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Andrew Zimmer

Spokane Valley,WA

Summary

Focused Electrical Engineer working directly with Clients to develop and implement product solutions. Operates in team environment, creatively interacting with team members to guide projects towards production of functional, reliable equipment with 9 years of experience pursuing precision in product development. Experience designing and manufacturing communications technologies. Designs, analyzes and brings life to broad variety of RF circuits and modules meeting exact customer specifications. Inventive mind driven to excellence through collaboration and high-powered problem-solving. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wireless RF Engineer/Layer 1 Engineer

Avista (Subcontractor)
12.2019 - Current
  • Designed and Blueprinted in Autocad communication links between microwave locations, substations, generation stations, and facilities
  • Created wiring diagrams
  • Designed and implemented telecommunication systems for fiber optic transmission, land mobile and cellular radio, analog/digital microwave, IP phone, multiplex equipment, monitoring and alarm systems, and AC/DC power systems
  • Conducted DC Load calculations for DC Battery backup Designs
  • Created BOM for communication and power designs
  • Solicited supplier quotes for cabling, connectors, racks, and rack equipment needed for projects
  • Submitted final hardware design packages including detailed drawings, BOM quotes, and settings delivered to technicians following installation package document
  • Complete node candidate evaluation/relocation
  • Review node A&E drawings, and validate as builds and closeout documents
  • Performed Site Surveys at over 20 Avista locations
  • Performed 2 Microwave Refresh projects with Nokia equipment at over 12 sites over 3 years
  • Completed Wildfire project at 2 substations & projects at 3 generation stations
  • Completed projects at 6 different Avista buildings, training facilities, and offices
  • Completed LMR refresh project at several microwave locations
  • Active on Protection Circuit project involving 5 sites including generation, substation, and microwave locations
  • SONET network maintain and design
  • Collaborated with telecom technicians, generation operators and engineers, substation engineers, drafters, microwave engineers, project managers, product owners, scrum masters, managers, and other layer 1 engineers for high efficiency in project deliveries
  • Worked on internal 5G/LTE expansion project involving design and implementation of Nokia equipment.

System Performance Engineer

Verizon
06.2015 - 01.2018
  • End to end responsibility for solution evaluation, design, commissioning, and optimization for macro and small cell nodes for 3G CDMA, IMS, 4G LTE, GSM, and 5G networks
  • Analyzed capacity needs for In-building solutions and supported In-building team with selection of correct DAS architecture needed per venue
  • Directly managed pre and post launch optimization, event monitoring, and prepare/analyze testing reports for all events at the Gorge Amphitheater DAS
  • Analyzed numerous KPIs using real time analysis and expertise to develop plans to reduce and improve Lost Calls, Ineffective Attempts, Failed Connection Attempts, Dropped Connections, RRC Setup Failures, RRC Drops, Context Setup Failures, Context Drops, Throughput, RACH, and SINR
  • Performed drive tests for SINR verification and post on-air optimization and verification
  • Enhanced system performance by optimizing software and hardware configurations leveraging RTT, Tableau, Atoll, ActixOne, MapInfo, and Google Earth
  • Developed robust monitoring tools for proactive identification of potential issues, resulting in reduced downtime
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal system performance with RF engineering, Transport, Real Estate, Maintenance Engineering, NRB, National Network Operations, Operations
  • Analyzed complex data sets to identify trends and areas for improvement, driving targeted solutions
  • Streamlined processes through automation, significantly reducing manual workload and increasing efficiency
  • Delivered critical system upgrades with minimal disruption to business operations by executing thorough testing and validation procedures
  • Resolved high-impact production issues swiftly, minimizing negative impact on endusers
  • Led root cause analysis efforts following incidents, identifying corrective actions and mitigating future risk
  • Evaluated emerging technologies for potential application within the organization's infrastructure, recommending strategic investments as appropriate
  • Conducted regular reviews of system architecture to identify opportunities for optimization or consolidation of resources
  • Partnered with vendors to address specific performance concerns, ensuring timely resolution of outstanding issues
  • Reviewed scalability, performance and load balancing of each application
  • Monitored and tested application performance to identify potential bottlenecks, develop solutions and collaborate with developers on solution implementation
  • Managed and monitored installed systems for highest level of availability
  • Resolved issues related to operational components for LAN, WAN and voice systems
  • Managed installation, upgrade and deployment projects and provided on-site direction for network engineers

