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Mohamed Hadj Mohamed

Richfield,MN

Summary

Detail-oriented and highly skilled Optical Network Engineer with 12+ years of solid telecommunications experience, specializing in DWDM, SDH, WDM, and IP network technologies. Strong background in deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting of optical transmission systems, with extensive hands-on experience using OTDR, VFL, and advanced testing tools. Experienced in supporting large-scale network rollouts, ensuring network performance, and optimizing capacity for live traffic environments.
Authorized to work in the U.S. For any employer.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Optical Network Deployment & Support Engineer

Algeria Telecom
Algiers, Blida, Relizane
03.2009 - 10.2025
  • Led the planning, deployment, and commissioning of DWDM, WDM, and SDH networks across multiple sites.
  • Installed and configured Huawei OSN 8800, OSN 3500, BWG1600 equipment for optical backbone networks.
  • Conducted OTDR testing, optical link validation, and troubleshooting fiber optic paths for capacity upgrades.
  • Designed and optimized optical network layouts to ensure redundancy and minimal latency.
  • Deployed and configured Cisco routers, L3 switches supporting backbone DWDM networks.
  • Monitored network performance using tools like T2000 and E2000, ensuring high network availability.
  • Troubleshot and resolved issues related to fiber loss, breaks, attenuation, and hardware failures.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams to plan expansions for new regions and increased traffic demands.

Enhanced Premise Technician (Fiber Installation)

Lumen Technologies / CenturyLink
Minneapolis, MN
09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Installed, configured, and troubleshot PON networks and customer premises fiber installations.
  • Handled fiber optic terminations, splicing, and end-to-end service activation for residential and business customers.
  • Operated OTDR, power meters, and signal testers to verify and maintain fiber quality standards.

Wireless Network Deployment Engineer

Algeria Telecom
Relizane, Algeria
11.2013 - 10.2021
  • Supported wireless network deployment projects including eNodeB BTS3900 installations.
  • Performed RF surveys, drive testing, and optimization of 4G/LTE network coverage.
  • Worked closely with network operation teams to monitor and troubleshoot network alarms and outages.

Education

Master of Science - Electronic Engineering

Blida University
Algeria
12-2008

Skills

  • Optical Technologies: DWDM, WDM, SDH, OTN, OTDR Testing, Fiber Splicing, Troubleshooting Fiber Optic Networks
  • Networking Protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, HSRP, GLBP, VPNs, DNS, HTTP
  • Platforms: Cisco 37xx, 49xx, 65xx, 73xx, 76xx series routers and switches
  • Network Tools: T2000, E2000, ONX 580, OTDR,
  • Routing and Switching: VLANs, STP, RSTP, LACP, VTP, ACLs, NAT, PAT
  • Testing and Validation: VFL, Power Meters, Optical Spectrum Analysis, End-to-End Fiber Testing
  • Additional Skills: Network Design, Capacity Planning, Troubleshooting, Documentation, Customer Support

Certification

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (August 2023)

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Enhanced Premise Technician (Fiber Installation)

Lumen Technologies / CenturyLink
09.2022 - 07.2023

Wireless Network Deployment Engineer

Algeria Telecom
11.2013 - 10.2021

Optical Network Deployment & Support Engineer

Algeria Telecom
03.2009 - 10.2025

Master of Science - Electronic Engineering

Blida University

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