Engineer Data
Resume:
ELINAM KPEGOH - S.
Mobile: 312-***-****
**********@*****.***
EVANSTON, ILLINOIS 60201
TELECOMMUNICATIONS SKILLS
. Mapinfo, RFO. Adobe Reader (version 1.6), Layers Application, MapInfo
(Version 7.1), Spanner Garmin GPS,Google Earth,Microsoft Street
Atlas, Delorme. Winds, LDAT3G 4.13.0 for 1xev, WirelessPro Version 6.3
. IDEN,GSM (850, 1800,1900),CDMA,WCDMA,TDMA, IS136, UMTS (850,1900)
AWS,GPRS,QPST,RSD LITE RTA,Multi Logger,Datum,Catcher,NEXTEL,Nortel Equipements,LUCENT/ALCATEL,DTI,TEMS,MUSE,Radio
Communication,TEMS Investigation 7.1,CDMA 2000,EVDO Rev.A, Actix,Test Central Clearwire (AMOD) Network Broadband,In vex 3Gun,Marconi
APL ( Automatic Position Logger),Agilent E6474A,Windcatcher version
2.49 rev 6,Ericsson Benchmarker,Sites Servey Validation and
Calibration,E911 Test Survey, Verification of individual sectors
height azimuth and PN Grayson Wireless Test Equipment, ASR (Adaptation
Speech and Recognition), Spectrum Analyser, WAMS,X-TEL (CellSite
Filter),Wireless Logix XCAL,QXDM (Qualcom Extensive Data Mobile),Data Professional,Android Logging System,Application Data Logger
Viewer,Application Processor,Android SDK Tools,LogCat (Main,Event
and Radio) .
COMPUTER SKILLS
. Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003
. Installation, configuration and administration Microsoft Windows XP
Professional. Monitoring Optimizing System Performance and Reliability
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
. Designing a Database Server Infrastructure by Using Microsoft SQL
Server 2005
. Optimizing & Maintaining Database Administration Solution by Using
Microsoft SQL Server 2005
. Microsoft SQL Server 2005 - Implementation and Maintenance
WORK EXPERIENCES
* Motorola Libertyville ( ILLINOIS )
06/2010
- 08/2010
Field Test Engineer (3GSM and CDMA) - North
America
Ability to program, test and troubleshoot software and hardware .Field
Testing of GSM Handset (OEM/ODM) and greater ability to diagnose and
troubleshoot data communications issues using appropriate monitoring
and diagnostic tools such as Qxdm Professional, RSD Lite, MultiLogger,
RTA for Flashing, Mos test Equipment for audio Data collections
(Downlink,Uplink and KML Map) from Metrico Wireless, Spanner, QPST,
Radio Communication and Test Central for test case execution .Testing
and Porting/Customization experience of Android Applications in
comparison with other Devices such as Samsung,Blackberry,Sony
Ericsson and HTC .Excellent experience with wireless and data
networks. Extended knowledge of voice and data wireless systems, Data
communications and packet switch networks .Responsible for Field
Testing of GSM/GPRS devices, IOT sessions on field and vendors
Network. Support to the IOT team Log analysis by checking both the
messages exchanged with the network and internal layers primitives at
protocol level .Writing new test cases according to user and system
requirement Performance and Benchmarking of GSM/GPRS devices.
Understanding and documentation of Device test requirements and
procedures. Testing experience in the following Device areas:
Messaging PAM (Phone as Modem), Bluetooth and LBS (Location Based
Services).Test Motorola products in comparison against Competitor
Device ( as Baseline ) to meet carrier requirement by sending number
of Data packages to the Server for optimization which include
(HTTP/FTP Download,Upload,UDP Downlink,UDP Upload and PING ).
Providing full R&D support and maintenance for pre and post launch
products, including reproduction and diagnosis of problems.
*USCC PHASE 5 EVDO & AND SHAKEDOWN PROJECT Contract3
04/26/10 - 06/2010
Northwest, Central & Southwest
NORTEL RF Engineer
The Project consists to support US CELLULAR in the Expansion of his
EVDO Network on the Existing CellSites and future Built.
The first aspect of the
Project is the Shakedown, using Wireless Logix equipment(X-Cal
3.2.9.76).The main focus in this first part is to complete the
Shakedown which consist to do four tests: DL (c/I, Tx, Pn, Drv, Rx and
the number of pilot serving which should be 1), UL, PING and finally
the Soft Handoff between Sector which will help to verify the Azimuth
and if required proceed to a Parameter changes.
The Second and Finally Aspect of the Project is the Cluster Drive
after completed all Shakedown, which consist on driving all providing
roads by the Engineers after acceptance to get a better view on the
connection between CellSites and coverage issues.
*CINGULAR/NEW AT&T (Schaumburg - ILLINOIS) Contract5
01/2010-03/22/2010
Mobile Drive Tester Technician
. 850 & 1900 bands UMTS Technology for 911 Call Test and Major R99 &
HSDPA testing
. Performed all facets of Site Verification as Sites were is network and
put on air (i.e., call Testing in each Sector and Handovers from
Sector to sector-Forward and Reverse.
