Network Engineer Design
Resume:
Calvin T. Smith
Charlotte, North Carolina
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SUMMARY
I am an experienced and detail-oriented Telecommunications professional with strong suits in leadership skills as well as technical expertise. I’m a highly motiviated individual who communicates effectively with others and is deadline-driven with the ability to learn new technologies and work in a fast-paced team environment.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KCI Telecommunications, Harriburg, NC February 2023 – Present
Network Engineer
Working as a consultant to Spectrum Enterprise formerly Charter Communications.
Data networking knowledge, such as open systems interconnection (OSI) model, transmission control protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP) and optical transport.
Interpreting and implementing network designs based on Optical Transport Network (OTN) documentation provided by Spectrum Design Engineer.
Planning network maintenances and preparing Method of Procedures consisting of detailed parts, installation instructions and appropriate documentation to support an efficient installation and maintenance process for various cell tower backhaul and enterprise customers.
Extensive experience configuring, deploying, operation and tesing of optical DWDM, Layer 2-3 and IP/MPLS networks.
Configuring (scripting) of Layer 2-3 Ethernet switches.
In-depth knowledge of high speed 100/400G optical networking interfaces as well as IP data protocols (BGP, OSPF, ISIS, RSVP, etc.)
Extensive optical experience with Cisco, Fujitsu, Nokia, Juniper, Ciena, Alcatel and other various types of vendor equipment.
Thorough knowledge and daily use of applications such as Cisco Node Controller (Cisco), Netsmart 1500 (Fujitsu), NFMT Client (Nokia), One Control & Site Manager (Ciena), Blue Planet (Cyan) and other management applications.
Test and turn up of enterprise fiber services including cell tower back haul over MPLS and SONET, DIA, EPL, ELAN, DS-x, OC-xx, and wavelength services.
Work with equipment vendors/contractor to ensure proper application of equipment to the network and to identify and resolve network-impacting issues.
Extensive working knowledge of CWDM, DWDM, SONET and Ethernet technologies.
A strong understanding of outside plant fiber, dark fiber splicing and fiber span loss.
Experience with Granite Inventory Database.
METRO SYSTEMS \ TANDYM GROUP, Charlotte, NC July 2022 – November 2022
Optical Network Engineer
Worked as a consultant to Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Built and rolled out global DWDM networks in a Datacenter environment.
Drove scaling current DWDM designs to meet the demands of AWS customers.
Created processes that help operate and built the AWS DWDM network.
Worked closely with other AWS networking departments on new designs.
Evaluated alternative equipment and driver commercial tender process.
Ensured that the DWDM network adhered to the defined network standard.
Reviewed and implemented changes to the DWDM network.
Drove operational excellence projects to drive improvements in the AWS DWDM network quality and reliability.
Troubleshooted complex problems and developed innovative solutions day to day on the AWS network.
DATAFIELD TECHNOLOGY SERVICES, Charlotte, NC March 2016 – July 2022
Network Engineer
Worked as a consultant to Spectrum Enterprise formerly Charter Communications.
Data networking knowledge, such as OSI model, TCP/IP and optical transport.
Interpreted and implemented network designs based on Optical Transport Network (OTN) documentation.
Planned network maintenances and prepared Method of Procedures (MOP) consisting of detailed parts, installation instructions and appropriate documentation to support an efficient installation and maintenance process for various cell tower backhaul and enterprise customers.
Extensive experience configuring, deploying, operation and tesing of optical DWDM, Layer 2-3 and IP/MPLS networks.
Configured (scripting) of Layer 2-3 Ethernet switches.
In-depth knowledge of high speed 100/400G optical networking interfaces as well as IP data protocols (BGP, OSPF, ISIS, RSVP, etc.)
Extensive optical experience with Cisco, Fujitsu, Nokia, Juniper, Ciena and other various types of vendor equipment.
Thorough knowledge and daily use of applications such as CTC (Cisco), Netsmart 1500 (Fujitsu), NFMT Client (Nokia), One Control & Site Manager (Ciena), Blue Planet (Cyan) and other management applications.
Test and turn up of enterprise fiber services including cell tower back haul over MPLS and SONET, DIA, EPL, ELAN, DS-x, OC-xx, and wavelength services.
Worked with equipment vendors/contractor to ensure proper application of equipment to the network and to identify and resolve network-impacting issues.
Extensive working knowledge of CWDM, DWDM, SONET and Ethernet technologies.
A strong understanding of outside plant fiber, rdark fiber splicing and fiber span loss.
Experience with Granite Inventory Database.
WINDSTREAM COMMUNICATIONS, Matthews, NC July 2014 – March 2016
Transport Engineer
Designsed, ordered equipment and project managed the growth and change of the DLCs and Next Gen DLCs, TDM, ADSL/xDSL, FTTx, Optical Transport Networks and Layer 2 data networks.
Strong understanding of DWDM, CWDM, EoC, EoS and Optical Transport networks utilizing Cisco, Cyan, Adtran, Calix, Optelian, Accedian, Hatteras and other vendor products.
Knowledge and use of applications CTC/CTM (Cisco), Netsmart 1500 (Fujitsu) and Blue Planet (Cyan).
Was responsible for cost efficient solutions, which provided adequate capacity and high network reliability.
Worked with equipment vendors to ensure proper application of equipment to the network and identified and resolved network-impacting issues.
Managed multiple projects ensuring network capacity is available and customer needs weree fulfilled as promised.
Interacted and coordinated with local operations, installation contractors and marketing on a daily basis. Managed capital required for all project needs.
Utilized queries and updated various support systems such as Metasolv (M6) and Remedy, element management systems and records systems required to manage both projects and the network. Identifies process improvement strategies to ensure successful network deployment.
Prepared Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and identified customers that may be impacted by the work on the Windstream network.
