Manager, Protection and Automation Application

• Sep 2023 - Present

Senior Simulation Engineer

• Aug 2022 - Sep 2023

Simulation Engineer

• Nov 2017 - