Thomas Wiemerslage
Prairie du Chien,WI
Summary
Accomplished RF engineer specializing in optimizing wireless communication systems and enhancing network reliability. Demonstrated success in analyzing data trends, resolving interference issues, and implementing innovative technology solutions. Strong collaborator committed to compliance with industry standards and delivering significant network performance improvements.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Radio Frequency Engineer
T-Mobile
, United States
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Designed radio frequency systems to enhance network performance and coverage.
- Performed spectrum analysis for new network installations, optimizing frequency selection to minimize interference and congestion.
- Tested and evaluated performance metrics for communications networks, ensuring adherence to quality standards and identifying areas for enhancement.
- Analyzed data trends to recommend improvements in network operations, leading to enhanced performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement technology solutions, improving network functionality and reliability.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements consistently.
SME RF Engineer III Sprint Network Vision 4G
Sprint
Greater Denver Area, CO
11.2013 - 07.2021
- Analyzed and resolved interference issues, improving network performance and reliability.
- Designed and optimized wireless communication systems, enhancing signal quality to improve user experience.
- Conducted spectrum analysis for new installations, identifying optimal frequencies to minimize congestion.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate innovative technologies, streamlining frameworks for operational efficiency.
- Led training sessions for junior engineers on RF principles and industry best practices.
Sr. RF Engineer
Nexgen Wireless
Denver, Colorado
01.2012 - 10.2013
- Developed originating design for 4G LTE Network Vision project with Samsung Telecommunications, executing performance and cluster migration alongside KPI optimization for launch.
- Designed advanced RF systems for communication and broadcasting applications.
- Conducted in-depth analysis of RF signals and propagation conditions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance through targeted optimization strategies.
RF Engineer IV
Ericsson Communications Inc.
Quad Cities
02.2012 - 07.2012
- RF Engineer IV for Ericsson Communications
- Designed radio frequency systems for wireless communication networks.
- Analyzed signal integrity and performance issues in telecommunications equipment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize network designs.
Senior RF Engineer Manhattan NY
Sprint Nextel
Greater New York City Area
03.2003 - 10.2009
- Consulted independently for the telecommunications industry on the design, implementation, and optimization of future and existing radio frequency networks.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
RF Engineer
Nextel
Overland Park, KS
08.1995 - 01.2003
- Optimized RF transmission through configuration and troubleshooting. Designed, planned, and oversaw development, testing, education, and management of high-speed wireless data statistical pegs and key performance indicators, processes, guidelines, and standards. Researched and enhanced vendor-specific statistical pegs and developed key performance indicators to measure WiMax network performance.
- Recognized as subject matter expert in network theory, mobile IP, and wireless optimization, providing expertise in Erlang B and Erlang C, EVDO, OFDM/TDD, iDEN, and CDMA capacity models, packet data traffic modeling, and statistical analysis for wireless networks.
- Utilized Erlang B and Erlang C models for network capacity analysis.
- Employed EVDO, OFDM/TDD, iDEN, and CDMA models for data transmission analysis.
- - Packet Data Traffic Modeling (User Models)
- - Statistical analysis and key performance indicator development for wireless networks
- Managed TCP/IP protocols for network communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WISkills
- Radio frequency design
- Wireless communication
- RF optimization
- RF troubleshooting
- RF measurement techniques
- Spectrum analysis
- Network optimization
- Network analysis
- Link budget analysis
- Capacity planning
- Cellular design
- Coverage forecasting
- Handover assessment
- Call drop analysis
- Interference management
- Propagation modeling
- Electromagnetic theory
- EMI and EMC analysis
- Frequency coordination
- Wireless standards compliance
- Regulatory requirements
- RF safety compliance
- Performance assessment
- Service quality
- Field testing
- Tech adaptability
- Test equipment
- Data reporting
- Performance indicators
- Network traffic analysis
- LTE technology
- Layer 3 messaging
- Frequency reuse
- Collaboration skills
- Team leadership
- Detail orientation
- Communication skills
- Project team supervision
- Compliance management
- Handover assessment
- Call drop analysis
- Coverage forecasting
- Project team supervision
Timeline
Radio Frequency Engineer
T-Mobile
07.2021 - 01.2022
SME RF Engineer III Sprint Network Vision 4G
Sprint
11.2013 - 07.2021
RF Engineer IV
Ericsson Communications Inc.
02.2012 - 07.2012
Sr. RF Engineer
Nexgen Wireless
01.2012 - 10.2013
Senior RF Engineer Manhattan NY
Sprint Nextel
03.2003 - 10.2009
RF Engineer
Nextel
08.1995 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
University of Wisconsin, Madison