Hansarandi Rathnayake
Hatfield,United Kingdom
Summary
Electrical & Electronic Engineer with international academic credentials and a Merit Pass in Pearson BTEC HND. Expertise includes PLC programming, circuit design, and embedded systems, alongside advanced data modeling capabilities. Proven ability to integrate core engineering principles with emerging technologies such as blockchain and computational astrophysics. Committed to leveraging multidisciplinary skills to enhance sustainable energy solutions and smart infrastructure.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Education
Master of Science - Astrophysics
Univesity of Hertfordshire
United Kingdom 09.2023 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield 01.2022 - 01.2023
Higher National Diploma - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Nebula Institute
Sri Lanka 03.2020 - 03.2022
Skills
Industrial Automation: Programmed and simulated industrial logic using PLCs, achieving efficient automation sequences Renewable Energy Integration, Control Systems, Load Analysis
Electrical Power Systems: Conducted load testing on Electrical machines (motors/generators) and analyzed power electronic characteristics
Circuit Analysis & Design: Expert in AC/DC theories, analog/digital electronics, and ECAD tools for circuit testing PVsyst and PCB Design
Testing & Fault Finding: Proficient in data-driven fault diagnosis and system optimization
PLCs & Robotics: Skilled in programming and selecting PLCs and industrial robots for automated industrial solutions
Embedded Systems & IoT: Proficient in microcontroller interfacing, sensor/actuator integration, and programming (Python/C)
Engineering Modelling: Advanced use of MATLAB for system simulation and mathematical modeling (Calculus, Matrix methods)CAD, Ansys, Solidworks (Basic)
Technical Documentation: Expert in producing and interpreting schematics, circuit diagrams, and comprehensive engineering reports
Fault Finding & Maintenance: Performed systematic troubleshooting on analog and digital circuits, utilizing multi-meters and oscilloscopes for accurate diagnostic reporting
Circuit Design: Developed and tested prototype circuits using ECAD tools, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and safety standards
Project Management: Skilled in planning, safety, cost management, and using tools like Gantt charts and Excel
Strategic Problem Solving: Ability to evaluate complex technical problems and provide evidence-based, creative solutions
Communication: Proven ability to deliver technical presentations and reports to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Commercial Awareness: Understanding of budget management, client needs, and ethical/sustainable engineering responsibilities
Python and R Language: Basic to advanced data cleaning analysis done throughout the bachelor project and the Astrophysics project
Affiliations
- Active Learner (Focussed on ML training )
Certification
Data Science & Analytics: Completed various specialized courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning, focusing on data visualization, Python for data science, and statistical modeling (applied in MSc research).
Engineering Software: Certified in AutoCAD and MATLAB applications for electrical systems
Production Planning and Control in Industrial Engineering - Alison
Postgraduate Diploma: Project Management issued by The Retail Banking School via Udemy (Oct 2022). The main focus is on project planning and agile methodologies.
Driving License: Valid Sri Lankan/International Category B (Light Vehicle) License, ensuring readiness for site visits and field-based engineering operations.
Professional Membership: Associate Member of the Institution of Incorporated Engineers, Sri Lanka (IIESL)—In progress.
Accomplishments
- Academic Excellence: Awarded a Merit Pass for the Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, recognizing outstanding performance in practical and theoretical modules.
- Top-up Degree Recognition: Recognized for successfully completing the BEng (Hons) from the University of Hertfordshire, UK, with a focus on innovative technologies like Blockchain
- 1st Place Data Science Competition Winner
Languages
English
Advanced
Timeline
Master of Science - Astrophysics
Univesity of Hertfordshire
09.2023 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Hertfordshire
01.2022 - 01.2023
Higher National Diploma - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Nebula Institute
03.2020 - 03.2022