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Omar Israel Pensado Ruiz
San Diego,CA
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Summary
Results-driven RF Engineer with 12 years of experience in network design, implementation, and optimization. Expertise in 4G and 5G technologies, focusing on capacity calculations, PCI design, and cluster optimization. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration and utilizing RF planning tools to meet stringent KPI targets.
Highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
RF Design Engineer
GTA Telecom
04.2024 - Current
- Design new telecom sites, including antenna/radio model selection, defining azimuths, heights, and structural requirements.
- Execute modification projects to upgrade and modernize existing sites, ensuring compliance with current standards and performance goals.
- Conducted detailed site walks to verify location accuracy and assess field conditions, ensuring project readiness.
- Prepared and managed technical documentation and paperwork for site design and deployment, facilitating compliance and clarity.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to support project delivery, enhancing collaboration and engineering quality.
- Client: Verizon Wireless
RF Design & Optimization Engineer
GTA Telecom
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Managed an assigned area of 100+ sites, overseeing search rings, CD/ZD reviews, and the commissioning (Cx) phase.
- Managed end-to-end CIQ process in Planet to ensure precise design of PCI, Cell ID, and Cluster ID.
- Led cluster optimization efforts to secure FCC approval through rigorous drive test data analysis.
- Initiated TVW process to jumpstart test call operations and streamline testing workflow.
- Coordinated performance engineering tasks at project kickoff, including site walks, RFDS creation, ZD/CD reviews, and coverage predictions to enhance project readiness.
- Client: Dish Telecom
RF Engineer
NextGen Global Resources
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Supported Performance Engineering team in 5G/LTE network design initiatives to enhance overall network performance.
- Created RFDS and completed Closeout Packages (CQ) for 4G/5G Small Cells and Macro sites, ensuring compliance with design specifications.
- Managed E911 documentation and conducted technical reviews of construction drawings for formal acceptance, facilitating timely project approvals.
- Client: Verizon Wireless
RF Optimization Engineer
GTA Telecom (Mexico)
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Performed as Rollout Engineer, tuning clusters and single sites initially, and post-processing DT log files with Genex Assistant.
- Analyzed critical DT events (Drop Calls, HO Failures, RRC Setup Failures) to propose logical and physical network changes.
- Mitigated overshooting issues, successfully resolving coverage and quality bottlenecks.
- Produced detailed KPI and SSV reports for clients, visualizing RSRP, SINR, throughput (DL/UL), and PCI targets to inform strategic decisions.
- Client: Huawei Mexico
RF Optimization Engineer Jr.
Tech Mahindra (Mexico)
11.2015 - 02.2018
- Optimized network parameters for Handover (HO), accessibility, and retainability based on live statistics and drive test results.
- Led statistics team to gather and manage network performance data using Huawei U2000, enhancing data accuracy for analysis.
- Analyzed drive test data using Actix and Huawei U2000 MML to troubleshoot top-offending sites and improve overall network KPIs.
- Eliminated pilot pollution and resolved coverage/quality issues, stabilizing UMTS/LTE infrastructure and improving overall network reliability.
- Proposed physical antenna configuration adjustments (tilts, azimuths, height modifications) to achieve strict performance metrics, contributing to enhanced network efficiency.
- Client: AT&T Mexico
LTE Design & Optimization Engineer
Quadgen Wireless
04.2013 - 02.2015
- Designed AWS and PCS LTE bands on existing network sites, implementing RRH vs. TRDU configurations to enhance specialized site performance.
- Utilized GeoPlan to simulate coverage variations and correct propagation models, optimizing AWS LTE network for improved service quality.
- Generated Site Modification Requests (SMR) and created technical plumbing diagrams to support implementation team's operational needs.
- Client: Verizon Wireless
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Communication Engineering
Universidad Tecnológica de México
Mexico City, CDMX 08.2004 - 01.2008
Skills
- 5G NR (NSA/SA)
- 4G LTE
- RF optimization
- KPI analysis
- Performance Analysis
- Drive test analysis
- Integration
- PCI design
- Site modifications
- Design Validation
- Frequency Planning
- Network Monitoring
- Network Simulation
- Geographic Analysis
- Planet
- Project Management
- RF design
- Network optimization
- Problem solving
- Team building
- Analytical thinking
Core Skills
4G LTE, 5G NR (NSA/SA), AWS/PCS Bands, ATOLL, Planet, MapInfo, USM, FUZE, Nexus1, RF Design & Optimization, Performance Analysis, PCI/CIQ Design, Site Modification Requests (SMR), Drive Test (DT) Analysis, KPI Troubleshooting, Integration
Personal Information
4G LTE, 5G NR (NSA/SA), AWS/PCS Bands, ATOLL, Planet, MapInfo, USM, FUZE, Nexus1, RF Design & Optimization, Performance Analysis, PCI/CIQ Design, Site Modification Requests (SMR), Drive Test (DT) Analysis, KPI Troubleshooting, Integration
Timeline
RF Design Engineer
GTA Telecom
04.2024 - Current
RF Design & Optimization Engineer
GTA Telecom
01.2022 - 03.2024
RF Engineer
NextGen Global Resources
06.2019 - 12.2021
RF Optimization Engineer
GTA Telecom (Mexico)
09.2018 - 01.2019
RF Optimization Engineer Jr.
Tech Mahindra (Mexico)
11.2015 - 02.2018
LTE Design & Optimization Engineer
Quadgen Wireless
04.2013 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Communication Engineering
Universidad Tecnológica de México
08.2004 - 01.2008