RF Engineer

DINYAR F. BUHARIWALLA

**** ***** ******** **** *** 208, Westland, MI 48185

Telephone: 314-***-****

Email: re85oq@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Working experience of more than two years as an RF/ Transmission designer in Fixed Wireless Network – Canopy, Expedience, Dragon wave and WiMAX

Design and installation of RF/Microwave/UHF-VHF wireless networks

Expertise and training in wireless domain such as TDMA, CDMA/GSM, LTE and WiMAX

Working knowledge of and experience with tools such as EDX, Pathloss, MapInfo, Garmin GPS-Survey, Topo – Map study and Planet EV

Fundamental understanding of RF Wave propagation with ability of logarithmic RF concept to perform link budget calculation and compare different products through technical specifications

Good RF skills in understanding neighbors, sectors, cell configurations, IBS with repeater and antenna concepts

Optimization techniques (proper antenna selection for optimal horizontal/vertical performance, mechanical/electrical tilting(RET), appropriate transmit power setting, antenna clearance, neighbor list analysis, etc.) for optimal site/cluster performance

Application Packages: MS Access, MS Office, Power Point, Volvo Sheet, Visio, Remedy and Cadence

Masters in Electrical Engineering – Bachelors in Electronics and Telecommunication

Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

U.S. Cellular®, St.Louis, MO

RF Engineer, Feb 2012- Present

• Radio systems design for 1X EVDO and LTE networks

• Design of wireless system radio coverage using RF engineering software and accepted engineering principles to determine equipment type, configuration, antenna placement, ERP, and to ensure compliance with Safety Code 6

• Optimization of wireless networks as part of integrating of new sites

• Work with other engineering departments as well as field operations and facilities to provide a sound technical design and support

• Site visits to evaluate the radio environment and testing

• Budgeting: Supports the capital budgeting process. Monitors and adjusts budgets on RF sponsored projects

• Capacity: Forecasts voice and data traffic. Designs and monitors air interface capacity reviewing with System Performance and Network Operations. Create work orders to allocate and implement capacity additions and changes to RF network.

• Identify and justify sites, issues SARF's, assists with site selection and acquisition, RF design (coverage, capacity, and frequency planning with neighboring markets), budget analysis, and coordinates and reviews site integration process. Working with regional teams to develop and implement long range market plans. Designs in-building coverage systems.

• Modification Design: Designs and implements system changes which improve or sustain quality performance of the network in a timely and effective fashion. Develops design modification options and recommends solutions. Acts as the technical owner for implementation and provides project support with System Performance Engineering, Network Operations, and Network Engineering

• Regulatory: Coordinates and analyzes incoming/outgoing frequency/PN plans and extension agreements with neighboring carriers. Produces MPE and AM studies. Coordinates RF parameters for E-911. Coordinates RF data for FCC filings

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Barrett Xplore, Markham, Ontario

RF Engineer, August 2009-June 2011

• Performed RF network design, planning and optimization activities

• Designed PTMP RF infrastructure for broadcast to achieve desired subscriber coverage. This included: site selection, Link budget analysis, frequency planning for licensed and unlicensed spectrum, interference analysis, traffic and capacity calculations, configuration, project costing, and producing request for capital documents/reports while developing cost analysis benefits

• Capacity modeling, monitoring, and planning for broadband wireless internet

• Performed wireless backhaul design (point to point links)

• Examine and determined equipment and antenna co-location requirements for different technologies(Canopy, Expedience and WiMAX) for the best optimization

• Produced field plans for each site for upgrades or new sites deployment

• Design and plan in building coverage using distributed antenna system

• Interference mitigation through analysis and coordination for live and planned network to improve system performance

• Developed and document standard RF networking procedures and default parameters for Xplore net that accurately reflect industry best practices while interpreting and explaining legislation

• Coordinated accurate time lines of sight and scope of work options for network expansions and new installations

• Worked with internal teams (Analytics, Marketing, VRE, Field Operations and Network Operations) to implement solutions to problems

• Investigated, analyzed and repaired network failures as required, and work with internal teams to develop and implement solutions to problems.

• Facilitated and presented network design proposals/ presentation for management to consider when preparing to roll out a new project - request for capital

• Conducted regular tests on process, ensured its smooth functioning, forecasted need of process and recommended all upgrades for process

Bell/ Huawei, Toronto, Ontario

RF Drive Test Engineer, June 2009 – August 2009

• Performed Drive Test & Analysis the log file using drive test tool Agilent E6474A for HSPA network

• Tested different types of drive test (Pre, Post)

• Checked the functionality, coverage, handover during cluster drive test

• Maintained RSCP, EC/Io, pilot pollution and handovers

• Implemented immediate changes for system problems encountered during testing such as call and hand off testing to neighbor cells and systems; verification of signal orientation from site

• Verified drive test data to ensure data is not corrupt before presenting to customers and report recommendations

Rogers Wireless, Toronto, Ontario

RF Engineer, October - November 2008

• Worked on existing GSM and UMTS Networks and recommended changes for cost benefits

• Gathered data of existing sites, investigate discrepancies, validate and create accurate site database

• Created site sector coordinates using various radio Engineering tools such as Planet Ev, MapInfo

• Reported discrepancies and findings in a well-established spreadsheet

• Contributed to summarizing data analysis and recommended changes

• Analyzed Propagation Prediction for best sector/site and interference

Arya Communication and Electronics Ltd, Mumbai, India

Planning / Transmission Engineer, March 2006 - July 2007

• Installed and commissioned Nokia, NEC PDH/ SDH Microwave, Alcatel-Lucent BTS Mod CDMA, ZTE Switch ZXWN WCDMA (3G) mobile switch with cable routing and supplying power to the unit

• Installed Tower mount amplifier (TMA) at the outdoor BTS cell sites.

• Installed and working knowledge of duplexer and diplexer as and when required at the sites.

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• Maintained NMS activity of radio sites and providing IP Networking

• Planning, Design and maintenance of Cellular site including transport(BH and mux), power plant and generators

• Performed Microwave, RF – indoor/ outdoor surveys, topographic map study preparation of path profile and link engineering

• Coordinated field engineers for the microwave survey as team leader in fast spaced and changing environment.

• Performed RF surveys for enhance solutions for in-building locations

• Analyzed MW network performance such as antenna heights and produce reports

• Prepares Site on-air reports for the indoor Sites to be submitted for acceptance of the operator.

• Conducts technical site survey for GSM/UMTS In-Building Solutions (IBS)

• Installation and management of IBS antenna systems

• Test and inspect during installation of BH at site to ensure that activities performed and all services installed function properly

• Designed and analyzed VHF point to point microwave link

• Managed telecommunication resources such as VHF portable radios and fixed infrastructure

Tata Teleservices Maharashtra Ltd., Mumbai, India

Telecom Engineer, September - December 2005

• Provided Lease Line (E1 or 2Mb) – ISDN, DSL.

• Configured and installed loop and Rad modems using back to back set up

• Provided customer 24x7 customer support and participated in on-call rotation for same

• Implemented the trouble shooting of links (WAN/ LAN) using BER meter.

• Climbed and worked on Mobile towers for installation of Micro wave antennas

• Worked on color coded wires for making straight and cross cable connections using RJ45 connectors

EDUCATION

University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario

Masters of Electrical Engineering, September 2008

Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University-MIT College, Aurangabad, Maharashtra

Bachelor of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, July 2005

Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education

Diploma in Electronics & Video Engineering, June 2003

Certification

• Licentiate in Electronics and Radio servicing

• Licentiate in Advanced Electronics and Video Servicing

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