TEK SYSTEMS INC., Charlotte, NC January 2013 – July 2014
Transport Engineer
Worked as a consultant to Windstream Communications.
Designsed, ordered equipment and project managed the growth and change of the DLCs and Next Gen DLCs, TDM, ADSL/xDSL, FTTx, Optical Transport Networks and Layer 2 data networks.
Strong understanding of DWDM, CWDM, EoC, EoS and Optical Transport networks utilizing Cisco, Cyan, Adtran, Calix, Optelian, Accedian, Hatteras and other vendor products.
Knowledge and use of applications CTC/CTM (Cisco), Netsmart 1500 (Fujitsu) and Blue Planet (Cyan).
Was responsible for cost efficient solutions, which provided adequate capacity and high network reliability.
Worked with equipment vendors to ensure proper application of equipment to the network and identified and resolved network-impacting issues.
Managed multiple projects ensuring network capacity is available and customer needs weree fulfilled as promised.
Interacted and coordinated with local operations, installation contractors and marketing on a daily basis. Managed capital required for all project needs.
Utilized queries and updated various support systems such as Metasolv (M6) and Remedy, element management systems and records systems required to manage both projects and the network. Identifies process improvement strategies to ensure successful network deployment.
Prepared Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and identified customers that may be impacted by the work on the Windstream network.
ALLIANCE OF PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANTS, Charlotte, NC September 2011 – January 2013
Transport Engineer
Worked as a consultant to DukeNet Communications, LLC for Alliance of Professional Consultants.
Interpreted Network diagrams, forms and systems based on SOW’s provided by Design Engineers.
Create Job Packages for the installation and turn-up of carrier grade telecommunications systems based on designs for cell backhaul customers Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile and various other customers.
Directed the activities of installation technicians who are assigned to various projects including managing their schedules and identifying issues. Keep all documentation up to date for the work efforts that installation technicians are assigned to.
Implemented network solutions for customers utilizing either fiber or wavelength technologies. Work with the Systems Architect Engineer to ensure that their customer specific design solutions will properly integrate with the overall network architecture.
Developed specified installation steps, work operations and sequencing for each project - Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and identify any customers that may be impacted by the work on DukeNet’s network.
Interfaced with all external contractor teams supporting project initiatives. Prepare 'as build' documentation for all equipment installed at a customer site.
Experience in performing engineering installation tasks and duties; working knowledge of telecom transport technologies; and working knowledge of common practices in the telecom industry.
Demonstrated a strong understanding of Cisco M6 and 15000 Series Platform, Cyan Z-Series, Fujitsu Platform, Telco Systems, JDSU or other comparable vendor supplied Network Equipment.
Demonstrated experience and understanding of CWDM and DWDM technology.
Worked with and have a strong understanding of outside plant fiber, regular splicing and dark fiber splicing.
Experience in Ethernet and SONET network technologies and various fiber topologies such as Ringed, Point-To-Point, and Diverse and Non-Diverse routing
Cyan Certificate of Training, Cyan Z-Series Systems Overview and Hands-in Lab
Experience with Fujitsu and Cisco craft interface software
MASTEC ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES, Charlotte, NC July 2010 – September 2011
TEO/VIPS Engineer/Detail Engineer
Prepared Quote documentation for AT&T to Engineer, Furnish and Install using AT&T applications and databases such as VIPS, CMAS, BTAS and SYNCTRAC.
Analyzed and engineered in TELCO central offices and remote sites using AT&T Telephone Equipment Orders, survey analysis and other planning documents.
Applied knowledge/understanding of various SONET equipment and applications, MSPP, MSTP, DWDM, VOIP, synchronous timing, DSL, broadband, repeaters and other high-end equipment used in central office and remote environments.
Technical understanding of Juniper MX960/MX480, Fujitsu Flashwave Equipment (FW7500, FW5150, FW4100), DMX, DMXTend, CISCO MSPP 15454, CISCO ROADM 15454, Redback SE800, Adtran TA5000 and TA3000, CISCO 7609, Ericsson BLM-1500 and Genband G-6, Alcatel 7450 & 7750 and other OEM products.
AFL NETWORK SERVICES – SOUTHEAST, Charlotte, NC June 2004 – June 2010
TEO Prep Manager/Detail Engineer
Managed group of personnel insuring the timely flow of work from receipt of Bellsouth Equipment Request (BER) from AT&T (formerly BellSouth) customer to hand-off in form of a Telephone Equipment Order to internal AFL engineering and installation groups as well as to the AT&T customer.
Analyzed and engineered in TELCO central offices and remote sites using Telephone Equipment Orders, survey analysis and other planning documents.
Interfaced as liaison between AFL and local AT&T customer to solve engineering, installation and material issues to meet the requested complete dates.
LUCENT TECHNOLOGIES INC., Charlotte, NC May 1996 – May 2004
Telecommunications Engineer/MTS-1
Analyzed and detail engineered in TELCO central offices and remote sites using Telephone Equipment Orders, survey analysis and other planning documents.
Obtained and coordinated the installation of Lucent, Fujitsu, Tellabs, Alcatel, Marconi and other vendor equipment using cable/framework, power and switchboard disciplines.
Applied knowledge/understanding of various SONET equipment and applications, DWDM, VOIP, synchronous timing, DSL, broadband, repeaters and other high-end equipment used in central office and remote environments.
Provided technical support and survey analysis of central offices and remote sites for BellSouth Engineering Team.
Interfaced as liaison between Lucent and local AT&T customer to solve engineering and installation issues, helped expedite the installation of equipment and assist in planning future equipment placement.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science Degree, Electrical Engineering Technology, South Carolina State University, Orangeburg, SC, 1993
RELATED SKILLS
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Visio, Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills
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