolis markets.
• Supervised and managed a team of 6 engineers to deliver the reports in time to Confidential .
• Created drive routes for testing using Microsoft Streets 2013, optimizing the network and provided to the drive test engineers.
• Optimized, analyzed and improved performance of LTE 700/1900/2100 , UMTS 1900/2100, GSM networks per client specification.
• Micromanaging the drive test data by coordinating with RF Field Engineers and technicians who test different RF sites.
• Analyzing the data and create reports as per the functional and business requirements.
• Post processing the drive test data and generated the SSV test reports Confidential WIND CATCHER and WIND CONSOLE and checked for network related performance issues in the received data.
• Monitored the KPI categories like Coverage (PCI verification, CINR, RSRP, RSRQ for LTE and PSC verification, ECIO, RSCP for UMTS), Accessibility (LTE/VoLTE/CSFB calls), Target Threshold Throughput(DL/UL) and Mobility ( Intra and Inter handover functionality of each site).
• Determined problem sites by using network key performance indicators and drive test data.
• Handled customer complaints very effectively.
• Sorted issues regarding coverage because of wrong Azimuth or Co-ordinates.
• Ensured that all design specifications are followed in reporting process.
• Responsible to deliver the reports on a daily basis to Confidential along with the tracker.
• Handled all other essential tasks as required.
• Perform site surveys and collect data for in building small cell design and DAS venues using Falcon Smart.
• Perform small cell optimization data collection for in building solutions.
• Create new MOP’s for the test procedures provided by the design team.
• Troubleshoot the CS/PS call drops on WCDMA and LTE technologies.
• Worked with post processing and design teams at Confidential .
• Performed baseline walk/floor test, Perimeter, ENT, EXT tests for Small cell venues like Ryder at Novi, MI and University of Michigan Health Sciences Center, which include data collection and post processing using Falcon Smart.
• Monitor the Key KPI’s for LTE and WCDMA like RSRP/RSCP, SINR, RSSI, Ec/Io, DL and UL Throughput etc.
• Help post processing teams in running the WO’s for the faulty small cell AP’s.
• Determined root cause and recommended appropriate counter measures for problem solving.

Systems engineer

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Worked as a Systems Engineer, responsible to ensure the stability and efficient operation of Operating Systems (UNIX, LINUX, Windows) that support core organizational functions.
• Design, develop and modify system specifications, using scientific analysis that fulfill business objectives.
• Coordinating system installations and monitoring equipment functioning to ensure the business requirements were met.
• Determined system performance standards, validating procedures and documentation.
• Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements.
• Performed system and data analysis by collaborating with network staff for reliable operation of the systems.
• Perform day to day administration tasks like creating, managing users and user groups.

Teaching Assistant

Confidential, Denton, TX

Responsibilities:

• Worked as a Teaching Assistant for the course Digital Logic Design.
• Taught, supervised lab sessions (Demos, Debugging) and revised the lab assignments to increase the effectiveness of the lab.

On Job engineering Trainee

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Worked on two projects namely Restructured Accelerated Power Development & Reforms Program for Confidential and Confidential (AutoCAD based).
• Worked alongside team members to design an AutoCAD layout for specific project file and deliver in a timely manner for the next step.