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Ismaila Adesola Adekunle

Levenshulme, Manchester,Lancashire

Summary

To work in a competitive and globally recognized organization where my touch of professionalism and my vast experience acquired from various mobile telecommunication vendors (Huawei, Ericsson & Alcatel-Lucent Nodes) over the last 12 years can add value to the existing corporate service.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

2G/4G/5G RNO Senior RF Engineer (Ericsson Node)

Connig Technoserve Limited
11.2020 - Current


2G

  • 2G Team SPOC
  • Worst Cell Analysis, Optimization and Resolution
  • Network Capacity Analysis & Expansion Proposals
  • Tuning of radio related parameters
  • Network Parameter Audit
  • Features Implementation
  • Special Projects Supervision
  • Interacting with Customers on Network Improvement Strategies
  • High Level Technical Reports Preparations
  • Coordination of 2G Team to ensure all KPIs are within threshold

4G

  • Analyzing and improving 4G worst cell by Optimization
  • Validating connectivity and sector status of Integrated nodes
  • Conducted Audits and Alignment of LTE-to-3G CSFB Enhancement Features such as: Deferred Measurement Control Reading (DMCR) and RAN Information Management (RIM)
  • Conducted Audits and Activation of 3G-to-LTE Inter-RAT Mobility Features such as : PS Handover to LTE and LTE Measurements on the cells in the Network
  • Conducted Audits and Parameter Alignment on 3G/LTE Inter-RAT Mobility Features such as : Release with Redirect and Release with Redirect Based on Coverage Check to improve user's data experience
  • LTE Customer complaints handling and worse cell optimization via physical and parameter Alignments

5G

  • Dimensioning the RAN and eNB network according to the coverage, capacity and quality requirements from the operator
  • Design the site configuration base on the traffic requirement and equipment specification
  • Recommend and Setting the specific RF parameters for the site to be integrated
  • Analyze site performance after integration through drive test measurements and/or OSS measurements, detecting eventual problems and recommending changes to fixing those problems
  • Defining KPIs and performance reports on network to be monitored
  • Lead the optimization to improve network quality by optimized Ericsson LTE/5G parameters and other physical change
  • Recommended and implementing the required Feature to improve the network quality
  • Monitoring and Optimization of Worst Cells at eNB level, as well as troubleshoot them by recommending software changes or hardware changes
  • Giving inputs in terms of capacity, quality and coverage for expansion phases

2G/4G RNO Consultant/2G Team SPOC (Ericsson Node)

Pentabell
04.2019 - 07.2020


  • Ericsson Base band Experience for Mixed Mode
  • Coordination of 2G NPO India GDC Team for Support
  • 2G KPI Submission for Acceptance
  • General 2G KPIs Improvement through Parameter Tuning & Feature Implementation
  • Providing Support for Field DT Engineers During 2G,3G & 4G SCFT
  • Providing Support for Field DT Engineers During 2G Cluster Drive
  • 2G/4G SCFT Report Vetting & Submission for Acceptance
  • 2G Cluster Report Vetting & Submission for Acceptance
  • RET Alignment with Pre Swap Electrical Tilts
  • Occasional Support to 3G & 4G Teams

2G/3G RNO Senior RNO Engineer (Huawei Node)

Huawei Technologies Ltd
11.2018 - 03.2019


  • 2G Parameter Audit for swap Sites
  • Troubleshooting of Issue sites after swap
  • F1/F2 Balance
  • Multi-sector Balance
  • UL CE Congestion Analysis
  • 2G/3G KPI Analysis & Optimization
  • Experience in Huawei advance tools such as U2000, Genex Nastar, Maintenance Client, Omstar, PFM Studio.

2G Senior RNO Engineer (Ericsson Node)

Connig Technoserve Limited
02.2018 - 11.2018
  • 2G SPOC for NCC KPIs, Lagos & Ogun States
  • In-depth knowledge in the monitoring, analysis & improvement/Optimization of the Ericsson GSM radio Network Performance statistics of 5 Lagos BSCs on daily basis, as well as ensuring KPIs are within the set SLA thresholds
  • Lagos & Ogun NCC KPIs SPOC
  • NCC KPI monitoring & improvement for Lagos and Ogun
  • Worst Cell Analysis and resolution
  • Tuning of radio related parameters
  • Responsible for Inconsistencies checks in Soft Parameters
  • Experience in advance Ericsson tools such as Business Object, Winfiol, & Citrix
  • Technical Support to Drive test team to resolve network issues
  • Neighbor Optimization using NCS
  • Using Radio Network Optimization in Citrix to generate TA stats to analyze overshooting cells
  • Escalation of issue cells to BSS, transmission and core network
  • Prompt response to customer requests

2G Senior RNO Engineer (Ericsson Node)

Lightning Networks Limited
09.2015 - 01.2018
  • 2G SPOC NCC KPIs, Ibadan and Benin Cities
  • In-depth knowledge in the monitoring, analysis & improvement/ Optimization of the Ericsson GSM radio network & Performance statistics of 5 BSCs plus Ibadan & Benin Cities on daily basis, as well as ensuring KPIs are within the set SLA thresholds
  • Worst Cell Analysis and resolution
  • Tuning of radio related parameters
  • Preparation of Technical Reports and findings to Customers
  • Responsible for Inconsistencies checks in Soft Parameters
  • Experience in advance Ericsson tools such as Business Object, Winfiol, & Citrix
  • Technical Support to Drive test team to resolve network issues
  • Neighbor Optimization using NCS
  • Using Radio Network Optimization in Citrix to generate TA stats to analyze overshooting cells
  • Escalation of issue cells to BSS, transmission and core network
  • Prompt response to customer requests.

