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NOMAN SALEEM

Sacramento,USA

Summary

Experienced and results-driven Telecommunications Engineer with over 13 years of expertise in fiber outside plant (OSP) engineering, specializing in fiber optic design, network deployment, and maintenance. Proven success in supporting large-scale projects, including 5G site deployments and fiber network upgrades, with a strong track record in meeting service level agreements (SLAs) and achieving key performance indicators (KPIs). Highly skilled in reviewing and approving high-level designs, performing field audits, and ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr Engr Spec-Outside Plant

Verizon
Folsom
06.2021 - Current
  • Create engineering work orders in Canvas, and issue NTPs (Notice to Proceed) to vendors.
  • Conduct joint site walks with vendors and city inspectors to ensure alignment with project specifications.
  • Review and approve high-level designs, permit drawings, and as-built closeout packages to ensure compliance with Verizon standards.
  • Evaluate and approve fiber test results, ensuring adherence to Verizon's quality standards.
  • Complete fiber assignments and manage fiber panel sheets, ensuring that they are updated.
  • Perform field audits before and after construction to verify compliance with quality standards.
  • Fix broken circuits within Fiber Services to ensure network functionality, and reduce downtime.
  • Successfully created 2024 and 2025 production schedules for the Sacramento to Salt Lake City 600-mile ULH fiber upgrade project.
    Completed fiber high-level design and build cost estimates for 2025 Verizon Macro new build and conversion sites.
  • Led a step-up project to estimate fiber build costs for upgrading Verizon's microwave sites to fiber.
  • Assess and approve vendor requests for troubleshooting hours, providing essential support for prompt resolution.
  • Review vendor invoices for accuracy, ensuring timely payment processing.
  • Attend deep-dive meetings with vendors, offering engineering support as needed.
  • Worked closely with the financial team on the Concord Core closeout process.
  • Successfully operated independently with minimal supervision, managing a diverse range of concurrent activities, and meeting SLAs and KPIs.

OSP Design Engineer

AFL Network Services Inc.
Sacramento, USA
07.2016 - 02.2020
  • Design fiber backbone projects and AT&Ts Engineering Work Orders (ASE/ABF/CRAN/ETTC/BAU)
  • Execute all tasks related to the Engineering Work Order design process.
  • Conduct thorough analysis and research to create engineering designs that meet the project’s scope, requirements, timelines, and budget constraints.
  • Utilize tools such as Aramis-DT, MIC, JAM, ASEDb, JPMTS, and NavigateLA to manage and streamline the design workflow efficiently.
  • Perform quality checks on designs to ensure they adhere to customer specifications, industry standards, practices, and guidelines.
  • Address any deviations identified during quality audits (both internal and external) within 24 hours to maintain compliance. - Create and assemble necessary fielding packages.
  • Request layout designs, TCP (Traffic Control Plan) designs, and conduct pole-loading analyses.
  • Obtain permits and joint Pole Agreements (JPAs), and perform Right-of-Way/easement checks.
  • Review fielding information and integrate it into the design package to ensure consistency and accuracy.
  • Share insights and learnings with immediate and associated teams to foster collaboration and continuous improvement

OSP Engineer II

Digital Intelligent Systems
Folsom
03.2020 - 05.2021
  • Complete and issue the NTP to the vendor for 5G and macro sites.
  • Conduct joint site walks with the vendor and the city.
  • Review and approve high-level design, detailed design, and as-built design.
  • Provide support during splicing and testing activities using fiber schematics and FTP layouts.
  • Attend weekly meetings with the vendors, and provide engineering support as needed.

Project Manager

Al-Sharq Office Co.
Riyadh, KSA
03.2014 - 01.2016
  • Planned and proposed the necessary OSP operations and maintenance project resources.
  • Forecasted required resources in alignment with project scope expansions.
  • Developed detailed procedures for MDT/TCN operations, cable cut restoration, and disaster recovery planning.
  • Plan, design, and execute cable route relocation plans.
  • Create root cause analysis, incident reports, and preventive maintenance reports.
  • Supervise corrective and preventive maintenance for the Metro and long haul fiber Network.
  • Attend weekly and monthly progress meetings with clients to discuss project status.
  • Provide back-office support to field teams by utilizing network documentation and coordinating with the NOC during MDTs and TCNs.
  • Organize periodic technical training for O&M staff at all RMCs to enhance their technical skills.

