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Pramod Ratnayaka

Clayton,VIC

Summary

Motivated Electrical Design Engineer with a comprehensive background in designing light and power switchboards, mechanical switchboards for retail giants, refrigerator panels, and motor control centers. Proven ability to lead end-to-end electrical design processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Skilled in utilizing AutoCAD for meticulous schematics and layouts. Collaborative team player with a focus on optimizing system control and efficiency.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Design Engineer

Decon Cooperation
08.2022 - Current

AUTOCAD drawing and reviewing according to the Australian standards of AS/NZS 3000 and AS/NZS 61439 and Victorian Service Installation Rules.

Performing , selectivity/discrimination studies using software.

Light and Power Switchboards:

  •  Created electrical designs for LV switchboards, MV kiosks, and NBN shelters.
  •  Designed LV and MV switchrooms to meet project requirements.
  •  Produced construction sheetmetal drawings for the workshop to guarantee accuracy and efficiency in manufacturing..

Mechanical Switchboards for Woolworths and Coles:

  • Led the design of tailored mechanical switchboards for Woolworths and Coles, overseeing the control of air handling units, FCUs, chillers, hot water units, and pumps.
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to align designs with the specific requirements of each retail giant, enhancing system control and efficiency.

Refrigerator Panels for Coles:

  • Innovated and developed advanced refrigerator panels exclusively for Coles, integrating precise temperature control and state-of-the-art safety features.
  • Collaborated seamlessly with Coles' engineering team to ensure panels met the stringent requirements of refrigeration systems in a dynamic retail environment.

Motor Control Centres Design:

  • Designed Motor Control Centres with a focus on precision and efficiency for various electrical systems.
  • Utilized advanced design tools and simulations to create detailed schematics, optimizing the control of motors for enhanced performance

Electrical Design Engineer

Dara Switchboards
01.2020 - 08.2022

Factory and Site Acceptance Testing:

  • Conducted FAT and SAT testing for panels, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
    Developed standardized procedures and checklists for project installations.

Quality Assurance and Maintenance:

  • Maintained quality assurance reports and prepared factory acceptance test reports.
    Disassembled and reassembled complex machinery for repair or replacement.

Construction Tasks and Project Controls:

  • Managed construction tasks, adhering to safety, budget, and project deadlines.
    Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance and health and safety.

Installation and Technical Support:

  • Installed, configured, and tested electronic equipment on specialized platforms.
    Provided technical support for troubleshooting and maintaining operational efficiencies in systems.

Electrical Design Engineer

Pubudu Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
05.2020 - 01.2022

Main Switchboards Design:

  • Led the comprehensive design of main switchboards, ensuring efficient and reliable electrical distribution systems.
    Utilized AutoCAD and other tools to create detailed schematics, optimizing power distribution for diverse applications

VSD Panel Design for Water Authorities:

  • Spearheaded the design of Variable Speed Drive (VSD) panels tailored for Water Authorities, contributing to optimized water system control.
    Collaborated closely with Water Authorities to align designs with specific requirements, enhancing the efficiency of water distribution systems.

PFC Capacitor Panel Design:

  • Innovated the design of Power Factor Correction (PFC) Capacitor Panels, ensuring improved power quality and efficiency.
    Developed detailed schematics and layouts, contributing to the enhancement of overall electrical system performance.

Synchronizing Panel Design:

  • Specialized in designing Synchronizing Panels, optimizing the synchronization of generators and ensuring a stable power supply.
    Collaborated with project teams to align designs with industry standards, contributing to reliable power distribution.

Education

Master of Engineering - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Swinburne Institute of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Engineering (Electronic Engineering)

Asian Institute of Technology
01.2015

Skills

  • Electrical Design Engineering
  • AutoCAD Proficiency
  • Power Systems Optimization
  • System Control and Efficiency
  • Collaborative Design
  • Testing and Commissioning
  • Technical Expertise
  • Project Management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Electrical Design Engineer

Decon Cooperation
08.2022 - Current

Electrical Design Engineer

Pubudu Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
05.2020 - 01.2022

Electrical Design Engineer

Dara Switchboards
01.2020 - 08.2022

Master of Engineering - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Swinburne Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Engineering (Electronic Engineering)

Asian Institute of Technology
Pramod Ratnayaka