Sean O’Hara
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SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE
Over 25 years of engineering and analysis expertise in vendor management, system design, and cost analysis. Proven leader with a talent for guiding teams, mentoring junior staff, and translating complex technical details for non-technical stakeholders to drive informed decision- making. Committed to elevating customer satisfaction and generating revenue through innovative solutions.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MIMOMax Wireless / Salt River Project, Tempe, Arizona RF Field Engineer / Technical Support January 2022 – Present
• Troubleshoot existing and new installs; collaborate with radio vendors on firmware release changes affecting FAN radio operation.
• Survey, schedule, and complete Distribution Integration Capacitor Banks installations, assisting crews during the installation of control equipment.
• Certified in CIP High/Medium/Low, substation entry, annual NERC, and BESS training.
• Conduct path studies using Google Earth Pro, Radio Mobile, and EDX to determine feasibility and azimuths to master stations.
• Handle national and statewide travel for installations. Paradigm Consulting / Arizona Public Service, Deer Valley, Arizona SCADA RF Field Engineer July 2018 – Present
• Troubleshoot existing and new installs; train new field personnel in classroom and field settings.
• Maintain relationships with multiple APS departments and coordinate statewide installations.
• Perform repeater location and design for specific device locations.
• Certified in CIP High/Medium/Low, substation entry, annual NERC, and BESS training.
• Conduct path studies using Google Earth Pro and EDX. Kyber Consulting, Apache Junction, Arizona
Principal Consultant November 2016 – July 2018
• Develop new business and maintain existing customer relationships.
• Specify, design, and implement Smart Grid RF and IT solutions for PUC and commercial clients.
• Perform propagation studies and detailed attachment location plans for AMI networks.
• Oversee project deployments and deliverables; troubleshoot and maintain existing AMI networks.
Itron, Raleigh, North Carolina
Technical Project Manager - Level 2 April 2015 – July 2016
• Integrate RF solutions within Cisco CGR environments; provide high-level support.
• Supervise Windows and Linux administration; maintain network security and data protection.
• Design and implement network systems.
Interwrx, Mesa, Arizona
Lead Network Administrator / RF Network Design August 2014 – March 2015
• Manage RF networked systems; implement hosted customer websites and email services.
• Supervise Windows and Linux administration; maintain Microsoft Server infrastructure.
• Perform sales outreach and develop technical relationships with vendors. Chester’s Harley Davidson, Mesa, Arizona
Customer Sales Representative April 2014 – August 2014
• Sales representative for new Harley Davidson motorcycles.
• Increase revenue for the shop in both sales and service; maintain customer satisfaction. A & S Custom Cycles, North Royalton, Ohio
Business Development Manager May 2010 – January 2014
• Identify market growth opportunities and develop plans to penetrate new areas.
• Oversee the implementation of new business and employee development plans.
• Maintain business and technical relationships with supply vendors. Hexagram / Aclara RF Systems, Solon, Ohio
Senior Project Manager / Sales Director March 2005 – June 2012
• Develop and implement project plans for Automatic Meter Reading systems.
• Oversee site acquisition, operational procedures, and customer support.
• Develop sales leads through trade show presence. Nexus / Indigo, Lakewood, Ohio
Project Manager / Lead Systems Architect May 2004 – March 2005
• Develop and implement project plans for radiological imaging solutions.
• Perform intrusion detection projects and security analysis. R.D.I., Warrensville Heights, Ohio
Implementation Manager / Lead Systems Architect December 2003 – May 2004
• Lead selection process for new RIS/PACS systems; bring company into HIPPA compliance.
• Manage professional technical staff; develop operational procedures and policies. Sogeti USA, Cleveland, Ohio
Technical Project Manager / Lead Consultant December 2002 – December 2003
• Oversee planning, design, and implementation of systems for major healthcare providers.
• Standardize data center operations and establish performance metrics. Paragon Data Systems, Cleveland, Ohio
Project Manager / Networking Design Analyst January 2000 – December 2002
• Ensure correct specification, design, and implementation of customer hardware and custom software.
• Develop and maintain technical relationships with vendors. Automated Solutions Corporation, Richfield, Ohio
Director of Technical Services February 1994 – January 2000
• Specify, design, and implement networking hardware and custom software.
• Integrate RF technology with legacy IBM mainframes and UNIX-based networks. F.A.C., Broadview Heights, Ohio
IT Manager July 1994 – February 1996
• Supervise network system build-outs; implement customer access to the internet.
• Maintain and expand company voice systems.
Northern Ohio Cable, Doylestown, Ohio
Assistant Build Out Manager May 1991 – February 1993
• Co-supervise the build-out of new cable TV expansions; implement customer support database software.
EDUCATION
• Certification, Windows XP Professional, Horizon Center, Independence, OH February 2002
• Certification, Intermec RF Professional, INTERMEC, Everett, WA September 2001
• Certification, CCNA, WAVE, Beachwood, OH May 2000
• Certifications in Budgetary Principles, Customer Relations, Management 317, CSU, Cleveland, OH November 1998
• Certification, MCSE+ Internet, WAVE, Beachwood, OH July 1998
• Certification, Aironet/Telxon Wireless LAN Expert, Aironet Communications, Akron, OH
June 1998
• Certification, IBM Wireless and Systems Integration, IBM, New York, NY May 1998
• High School Diploma, Brecksville Senior High School, Brecksville, OH June 1984
• 2 Years Computer Science, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 1984 – 1986 KEY SKILLS
• RF Engineering and Troubleshooting
• Path Study Software: Google Earth Pro, Radio Mobile, EDX
• Vendor Management and Collaboration
• Team Leadership and Mentorship
• Compliance and Safety Training (CIP, NERC, BESS)
• Network Systems Design and Implementation
• Wi-Fi and BLE Network Optimization
• Cisco/Meraki Networking Environments
PERSONAL INTERESTS
• Licensed HAM Radio Operator (Call Sign: K9CLE)
• Motorcycling Enthusiast
• Photography Aficionado
• Custom PC Builder
REFERENCES
• Matt Russel 904-***-**** Personal
• Tom Stadler 480-***-**** Personal
• Jeff Benson Arizona Public Service 407-***-**** Professional
• Mike Welsh Itron 216-***-**** Professional
• Ryan Cooper Aclara 330-***-**** Professional