2G RNO Engineer (ALU Node)

Lasera Consulting Limited, for Alcatel Lucent
04.2015 - 08.2015


  • Experience in Radio Network Optimization including KPI statistics monitoring, performance improvement recommendations, parameter consistency checking, fault finding and troubleshooting, coverage and capacity redesign proposals, miscellaneous BSC feature activation, and strategic optimization trials
  • Experience in Alcatel Optimization 2G RNO tools such as NPO, OMCR, CSV Check, Smart Caro, Gladiator, PRC GENERATOR etc
  • Experience in Alcatel advance tools such as OMCR, which is helpful for identifying faulty hardware & Site Configuration related issue
  • Optimization of existing & new network which includes KPI analysis such as CSSR, TCH call drop, handover problems, power control, SDCCH drop & congestion with RTCH congestion
  • 2G Drive test analysis using TEMS which contains Coverage & Quality analysis, missing neighbors (2G) detection, parameters modification to get the requested KPI
  • Neighbor list optimization between 2G cells and fine tuning to avoid ping pong handover
  • Responsible for ensuring QoS SLA is met for voice and data service for assigned region.

2G RNO Engineer (Huawei Node)

Qualiserve Technologies Limited
09.2012 - 03.2015


  • In-depth knowledge in the monitoring, analysis & improvement/Optimization of the Huawei GSM radio network performance statistics of both CS & PS KPIs of 15 BSCs on daily basis, as well as ensuring KPIs are within the set SLA thresholds
  • Tuning of radio related parameters
  • Troubleshooting Mute calls & One way Audio using CDIG logs
  • Presentation of Weekly Network KPIs to Customers and discussion of solutions to network issues
  • Preparation of Technical Reports and findings for Customers
  • Responsible for Inconsistencies checks in Soft Parameters
  • Neighbor Optimization
  • Paging Load Optimization via control channels addition & LAC split
  • Experience in Huawei advance tools such as M2000, Genex Nastar, Maintenance Client, Omstar, PFM Studio
  • Neighbor list optimization between 2G cells and fine tuning to avoid ping pong handover
  • Critical Analysis of the QOS Benchmark/Network Quality check drive test and taking the necessary actions to improve the performance of the Network
  • Escalation of issue cells to BSS, transmission and core network
  • Prompt response to customer requests.

Drive Test Engineer

Moytel Consult Nigeria Ltd
Lagos
08.2011 - 08.2012
  • Carried out 2G/3G drive tests
  • 2G/3G Cluster Drive testing and analysis
  • Log File Analysis: For Block Calls, Call Drops, Missing neighbors, Handover failures, Poor Signal Strength, Poor Signal Quality
  • 2G/3G SSV DT
  • Performed GPRS, EDGE, R99, HSPDA and HSUPA testing, reporting & Optimization
  • Performed Multi-RAB test
  • Continuous testing of IBS in hotels, Airports, Offices, Malls and Conference Halls
  • Routine frequency scanning to detect high RTWP and interference issues
  • Identification of RF Interference
  • Identification of swap i.e
  • (sector swap and cross cabling swap)
  • Correction of swaps on 3G sites
  • Competitive Network Benchmarking and analysis
  • Antenna Height, Co-ordinates & Azimuth Audit
  • Interfaced between SBC and project vendors
  • Identification of causes of poor coverage & quality, and recommendations of Electrical/Mechanical tilt & Azimuth changes

Education

B.Sc - Physics

Bayero University Kano
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Highly experienced in RF Optimization and Planning
  • Good knowledge of usage of RF tools
  • Sound knowledge GSM, WCDMA, LTE, New Radio and other telecommunication standards
  • Good knowledge om MS Word, MS excel and MS Power Point

Interests

Brainstorming, Reading, travelling, intellectual discussions and playing chess

Additional Information

  • AWARDS , 2014 Jan Huawei Excellent New Staff 2015 Jan Huawei Excellent Performance 2016 Dec Best 2G RNO Engineer for Airtel Ericsson MS project 2017 Dec Best 2G RNO Engineer for Airtel Ericsson MS project 2019 Mar Huawei Nigeria Eagle Award for Good performance on Glo network, LANGUAGE English: Fluently

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

2G/4G/5G RNO Senior RF Engineer (Ericsson Node)

Connig Technoserve Limited
11.2020 - Current

2G/4G RNO Consultant/2G Team SPOC (Ericsson Node)

Pentabell
04.2019 - 07.2020

2G/3G RNO Senior RNO Engineer (Huawei Node)

Huawei Technologies Ltd
11.2018 - 03.2019

2G Senior RNO Engineer (Ericsson Node)

Connig Technoserve Limited
02.2018 - 11.2018

2G Senior RNO Engineer (Ericsson Node)

Lightning Networks Limited
09.2015 - 01.2018

2G RNO Engineer (ALU Node)

Lasera Consulting Limited, for Alcatel Lucent
04.2015 - 08.2015

2G RNO Engineer (Huawei Node)

Qualiserve Technologies Limited
09.2012 - 03.2015

Drive Test Engineer

Moytel Consult Nigeria Ltd
08.2011 - 08.2012

B.Sc - Physics

Bayero University Kano
04.2001 -
Ismaila Adesola Adekunle