Andrew Phelan
About Andrew Phelan
Andrew Phelan is a Transmission and IP Engineer with extensive experience in designing and commissioning DWDM and CWDM networks. He has worked at UPC since 2007 and previously held positions at BT Ireland and IBM, collaborating with various B2B customers and vendors.
Work at UPC
Andrew Phelan has been employed at UPC as a Transmission and IP Engineer since 2007. His role is based in Clonshaugh, Dublin 17. He has contributed to the expansion of UPC's residential broadband services by implementing the Aorta network. His responsibilities include configuring Layer 2 services, managing optical backhaul links, and collaborating with various stakeholders to activate services and resolve faults.
Previous Experience at BT Ireland
Prior to his current role, Andrew Phelan worked at BT Ireland as a Network Technician from 2006 to 2007 for one year in Dundrum. During this time, he gained hands-on experience in network operations and support, which laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in the telecommunications industry.
Education at Technological University Dublin
Andrew Phelan studied Electronic Engineering at Technological University Dublin from 2000 to 2005, achieving a higher qualification. This educational background provided him with the technical knowledge required for his career in telecommunications and network engineering.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Andrew Phelan possesses extensive experience in designing and commissioning complex DWDM and CWDM networks using Transmode and ECI equipment. He is proficient in configuring various Cisco switches and routers, as well as advanced networking protocols such as BGP, STP, and TCP/IP. His expertise includes testing methodologies like RFC2544 and OTDR testing, ensuring the reliability of network services.
Experience at IBM
In 2005, Andrew Phelan worked as a Test Technician at IBM for six months in Damastown, Dublin 15. This role involved testing and quality assurance, contributing to his overall technical skill set in the field of telecommunications.