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Jacob Thomas

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Field-seasoned Principal Engineer with extensive expertise at Verizon Wireless, specializing in network planning and construction management. Demonstrated success in strategic planning and cost estimation, spearheading initiatives that optimize operational efficiency, mitigate risks, and maximize capital utilization.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal Engineer - Network Planning

Verizon Wireless
Grand Rapids, MI
11.2021 - Current
  • Formulated strategic plans and initiatives for Network and VBG environments to optimize productivity and enhance customer experience.
  • Executed ad-hoc analysis and research projects to drive efficiencies and resolve issues.
  • Designed comprehensive strategies for upgrading aging, end-of-life equipment to minimize exposure to risks, including EOL DAS, EOS DOT, EOS Ericsson BBUs, and Spidercloud.
  • Launched initiatives for capital avoidance and OPEX reduction, including IBV Decom and DAS OEM selection.
  • Provided ongoing support to Project Management and field teams throughout execution of plans and initiatives to ensure success.
  • Acted as the Strategy Team's construction and estimating expert, delivering cost estimates for nationwide programs.
  • Collaborated with the Budget Team to produce accurate cost estimates and appropriate project timelines for IBV capital planning.

Principal Engineer - Construction

Verizon Wireless
Grand Rapids, MI
02.2020 - 11.2021
  • Oversaw sales driven project execution across various sub-markets, each showcasing unique deployments.
  • Recommended construction and implementation practices to enhance the creation of new revenue-generating, customer-owned sales programs.
  • Spearheaded team project focused on developing construction cost estimations, guidelines, and ROM tools

Senior RF Engineer

Verizon Wireless
Indianapolis , IN
01.2015 - 02.2020
  • Designed and implemented systems for major venues and enterprises, ensuring timely delivery, and cost efficiency.
  • Managed projects end to end, from inception to completion.
  • Executed project strategies that prioritized budget adherence and schedule compliance.

DAS Division Manager

Perfect Wireless Solutions
Indianapolis, IN
01.2007 - 01.2015
  • Managed DAS Division, overseeing hiring, training, bidding, design, and installation services.
  • Executed RF design and implementation of DAS for major venues and cellular carriers.
  • Personally secured all training and certifications necessary to establish status as preferred integrator for DAS OEMs, Cellular Carriers, and 3POs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
05-2005

Skills

  • Construction management
  • Cost estimation
  • Network planning
  • Risk assessment
  • Project management
  • Data analysis
  • Strategic planning
  • Executive presentation

Certification

  • iBwave Design Certified Level 3

Affiliations

  • Amateur mechanic and classic automotive enthusiast

Timeline

Principal Engineer - Network Planning

Verizon Wireless
11.2021 - Current

Principal Engineer - Construction

Verizon Wireless
02.2020 - 11.2021

Senior RF Engineer

Verizon Wireless
01.2015 - 02.2020

DAS Division Manager

Perfect Wireless Solutions
01.2007 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications

Purdue University

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