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Education
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Saliya Gunathunga

Saliya Gunathunga

93/3, Mediwaka Road, Mediriya, Udadumbara

Summary

Proficient Project Engineer with 4 years of experience driving over several projects to completion. Skilled in overseeing technical staff and checking that projects are completed on schedule, within budget and according to specifications. Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Engineer

Diesel and Motor Engineering PLC
Mbarara, 410
09.2022 - Current
  • Verified viability and compliance for systems and circuits.
  • Estimated project costs and resource allocation to forecast budget requirements and monitor adherence.
  • Reduced electrical construction hazards with upgraded safety policies and stringent enforcement.
  • Read and analyzed blueprints and project documentation to develop workflows and strategy.
  • Supervised construction and pre-commissioning of electrical distribution lines.

Project Engineer

Diesel and Motor Engineering PLC
Colombo
04.2021 - 09.2022
  • Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
  • Provided technical direction of system development methodologies to improve technical performance.
  • Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
  • Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
  • Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
  • Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results.
  • Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
  • Assisted with cost proposal development and customer presentations.

Assistant Electrical Engineer

Diesel and Motor Engineering PLC
Colombo
10.2019 - 04.2021
  • Supervised construction and pre-commissioning of electrical rooms and substations.
  • Coordinated tasks of electrical contractors, work crews and public agencies to meet project deadlines.
  • Inspected and performed validation testing for designed systems and third-party installations.
  • Performed maintenance procedures and repairs on existing electrical products and systems.
  • Followed OSHA-mandated safety protocols and generally accepted guidelines during project execution.

Product Development Engineer

Central Industries PLC
Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte
07.2019 - 10.2019
  • Tested completed projects for functionality and implemented changes to production methods to rectify issues in final products.
  • Collaborated with design team to identify and manage project deliverables for customer orders.
  • Communicated with vendors and key suppliers to select project materials and meet customer needs.
  • Devised new products and features to boost customer satisfaction, reduce costs and propel product line to industry forefront.
  • Created designs at minimal costs using high-volume manufacturing processes and careful material selection.
  • Researched and recommended improvements to product development plans.

Temporary Instructor

Faculty of Engineering - University of Jaffna
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Assisted students in retaining lecture information with creation of guides and course materials.
  • Collaborated with administration to secure departmental budget increase.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
  • Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
  • Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.

Education

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Moratuwa
Moratuwa , Sri Lanka

Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronic Engineering

University of Jaffna
Arivial Nagar, Sri Lanka
10.2018

Skills

  • Document Management
  • Contract Management
  • Project Forecasting
  • Cost Management
  • Construction Safety
  • Resource Allocation
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Project Scope and Requirements

Affiliations

  • Associate Member - Institution of Engineers , Sri Lanka (IESL) - Membership No. 23819
  • Associate Engineer - Engineering Council , Sri Lanka (ECSL ) - Membership No. 210456

Timeline

Project Engineer

Diesel and Motor Engineering PLC
09.2022 - Current

Project Engineer

Diesel and Motor Engineering PLC
04.2021 - 09.2022

Assistant Electrical Engineer

Diesel and Motor Engineering PLC
10.2019 - 04.2021

Product Development Engineer

Central Industries PLC
07.2019 - 10.2019

Temporary Instructor

Faculty of Engineering - University of Jaffna
10.2018 - 07.2019

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Moratuwa

Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronic Engineering

University of Jaffna
Saliya Gunathunga