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Muhammad  Abdelbast

Muhammad Abdelbast

Cairo ,Egypt

Summary

Experienced Network & Passive Infrastructure Engineer with over 10 years in the design, installation, and management of copper and fiber systems. Skilled in structured cabling, FTTx, and data center preparation with proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget. Proficient in AutoCAD, Visio, Fluke Tester, and OTDR, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Recognized for effective coordination with teams and consultants to ensure quality project handovers and customer satisfaction.



Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Structure cabling engineer&data center perpar.

Giza systems
Cairo , Egypt
06.2023 - Current
  • Data center perpetration at electricity distribution company at Cairo

- Responsible for pulling Cat6 cables inside racks (rack-to-rack cross- connect).

- Managed the site activities and coordinated with the customer and subcontractor


  • Testing and commissioning Engineer at Mohamed bin Salman City non-profit (Misk) at Riyadh in KSA .

- Supervised site activities for three weeks, coordinating with the customer and the main contractor on commissioning status.
-Ensured all systems within project scope were fully operational and met quality standards.
-Successfully handed over the project to the customer


  • Site network Engineer at Sawani office (Saudi investment Authority) at Riyadh in KSA

- Acted as Site Engineer, overseeing execution of project activities.
- Performed Cat6 cable termination and testing, as well as fiber splicing and testing.
- Supervised data center preparation and readiness.
- Managed subcontractors to finalize project scope and ensure quality of work.
- Monitored and followed up with customer and main contractor regarding project updates.
- Prepared and submitted daily progress reports to the Project Manager.
- Ensured subcontractor works (cable termination, fiber splicing, etc.) met required standards.
- Received completed works from subcontractors and coordinated project handover to the consultant.
- Coordinated with customers on project updates and requirements.
- Attended and participated in site meetings with other contractors to align and coordinate works.
- Coordinated with the active team to finalize network and security scope.
- Successfully handed over the project to the consultant and client
- Developed port mapping documentation for the project.
- Prepared as-built drawings using Auto Cad

  • site Engineer at Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC) at KSA

- Site Survey & Design Responsibilities
- Conducted site surveys to determine the required number of UTP cable nodes and related accessories (cable rolls, patch panels, modules, racks, UPS).
- Assessed fiber cable requirements, identified paths from each building to the data center, and calculated fiber quantities and related accessories.
- Estimated the number of network switches needed for each building.
- Prepared detailed documentation for each site, including material quantities and specifications.

  • Project Engineer at Telecom Egypt

- Managed multiple sites in coordination with Giza team.
- Monitored and followed up on progress with subcontractors to ensure timely delivery.
- Conducted site surveys and prepared lists of required materials for each site.
- Coordinated with the storehouse to ensure all materials were delivered on site.
- Handover of all completed tasks to the customer.
- Maintained daily follow-up with the customer regarding site progress.
- Reported daily updates to team leader and Project Manager.
- Coordinated effectively with subcontractors and customers to finalize project scope


  • project Engineer at Amaala staff village ( Red sea global )

#Project Engineer Responsibilities
- Reviewed and checked material submittals with the customer, ensuring compliance with consultant requirements, including:
1-Structured Cabling System (Panduit)
2-Data Network Switches (Aruba)
3-Data Network Racks (Gamma)
4-Data Network UPS (Eaton)
- Reviewed all IFC & IFT drawings and performed quantity surveying for the project.
- Acted as Site Engineer, managing site activities and ensuring progress within project scope, including:
1-Termination and testing/commissioning of ~12,000 UTP cable nodes.
2-Fiber splicing, testing, and commissioning of ~8,000 cores fiber optic cables.
3-Installation of 190 network switches and patch cords.
4-Installation, powering, and testing of 200 UPSs (5KVA & 3KVA).
5-FTTH solutions deployment, including splitters and fiber patch cords, ensuring full network functionality.
- Coordinated with other teams to ensure project scope completion.
- Reviewed and validated subcontractor invoices.
- Participated in meetings with the customer to review project scope and progress.
- Developed port mapping documentation for the entire project.
- Prepared detailed as-built drawings using Auto Cad.






technical Engineer - ELV & data centers

Intercom Enterprises
Cairo , Egypt
12.2020 - 06.2023

Project Engineer – Ahmed Hamdy Tunnel, Suez (Cairo)

  • Managed site activities including:
    Pulling and termination of Cat6 cables with testing.
    Pulling and splicing of fiber optic cables (main & drop cables) at enclosures.
    Data center preparation, installation, and configuration of UPS systems.