RF Engineer

Verizon Wireless
05.2013 - 06.2015
  • Managed and designed macro and small cell networks in SW and Central Oregon including urban, sub-urban, and rural environments
  • Worked within RF design team for University of Oregon DAS within Autzen stadium and campus
  • Used Atoll and Geoplann to perform RF design, such as new site builds, carrier additions, issuing search rings, running RF propagation, site selection, and creating RF designs for new projects and for optimization projects including antenna selection/upgrades and placement(centerline, azimuths, down-tilts)
  • LTE, IMS, VoLTE, GSM, CDMA, 3G
  • Performed Antenna System design using several antenna types such as hex/octo port panel, cross-pol array, yagi, omni, etc and radio equipment such as RRHs and TMAs
  • Improved various network KPI's and to identify RF interference and other network issues
  • Worked with Regulatory, Real Estate, Project Management, Construction, Transport/Microwave, and Legal to increase efficiency, minimize cost, and streamline processes related to site acquisition, leasing, and zoning submissions
  • Prepared timely regulatory submissions such as EME, TVM's, and e911 to ensure 100% compliance to RFE mitigation standards
  • Implemented RF propagation and planning tools such as ATOLL, Google Earth, Sitetracker, Networkflow, Visio, ActixOne, MapInfo, MapBasic, and other Verizon Proprietary network tools for site candidate selection, zoning, regulatory, and propagation
  • Leveraged FCC and ULS Databases when planning new technologies, regulatory filings, and new site proposals to verify compliance
  • Conducted and oversaw field tests for new sites
  • Planned near term integration of new technologies for first applications in network
  • Reviewed construction drawings of cell sites
  • Performed site walks with Real Estate, Construction, and Property Owners for proposed macro sites
  • Attended and presented testimony at zoning hearings in support of new cell site proposals
  • Created RFDS, plumbing diagrams, SCIP Approvals, NST, CIQ forms for new build locations and modifications of existing sites
  • Used KPIs such as RSRP, SINR, RSRQ, Throughput, RRC Setup Failures, Call drops, Handover Failures and many others for analysis when designing new builds and for optimization projects
  • Analyzed and manipulated large data sets using Microsoft excel and tableau to find source of network deficiencies
  • Performed database audits to ensure accurate site information, project implementation, and reporting
  • Monitored post activation new builds and modifications to ensure changes were positive and update databases as necessary.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering -

Washington State University
Pullman, WA
12.2013

Skills

  • Power Systems Design & Testing
  • Equipment & Electrical System Design
  • Electrical Systems Specifications & Integration
  • Equipment Purchasing Specifications & Estimation
  • C/C and Python programming language
  • Computer Assisted Design CAD Software (Auto CAD)
  • 5G, LTE, VoLTE, WCDMA, CDMA, and GSM networks
  • Engineering and mapping software tools such as Atoll, Geoplan, RTT, Datapro
  • Design Wireless and Hardline communications systems involving copper and fiber links
  • Analysis and Reporting along with Propagation Modeling
  • RF Hardware Integration Development & Troubleshooting
  • RF Optimization & Performance Monitoring
  • RF Circuit Design & Safety Compliance
  • Material Cost Design & Estimates
  • Project Team Leadership & Management
  • System Instrumentation Design

Certification

Certified in Systems

References

  • Arden Yundt, RF/System Performance Engineer at Verizon, 541-805-9982
  • Ed Johnson, Principal Engineer at Verizon, 971-219-7818
  • David Kenny, Electrical Engineer at SEL, 509-863-6451
  • Craig Gamb, Layer 1 Engineer at Avista/Volt, 509

Additional Information

Owner | Konabass Productions LLC Spokane, WA

  • Coordinated and Produced over 80+ concerts and events with 50+ touring musical artists
  • Design and implement professional lighting and audio arrangements for all live events that range from 50 - 1500 people
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends then improved and implemented current and new styles into the events
  • Accounting, bookkeeping, designing, marketing, etc.
  • Utilized Adobe Suite to create all media content for company and website
  • DJ and emcee 8 corporate and wedding events
  • Created and managed a marketing team of 25 people & production team of 10.


Owner | Zimmer Motorsports Spokane, WA

  • Kart racing team providing over 20 years of karting experience
  • Develop young to older drivers
  • Kart & Parts sales for Italkart, TM, LO206, Rocket Sprockets, and other basic kart parts
  • Engine & Chassis tuning

Timeline

Wireless RF Engineer/Layer 1 Engineer

Avista (Subcontractor)
12.2019 - Current

System Performance Engineer

Verizon
06.2015 - 01.2018

RF Engineer

Verizon Wireless
05.2013 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering -

Washington State University

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