. Monitor Quality of the call made at Site. Also performed were Cluster
(upon verification of Sites) and Post Optimization.
. Working with GSM EDGE. Performed FTP Transfer of Downlink Pings,
Uplink and Downlink Measurements of the Mobile and recorded all the
Data
. Performed all Facets of Drive Testing from Data Collection Logging
Files, Scanning and Documenting Test Results, Sites ( testing each
sector for Call Initiation and Termination, Signal Strength, Proper
Handovers within the Site and Proper Neighbours), Troubleshooting,
Cluster Testing and Post Optimization .
*ERICCSON/UMTS/Nortel Project in Rhinelander (Wisconsin) Contract
12/2009-12/31/2009
RF Engineer
Deployment solutions for operators building new CDMA, networks using X-
TEL Test Equipment. The main Role is to Support ERICCSON Engineer on
the night of cut and Rehome work using a Motorola Handsets for testing
purpose. The Engineering services to enable network evolution to next
generation technologies by overlaying new CDMA technology on existing
Verizon networks.
Deployment and optimization
to expand existing networks to enhance capacity for the CDMA
technology,Re-homing work to facilitate network growth and improved
network efficiency by Demonstrating high proficiency in resolving
complex problems with 3G Network,components, Experience with: X-TEL,BTS,Ericsson Test Equipment,Nortel and Navigation Tools such as
Street Atlas or Delorme .
Contact4
08/2009-11/2009
*CINGULAR/NEW AT&T (Schaumburg - ILLINOIS) Contract3
03/2009-04/2009
Mobile Drive Tester Technician
. 850 & 1900 bands GSM Technology for 911 Call Test and Major R99 &
HSDPA testing
. Record Data to complete the required Information for TVW (Test
Validation Worksheet)
. Data voice Quality checking using the Engineering Mode on different
types of Handset
. Review & troubleshoot Customer Trouble Tickets, reports, updates and
support the SPE
. Network Coverage Performance old cell sites as well as Newly build
cell sites to the New Switches using UTMS 1900 and 850 Bands
*CINGULAR/NEW AT&T (Schaumburg - ILLINOIS)
Contarct2 10/2008-
12/2008
Mobile Drive Tester Technician Contarct1
11/2007-07/2008
. 850 & 1900 bands GSM Technology for 911 Call Test and Major R99 &
HSDPA testing
. Record Data to complete the required Information for TVW (Test
Validation Worksheet)
. Data voice Quality checking using the Engineering Mode on different
types of Handset
. Review & troubleshoot Customer Trouble Tickets, reports, updates and
support the SPE
. Rehome work for the Grant Park election Rally and, Network Coverage
Performance old cell sites as well as Newly build cell sites to the
New Switches using UTMS 1900 and 850 Bands
*EVDO & SITES SHAKEDOWN PROJECT FOR USCC (Maryland-Virginia & West-
Virginia) 04/2009-06/2009
Data Collection Engineer (Chicago - ILLINOIS)
07/2008-10/2008
. Optimization and on site Data collection using W-WCDAM Technology,
QXDM (Qualcom Extensive Data Mobile), TpMongEV Ver3 and MapInfo Ver
7.0 SCP for Navigation Tool
. Sites Shakedown, Winds Raw Data verifications and neighbour Handoff
check: continuity of IP bindings or PPP link layer state during an
interface change from one entity to another
. Data Processing using LDAT3G 4.13.0 for 1xEVDO and Generate report to
be submitted to the SPE
Send all the Datas Processed through the FTP for all Analysis and
Parameters Changes
*MOTOROLA (SCHAMBURG, ILLINOIS)
04/2007-11/2007
Technician Electro-Mobile
. Benchmark MotLabs ASR dictation software running on a Motorola mobile
device against competing software such as VST/Nuance using Adobe
Reader for Data Voice Translation using Automatic and Manual test
Protocol Tool. The Test is Performed in different types of
Environments (Quiet and Noisy)using a BT or without BT. Test Script
Validation with Fail/Pass
. Initially Ming Device/ROKR-E2 with Dictation and Adaptation capability
. Competing phones with dictation capability (VST Samsung) using the
STACATO Mode for voice Command
*CINGULAR/NEW AT&T (INDIANAPOLIS & CHICAGO)
02/2007-04/2007
Associate System Performance Engineer
. Investigate specific routes using PCTel Clarify BCCH scanner & RF Data
collection
. Spectrum Analyzer to measure frequency strength for channels
selections and Data Collection
. Layers Applications to report a Summary of recent Drive Statistics on
route completed. Subtract or Add any missing Channels on the BTS
Configuration to correct the Data.
Zip and Burn the Datas on a CD.Finally send them to the Project
Manager through the FTP Server or by Mail and, keep a record for all
the Equipments Issues.