Site Engineer – El Sadat Industrial Zone

  • FTTx Project (Fiber Air Blowing).
  • Responsible for analysis, planning, design, and implementation of fiber and copper passive network infrastructure.
  • Managed subcontractors to ensure project progress and compliance.
  • Attended client meetings to discuss project progress and coordinate with other teams on-site.

Structured Cabling Engineer – Al Alamein City, Downtown 2

  • Supervised and executed structured cabling works for enterprise and residential projects.
  • Handled installation, termination, and testing of structured cabling systems.
  • Coordinated with contractors and consultants to ensure project delivery according to standards


Data Cabling site engineer

Quadra tech for information technology
Cairo , Egypt
06.2019 - 11.2020

Network Site Engineer – Mercedes-Benz Office, Cairo

  • Executed ICT passive network infrastructure works including pulling, termination, and testing of fiber and copper cables.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors and ensured adherence to project timelines and standards.

ICT Passive Infrastructure Engineer – City Center, Alexandria

  • Handled design and implementation of ICT passive infrastructure.
  • Resolved design and site-related issues to align with project specifications.
  • Managed subcontractors and site activities for smooth project execution.

Data Center Preparation – QNB (Qatar National Bank)

  • Supported the preparation and implementation of data center passive infrastructure.
  • Ensured installation, testing, and handover activities were aligned with project requirements.

Network Site Engineer – Helwan Fertilizers Company

  • Responsible for pulling, termination, and testing of fiber and copper cabling systems.
  • Managed site works and coordinated with other subcontractors.
  • Delivered project handover to consultants after successful completion.

Passive network infrastructure engineer

UBC for integrated systems
Cairo , Egypt
02.2016 - 06.2019
  • structure cabling engineer at Mall Of Egypt & SKI Egypt
  • site Engineer at al Majara mall at October city

-Acted as Site Engineer, managing site activities and ensuring progress within project scope, including:
1-Termination and testing/commissioning of 10,000 UTP cable nodes.
2-Fiber splicing, testing, and commissioning of 12,000 cores fiber optic cables
*Coordinated with other teams to ensure project scope completion.
*Reviewed and validated the shop drawings with the customer
*Participated in meetings with the customer to review project scope and progress.
*Developed port mapping documentation for the entire project.
*Prepared detailed as-built drawings using Auto Cad.


Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic and Communication

Al-Azhar University
Cairo
09.2009 - 06.2014

Skills

  • Design of security and passive networks (copper, fiber, ……etc)
  • Interface with customers and perform analysis of business challenges, designs and accomplishes product presentations
  • Collaborate with project teams to have a successful implementation of the project with minimum cost
  • Collaborate with project managers to develop detailed project plans and work breakdown for large projects
  • Write the proposal / Statement of Work for the customer
  • Verifying & confirming BOQ, other expenses in advance to avoid unwarranted / unaccounted costs
  • Present the designs and workflow processes in collaboration with the customer to gain commitment to the engagement - collaborate with the suppliers and take best delivery periods
  • Remain updated with relevant technology developments through ongoing personal development
  • Very good at auto cad
  • Very good at Visio Microsoft
  • Very good at Fluke tester
  • Very good at OTDR tester


Languages

English
Advanced
Arabic
Native

Certification

-Comm Scope

  • Infrastructure Design and Technologies for Enterprise Indoor Mobility
  • SYSTEMATIC Design and Engineering.
  • Comm Scope Security Design and Engineering.
  • FOSC 450 Cable Preparation & Installation
  • Fiber-to-the-Premises Plug & Play
  • Wide Band Multi mode Fiber

2- Le grand

  • Copper Certification
  • Fiber Optic Training

3- LEVI TON

  • NS-W-101_ Designing & Installing CAT 6A Systems.
  • NS-W-103_ Structured Cabling Site Inspection & QA.
  • NS-W-104_ Copper Testing Methods & Troubleshooting
  • NS-W-102_ Shielded Cabling & Grounding Systems.
  • Fiber 101

Timeline

Structure cabling engineer&data center perpar.

Giza systems
06.2023 - Current

technical Engineer - ELV & data centers

Intercom Enterprises
12.2020 - 06.2023

Data Cabling site engineer

Quadra tech for information technology
06.2019 - 11.2020

Passive network infrastructure engineer

UBC for integrated systems
02.2016 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic and Communication

Al-Azhar University
09.2009 - 06.2014
Muhammad Abdelbast