Project Engineer

Al-Sharq Office Co.
Riyadh, KSA
03.2013 - 03.2014
  • Develop and present weekly and monthly progress reports, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Incident Reports (IR), and Performance Management Reports (PMR).
  • Responsible for corrective and preventive maintenance of the Metro Optical Fiber Communication (OFC) Network in the Central Region, ensuring compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
  • Responsible for fiber splicing, termination, and dark fiber testing using Optical Time Domain Reflectometry (OTDR), alongside comprehensive result analysis.
  • Assign and coordinate tasks related to Fiber to the Building (FTTB), Feeder Fiber Distribution Terminals (FDT), and GSM site issues.
  • Update the Fiber Utilization Plan (FUP) based on existing and new deployments to optimize resource allocation.
  • Supervise the installation of core cable joints, optical fiber laying, duct laying, duct repairs, and cable pulling, ensuring high-quality workmanship.
  • Provide back-office support to field teams, collaborating with the Network Operations Center (NOC) during Maintenance Downtime (MDTs) and Technical Change Notices (TCNs).

Operations Engineer

NAYAtel Pvt Ltd.
Islamabad, Pakistan
11.2011 - 03.2013
  • Conduct technical surveys and cost estimations for last-mile access networks to ensure optimal design and implementation.
  • Responsible for installing, configuring, and commissioning Optical Network Terminals (ONTs) to improve connectivity and service delivery.
  • Managed a dedicated indoor team specializing in Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTx) installations, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • Supervised the splicing and termination processes of Fiber Optic Cables (FOC), maintaining high levels of accuracy and efficiency.
  • Utilized Visual Fault Locators, Optical Power Meters, and Optical Time-Domain Reflectometers (OTDR) for effective fault localization and resolution.
  • Proficiently managed customer relationship management (CRM) software to update records and oversee service and fault management workflows.
  • Executed various installations and troubleshooting efforts for Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), and Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN), enhancing overall network performance.
  • Responsible for configuring and troubleshooting numerous Customer Premises Equipment (CPE), including models from Speed Touch, D-Link, TP Link, Zyxel, Linksys, Cisco, and Huawei, to ensure reliable user connectivity.

Access Network Engineer

Netkom Technologies
Islamabad, Pakistan
11.2010 - 09.2011
  • Managed PTCL 50K B and 20K B DSLAM project in the North region of Pakistan
  • Survey for the installation of HUAWEI MA-5616, MA5600, MA5603 and Delta Rectifier
  • Installing and configuring E-tek and RAISECOM 4-E1, 8-E1 & 16-E1 media converters
  • Configuration of Smart-X MA (5600, 5603 and 5616) ADSL DSLAM
  • Integration and Troubleshooting of the D-SLAM
  • Starting and testing services
  • Executing PAT of DSLAM and Rectifier

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering

International Islamic University
Islamabad, Pakistan
08.2010

Skills

  • Fiber Optic Network Design & Engineering
  • Fiber Testing & Quality Control
  • Gigabit Capable Passive Optical Network (GPON)
  • IP Addressing & Network Engineering
  • Project Management & Scheduling
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution
  • Microsoft Office
  • Estimating costs
  • Vendor Management
  • Professionalism
  • Training and mentoring

Languages

English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Limited
Punjabi
Full Professional

Accomplishments

  • Successfully created 2024 and 2025 production schedules for Sacramento to Salt Lake City 600-mile ULH fiber upgrade project.
  • Completed fiber high-level design and build cost estimates for 2025 Verizon Macro new build and conversion sites.

Affiliations

  • Buy and sell cars at auction.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sr Engr Spec-Outside Plant

Verizon
06.2021 - Current

OSP Engineer II

Digital Intelligent Systems
03.2020 - 05.2021

OSP Design Engineer

AFL Network Services Inc.
07.2016 - 02.2020

Project Manager

Al-Sharq Office Co.
03.2014 - 01.2016

Project Engineer

Al-Sharq Office Co.
03.2013 - 03.2014

Operations Engineer

NAYAtel Pvt Ltd.
11.2011 - 03.2013

Access Network Engineer

Netkom Technologies
11.2010 - 09.2011

Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering

International Islamic University

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