Chiedozie Iwuagwu
Gurnee,IL
Summary
Accomplished RF/RAN Engineer with a proven track record in enhancing network performance and driving project success. Demonstrates expertise in network configuration, troubleshooting, and team mentoring, leading to improved operational efficiency. Known for fostering technical improvements and delivering substantial results across various projects. Committed to leveraging technical skills to support continuous growth and innovation in telecommunications.
A great team player.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior DAS/RAN Engineer
Teletek Services LLC (T-Mobile DAS Project)
10.2024 - Current
- N19 Add/5G baseband upgrade for enhanced network performance.
- Router upgrade/IXR-e added to support the 5G upgrade.
- CommScope, JMA, SOLiD DAS commissioning, call test, and walk test using Nemo Kit.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress updates.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Finished projects on time and within budget.
Network Engineer III (FAST – NCM)
Artech Information Systems LLC
Chicago, IL
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Company Overview: Verizon Project.
- Ericsson and Samsung 4G/5G on NSA/SA, TDD/FDD network capacity upgrade (BBU swap-out/upgrade, DB conversion), and performance monitoring to identify and resolve network faults.
- Network performance improvement by identifying and resolving bottlenecks, optimizing configurations, and implementing best practices.
- Identifying and resolving RF performance-related faults, and guiding the operations team on fault resolution.
- Acquired and maintained advanced knowledge of networking protocols.
- Troubleshooting complex network issues, reducing downtime, and improving user satisfaction.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support network infrastructure for critical projects and initiatives.
Senior RF/RAN Engineer
GTA LLC
Chicago, IL
08.2018 - 09.2022
- Company Overview: T-Mobile - Magenta Integration Team.
- Integration of Ericsson, Samsung, and Nokia 4G/5G macro and DAS FDD/TDD nodes, and troubleshooting/resolution of RF performance-related issues.
- Familiarity with Ericsson, Samsung, and Nokia network management, and their various applications for seamless integration and optimization of RAN.
- Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, including voice and data KPIs trend audits, to identify and troubleshoot to resolution before handing off to the operations team.
- Resolved critical issues during system integration phases, and worked with teams to automate performance checks for faster site upgrades.
- Enhanced network performance by conducting thorough failure analysis and recommending improvements.
- Conducted analyses addressing failure, reliability, or yield improvement.
SME - Radio Access Network
LM Ericsson
04.2014 - 10.2017
- Company Overview: Middle East, and Africa
- Presented technical findings on the 3G/4G RAN domain to stakeholders, ensuring a clear understanding of project status and goals.
- Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements that were required.
- Led RAN engineering teams to complete assigned projects on time and within budget.
- Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
- Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvement strategies to reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
- Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in increased operational efficiency across multiple departments.
- Illustrated potential obstacles when conducting site assessments for planned projects.
- Managed customer relations by responding promptly to inquiries, complaints, and feedback.
RAN Specialist
NTN Nigeria Communications Ltd
Lagos, Nigeria
04.2004 - 03.2014
- Company Overview: The Biggest Carrier in Africa.
- Second-line support to BSS/RAN engineers and RF/optimization engineers on RAN-related faults and capacity issues.
- Provided detailed information on hardware and software products to enable stakeholders to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Acquired and maintained advanced knowledge of networking protocols
- Installed, supported, and maintained the company's RAN hardware and software infrastructure according to best practices.
- Established effective communication channels with stakeholders to address their concerns about the performance of the company’s networks.
- Improved network performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks, optimizing configurations, and implementing best practices.
Education
MSc. - Cloud Computing Systems
University of Maryland
College Park, MD12.2025
BEng. - Electrical/Electronics Engineering
University of PortHarcourt
Rivers State, NigeriaSkills
- JMA DAS Commissioning and Integration
- SOLiD Commissioning and Integration
- CompTIA Security
- Certified in Cybersecurity
- Google Cybersecurity Professional
- 4G/5G NSA/SA network technologies, architecture, protocol
- OSI Model
- Network troubleshooting abilities
- Network performance monitoring
- Python
- Wireless Networking Proficiency
- Networking and routing protocol expertise
- Backup and recovery
Skills Certifications
- JMA DAS Commissioning and Integration
- ALLIANCE Commissioning and Integration
- 4G/5G NSA/SA Network technologies/Protocol
- ALLIANCE – DAS 101
- Layer-2/3 protocols
- IP Addressing and Subnetting
- Network Troubleshooting Abilities
- Network device monitoring
- Network performance monitoring
- Python, SQL
- Wireless Networking Proficiency
- 4G/5G Call flow
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior DAS/RAN Engineer
Teletek Services LLC (T-Mobile DAS Project)
10.2024 - Current
Network Engineer III (FAST – NCM)
Artech Information Systems LLC
09.2022 - 04.2024
Senior RF/RAN Engineer
GTA LLC
08.2018 - 09.2022
SME - Radio Access Network
LM Ericsson
04.2014 - 10.2017
RAN Specialist
NTN Nigeria Communications Ltd
04.2004 - 03.2014
MSc. - Cloud Computing Systems
University of Maryland
BEng. - Electrical/Electronics Engineering
University of PortHarcourt
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