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Mohamed BIHANE

Columbus

Summary

Accomplished Field Engineer with extensive experience on Nokia RAN equipment and the T-Mobile RAN network, excelling in commissioning, integration, and operation & maintenance. Successfully integrated hundreds of cell sites, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams, ensuring seamless operation, and smooth and fast integration. Proficient in Nokia RAN systems, consistently delivering high-quality results.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Filed Technician

WAVSYS
Columbus
10.2024 - Current
  • Performed preventative maintenance on equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations requiring immediate attention.
  • Diagnosed system issues by running tests, troubleshooting hardware and software problems and replacing defective components.
  • Conducted site surveys for new installations, including evaluation of existing infrastructure and installation requirements.
  • Managed inventory of field supplies and equipment to ensure availability and readiness.

Field Engineer

AMDOCS
Denver
06.2020 - 09.2023
  • Successfully commissioned and integrated hundreds of T-Mobile Anchor, Sprint Keep, and small cell sites.
  • I performed call, data, and E911 call tests for all sites that I have integrated.
  • Supervise the tower crew and make sure the installation matches the RFDS and port matrix of the site.
  • Performed troubleshooting, fixed all problems, and cleared all alarms that were present on the site during and after integration.
  • Prepared all the integration close-out reports.

Field Engineer

Ericsson
Seattle
10.2019 - 05.2020
  • Successfully commissioned and integrated more than 40 AT&T LTE, and 5G cell sites.
  • I performed call, data, and E911 call tests for all sites that I have integrated.
  • Performed troubleshooting, fixed all problems, and cleared all alarms that were present on the site during and after integration.
  • Prepared all the integration close-out reports.

Field Engineer

WAVSYS
Jacksonville and Birmingham
12.2016 - 05.2019
  • Successfully commissioned and integrated more than 200 T-Mobile 2G, 3G, LTE, and 5G cell sites.
  • I performed call, data, and E911 call tests for all sites that I have integrated.
  • Supervise the tower crew and make sure the installation matches the RFDS and port matrix of the site.
  • Performed troubleshooting, fixed all problems, and cleared all alarms that were present on the site during and after integration.
  • Prepared all the integration close-out reports.

Field Engineer

GLOTEL
Fort Lauderdale
11.2015 - 11.2016
  • Successfully commissioned, integrated, and supervised the installation of more than 50 T-Mobile 2G, 3G, and LTE cell sites.
  • Supervised the antenna swap of more than 50 T-Mobile sites; this work included the commissioning of the RETs, MHA, and clearing alarms.
  • I performed call tests, data tests, and E911 call tests on all the sites I worked on.
  • Maintenance and troubleshooting; this work included all kinds of alarms: RF, MW transmission, router, fibers, DC power, software, and hardware issues.
  • Prepared all the integration close-out reports.

Field Engineer

GLOTEL
Columbus
09.2015 - 10.2015
  • Successfully commissioned and integrated more than 30 T-Mobile 2G, 3G and LTE sites.
  • Performed call, data and E911 call tests for all sites that I have integrated.
  • Supervise tower crew and make sure the installation is matching the RFDS and port matrix of the site.
  • Performed troubleshooting, fixed all problems and cleared all alarms that were present in the site during and after integration.
  • Prepared all the integration close-out reports.

Commissioning and Integration Engineer

KINETICOM
Portland, Pittsburgh
09.2014 - 05.2015
  • Successfully commissioned and integrated more than 40 T-Mobile 2G, 3G, and LTE sites.
  • I performed call, data, and E911 call tests for all sites that I have integrated.
  • Supervise the tower crew and make sure the installation matches the RFDS and port matrix of the site.
  • Performed troubleshooting, fixed all problems, and cleared all alarms that were present on the site during and after integration.
  • Prepared all the integration close-out reports.

Field Maintenance Engineer

Ericsson
Algiers, ALGERIA
07.2010 - 12.2013
  • Installed and maintained telecommunications equipment in various field locations.
  • Diagnosed technical issues and performed necessary repairs on network systems.
  • Managed inventory of spare parts and tools for efficient operations.
  • Provided technical support to other departments as needed.
  • Performed troubleshooting activities such as diagnosing system malfunctions and repairing and replacing defective components.

Operations & Maintenance Engineer

Mobiserve Algeria
Algiers, ALGERIA
11.2009 - 07.2010
  • Managed daily operations and maintenance of telecommunications equipment.
  • Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal system performance.

Education

Master Degree - Telecommunications

University Abu-Baker BELKAID
Tlemcen, Algeria

Skills

  • Report preparation
  • Safety procedures
  • System maintenance
  • RFDS compliance
  • Alarm clearing
  • Integration close-out
  • Network troubleshooting
  • Field supervision
  • Technical documentation
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Proficiency in Nokia 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G systems
  • Troubleshooting
  • Installation planning

Certification

  • 10-HR OSHA training for construction industry Online, 7/2024
  • RF awareness training Online, 7/2024
  • Bloodborne pathogens compliance training Online, 7/2024
  • PPE training Online, 3/2024
  • Adult and Paediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Online, 6/2024
  • T-Mobile L600 project T-Mobile L600 project Installation, Atlanta, GA 9/2014 (2 days)
  • 2G/LTE Nokia Flexi BTS 2G/LTE Nokia Flexi BTS, installation, commissioning, integration and troubleshooting Irving Dallas, Texas 9/2014 (5 days)
  • NEC iPASO Link Micro-wave transmission system: equipment architecture, installation, commissioning and troubleshooting, Oran, Algeria 1/2013 (5 days)
  • NSN Flexi Packet Micro-wave transmission system: equipment architecture, installation, commissioning and troubleshooting Oran, Algeria 4/2013 (5 days)
  • NSN Flexi Multi-radio BTS Equipment architecture, installation, commissioning and troubleshooting: NSN certificate was issued Oran, Algeria 2/2012 (9 days)
  • Ericsson Marconi MDRS SDH Tiaret, Algeria, 1/2011 (3 days)
  • Huawei Training Center - CDMA2000 technology Network architecture, commissioning and troubleshooting of the Radio Access Controller RAC6610 and BTS3606: Huawei Training Certificate was provided Shenzen, China, 5/2006 (3 weeks)

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Filed Technician

WAVSYS
10.2024 - Current

Field Engineer

AMDOCS
06.2020 - 09.2023

Field Engineer

Ericsson
10.2019 - 05.2020

Field Engineer

WAVSYS
12.2016 - 05.2019

Field Engineer

GLOTEL
11.2015 - 11.2016

Field Engineer

GLOTEL
09.2015 - 10.2015

Commissioning and Integration Engineer

KINETICOM
09.2014 - 05.2015

Field Maintenance Engineer

Ericsson
07.2010 - 12.2013

Operations & Maintenance Engineer

Mobiserve Algeria
11.2009 - 07.2010

Master Degree - Telecommunications

University Abu-Baker BELKAID