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Nikhil Yadav

Birmingham

Summary

Dynamic Network & Transmission Professional with 4+ years of experience in transmission planning, IP design, and core network engineering, recognised for combining deep technical expertise with strong leadership skills. Proven success in delivering Nokia 7750/7950, 21CN Core, and 100G backhaul solutions, while driving cost savings, quality assurance, and operational efficiency. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams and adept at vendor and stakeholder management, aligning delivery with objectives, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Recognised for strong leadership, problem-solving, and innovation, with the ability to bridge the gap between technical complexity and strategic decision-making.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Transmission Planning Professional and Manager

British Telecom
Birmingham
03.2024 - Current

Steered multiple transmission planning workstreams (100G, P-P, SME, EE, Data Centres), ensuring delivery quality and business alignment.
• Built strong vendor and partner relationships (Tech Mahindra, Ciena), enabling proactive forecasting, reduced delays, and smoother delivery.
• Recognised as a go-to leader, balancing technical expertise with team leadership and stakeholder management.
• Supported innovation by contributing to the New Tracker Tool, improving visibility and planning governance.

Streamlined 100+ card infill jobs, improving accuracy, reducing rework, and accelerating delivery turnaround.

• Successfully managing the maternity cover, ensuring continuity and uninterrupted programme delivery.

Network Engineer

British Telecom
Ipswich
08.2022 - 02.2024

• Delivered capacity planning and IP/core network design for BT’s 21CN and 5G networks, ensuring scalability and performance.
• Planned and configured Nokia 7750/7950 routers, FTTH/FTTP technologies, and point-to-point bearers, supporting seamless business operations.
• Led cease planning and recovery of muxes, optimising resource utilisation and network efficiency.
• Supported field engineers and resolved complex planning issues, acting as an escalation point for troubleshooting.
• Executed edge and metro chassis upgrades in line with customer requirements, improving network resilience.
• Managed equipment planning and procurement (FPP cards, cables) while coordinating with vendors and delivery teams.
• Utilised multiple BT tools (RPACS, BERT, INS, WFMT, iBUY, NGWFMT, SRIMS) alongside Juniper and Cisco platforms to ensure smooth service delivery.

Electronic Engineer

Tomtech (UK) Ltd
Sutton St James, Lincolnshire
06.2022 - 08.2022

• Configured, tested, and repaired electronic components for greenhouse control devices (T100, T200).
• Performed soldering/de-soldering, PCB design (DipTrace), and fault diagnosis to improve product reliability.
• Modified software in C and Assembly; programmed microcontrollers using I2C and SPI interfaces.
• Researched alternative sensors/components, delivering cost-effective hardware improvements.
• Provided customer support for both hardware and software issues, ensuring timely resolution

Network Test Engineer

Saffo Solution Technology
Navi Mumbai
02.2020 - 06.2022

• Executed test cases on Qualcomm Snapdragon & MediaTek devices to ensure stability and performance.
• Reported bugs and unusual behaviours, improving system reliability and product quality.
• Coordinated with clients to troubleshoot issues, reducing downtime and ensuring smooth delivery.
• Produced technical reports and documentation using MS Excel & MS Office.

Education

Master of Science - Electronics and Business Management

Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham
09.2021 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering

University of Mumbai
India
08.2016 - 05.2019

Higher National Diploma - Electronics and Telecommunication

Revera Institute of Technology
India
06.2013 - 05.2016

Skills

Tools and Platforms: PACS, BerT, MMX Portal, Indigo Portal, WFMT, NGWFMT, SRIMS, ADVITIUM, COMMSCOPE, iBUY

Vendors & Technologies: CIENA, NOKIA, OPENREACH, HUAWEI, Juniper, Cisco, FTTH/FTTP, DWDM, 21CN Core, 5G Networks, 100G Backhaul

Database & Reporting: Advanced MS Excel, MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint), Data Analysis & Technical Reporting

Programming & Hardware: C, Assembly Language, Microcontroller coding, I2C, SPI, PCB Designing (Dip Trace)

Interpersonal and Leadership: Communication, Coordinating with others, People management, Stakeholder Management, Negotiation, Leadership, Complex problem-solving skills

Technical Expertise: Network planning & design, infrastructure migration, troubleshooting network issues, user training, quality assurance in planning & delivery

Accomplishments

Financial & Commercial Impact
• Delivered £1.2M+ cost avoidance through proactive stock management and resolution of inventory inefficiencies.
• Achieved 50% cost savings (£4k → £2k) by optimising subcontractor orders with pre-set BOQ bundles.

Technical Delivery & Efficiency
• Reduced planning cycle time by 75% through process optimisation and automation, improving delivery speed and accuracy.

Leadership & People Management
Successfully managing the Transmission Planning team, providing leadership, mentoring, and acting as escalation point for delivery challenges.
• Championed colleague engagement and inclusion, achieving 100% engagement and 93% inclusion in BT’s Yoursay survey.

Additional Experience and Training

Network Architect (Apprenticeship)-Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), India | 2019
• Gained hands-on experience in mobile communications, fibre optic design, and broadband planning.
• Assisted in network planning and router configuration across large-scale telecom environments.
• Tested and evaluated potential fibre routes within the network to ensure quality and reliability.
• Developed technical skills in Cisco and Juniper systems, CCNA fundamentals, and networking design practices.

Timeline

Transmission Planning Professional and Manager

British Telecom
03.2024 - Current

Network Engineer

British Telecom
08.2022 - 02.2024

Electronic Engineer

Tomtech (UK) Ltd
06.2022 - 08.2022

Master of Science - Electronics and Business Management

Nottingham Trent University
09.2021 - 09.2022

Network Test Engineer

Saffo Solution Technology
02.2020 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering

University of Mumbai
08.2016 - 05.2019

Higher National Diploma - Electronics and Telecommunication

Revera Institute of Technology
06.2013 - 05.2016
Nikhil Yadav