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Sucharitha Mukkanti

Sydney

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven telecom professional with over 15 years of industry experience, delivering award-winning results. Expertise in Spatial Net, AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and Engineering. Proven track record in planning and implementing Optical Fiber Cable networks across metro and regional areas using FTTP, FTTC, DPU uplift, FTTN, FTTB, and HFC networks. Skilled in planning and designing for both Brownfield and Greenfield areas, ensuring efficient and scalable network solutions.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Design Engineer

Ventia
07.2020 - Current

Responsibilities across multiple projects:

  • Planned and designed network architectures in compliance with NBN (National Broadband Network) standards
  • Conducted redline amendments in designs, Single Line Diagrams (SLD) updates, workbooks generation, and Bill of Materials (BOMBOQ) and FRS preparation at both design and as-built stages.
  • Performed quality checks on offshore-delivered designs and as-built documentation to ensure compliance with quality standards

Key Projects:

Smart Places ODM/S project:

  • Led the planning and design of FTTP (Fiber to the Premises) network to connect TCU (traffic lights and cameras).

Serviceability project:

  • Managed the planning and design FTTP, FTTC, DPU uplift, FTTN, FTTB, and HFC (Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial) networks, for residential units and commercial shops as per NBN standards.

Skills/Tools used in Job

  • Spatial NET, AutoCAD and Excel

Design Engineer

Broadspectrum
01.2017 - 06.2020

Responsibilities across multiple projects:

  • Planned and designed networks according to NBN (National Broadband Network) standards
  • Coordinated with construction teams to adapt designs based on real-time field conditions.
  • Planned bookings and requested dials for DBYD (Dial Before You Dig) prior to construction
  • Performed redline amendments to designs, updated SLD, generated workbooks, prepared BOMBOQ, DIT and CRS/FRS during both design and Asbuilt stage.
  • Led design reviews and provided critical feedback for continuous improvement in design quality.

Key Projects:

Serviceability and MIMA projects:

  • Led the planning and design of FTTP (Fiber to the Premises), FTTC (Fiber to the Curb), FTTN (Fiber to the Node), FTTB (Fiber to the Building), and HFC (Hybrid Fiber Coaxial) for SDUs (Single Dwelling Units), MDUs (Multiple Dwelling Units), and commercial buildings, ensuring compliance with NBN standards.

Skills/Tools used in Job:

  • Spatial NET, AutoCAD and Excel

Design Engineer

Cyient
04.2016 - 12.2016

NISMA project at Broadspectrum

Responsibilities:

  • Validated GIS data to ensure accuracy of network information
  • Planned and designed FTTN nodes in accordance with NBN node sitting rules
  • Prepared copper design workbooks for the network
  • Planned outage booking and requested dials for DBYD (Dial Before You Dig) prior to construction
  • Communicated with Ausgrid, Telstra, Optus, Sydney Water, and NBN regarding underground asset locations (varieties of pipes and cables)
  • Created IFDV reports for CAT-1 and CAT-0 scenarios
  • Performed redline amendments to designs, DFN SLD, and Power SLD during the Asbuilt stage

Skills/Tools used in Job:

  • Spatial NET, AutoCAD and Excel

Telecom Designer

Cyient
01.2012 - 03.2016

FTTH/FTTP Network Planning & Design | Downer, Kordia & Silcar Projects

  • Planned and designed for FTTH network for Downer and FTTP Type-2 networks for Kordia and Silcar
  • Played a key role in the design and implementation of both aerial and underground networks in compliance with NBN specifications
  • Prepared Bill of Materials (BOMBOQ) for the designs

Responsibilities:

  • Validated GNAF data to ensure address accuracy
  • Planned and designed DFN (Distribution Fiber Network) and LFN (Local Fiber Network) for the entire FDA (Fiber Distribution Area)
  • Designed aerial and underground network layouts, adhering to NBN standards and specifications
  • Prepared Bill of Materials (BOM) and Bill of Quantities (BOQ) for various network designs

Skills/Tools used in Job:

  • Spatial NET, AutoCAD and Excel

Designer

Apex
06.2008 - 12.2011

Comcast Project | GIS Model Development

  • Contributed to the creation of a GIS model for the Comcast cable network, integrating key network elements into Comcast’s provided land base within the Spatial Net environment
  • Supported the mapping and conversion of various network elements, including addresses, overhead and underground support infrastructure, RF coaxial network, and fiber network

Responsibilities:

  • Converting network addresses and supporting structures to GIS-compatible formats
  • Assisting in the migration of overhead and underground infrastructure data into Spatial Net
  • Mapping and updating RF coaxial and fiber optic network systems within the GIS platform

Skills/Tools used in Job:

  • Spatial NET, AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Khammam, IND

Skills

  • Spatial Net
  • AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Multitasking & Decision making
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Analytical thinking
  • Teamwork
  • Attention in detail
  • Time management
  • Quality control

Timeline

Design Engineer

Ventia
07.2020 - Current

Design Engineer

Broadspectrum
01.2017 - 06.2020

Design Engineer

Cyient
04.2016 - 12.2016

Telecom Designer

Cyient
01.2012 - 03.2016

Designer

Apex
06.2008 - 12.2011

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Sucharitha Mukkanti