*SPRINT/NEXTEL, Phoenix ( Arizona )
12/2006-02/2007
Data Collection Engineer
. Performed Drive testing using AGILENT CDMA 2000 Wireless Test
Equipment for Handset Testing
. Rehome Tests to ensure Site and network Performance meet carriers
Standards
. EVDO Testing using ANDREWS INVEX Test equipment to maintaining Network
Performance and Performed Site Functionality and Cluster Driving Test
to Ensure Proper Handoffs,Ensure Proper Neighbours list operation
.Find any Diminished Coverage Area,along with helping to Troubleshoot
Dropped Calls .Performed all Clusters Drive
. Customer service issue Troubleshooting and resolve testing issues in a
timely manner.
*CINGULAR, New Orleans (Louisiana and Baton Rouge)
08/2006-11/2006
Associate System Performance Engineer
. Sites Verifications & Dual Band Integration
. TEMS Investigation 7.1 and Map Info is used for the testing and data
collection
. Ericsson T616 Handset to Check connectivity on 850 bands call bouncing
to 1900 bands UMTS
. Perform a GSM/GPRS Wireless Voice and Data Technology standards, Open
Mobile Alliance (OMA) for GSM, GPRS, Enhanced Data rates for GSM
Evolution (EDGE), WIFI, and Bluetooth.
. Perform EDGE Protocol testing by interpreting signals and Deciphering
of Layers 3 Messages.
. Evaluate Test Equipment and Test plans from Vendors for new
Technologies
. Check for the right LAC (Link Access Control) and AC (Active Set)
through the phone by using the Engineering Mode automatically and
Manually.
*Metro-PCS, Detroit ( Michigan )
07/2006-08/2006
Data Collection Engineer
Complete field Data Collection, Post processing and Data Analysing.
Make sure for the accuracy of the Tower locations and Coverage issues.
Completed Site Survey and Validation by getting the Height (Using
Garmin GPS),the Location
(Lat and Long),the Azimuth and the Types Of Cell Towers (Lattice,Monopole,Guyed or Rooftop)
For a better idea of the Tower Impact on the Environment And Selection
of the Sites to hold
New Built (Cell Phone Tower).
*T-MOBILE, CW TESTING Detroit ( MICHIGAN ), Boston (Rhode Island)
06/2006-07/2006
Drive Tester Engineer
. Propagation of Model tuning by exposure to the Grayson, Set up the
Channel to be used.
. Grayson Wireless Transmitter and receiver were used with the
appropriate antenna, frequency and ERP .the Crane is used to erect the
antenna for testing, sector's orientation Verification and Measurement
Purpose.
. Perform field data collection Equipment setup (Wattmeter, Generator,
Omni Antenna)
. Drive designated Routes provided by Engineering for Site Coverage
Validation
. System performance evaluation and signal strength checking
*CHICAGO-EVDO Project for Sprint Chicago (ILLINOIS)
10/2005-05/2006
Data Collection and Support Engineer
. Perform Cluster Drive using Agilent E6474A Equipment for a Handset
Testing on the field
. Sites Optmization in accordance with the TVW (Test Validation
WorkSheet )
. Validate proper Site functionality and configuration to system test
levels and execute test plans in accordance with testing Schedule,
both manually and with automated testing Tools.
. Progress allocated tasks in accordance with the Project Plan.
. Verify the BTS, MAC & Channel radiate out to identify possible Swapped
Sector
. Perform defect analysis and ensure defects found are raised on the
Defect Tracking Tool
. Inter possible issues with incorrect Azimuths and, Coverage Validation
*MOTOROLA, Chicago (ILLINOIS)
02/2005-10/2005
System Tester
. Main objective is to improve effectiveness and quality of testing.
. Daily used of testing Tools such as system test, Modules Assembly for
testing materials Ability to prioritise, coordinate activities and
multitasking
*BRASSERIE BB, (FRANCE)
09/2000-08/2004
Data Collection Engineer
. Developed portions of Interoperability Certification Evaluation Plans
. Executed software protocol and performed tests on wireless products in
varying commercial infrastructures
. Executed Benchmark Handset Testing
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
* Netxperts, Illinois 11-12-2009
MCITP SQL Server 2005 ( MICROSOFT CERTIFIED IT PROFESSIONAL:
DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR)
MCTS ( MICROSOFT CERTIFIED TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST: SQL SERVER
2005 )
* Netxperts, Illinois 05-15-2008
Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 (MICROSOFT CERTIFIED)
* NetXperts, Illinois 04-17-2008
MCP ( MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL )
* IPTT, Lome
Certificate in Networking, 2001 - 2002
* Lycee Technique De Lome.
Baccalaureate Technique Quantitative Finance, 2001
* Elatsa (International Institute of Technology), Lome
Advanced Diploma in Technology and Applied Sciences, 98 - 2000
OTHER SKILLS
. Strategic Planning, Project Planning, Production and Inventory Control
OTHER LANGUAGES
. FRENCH Speak, read and write
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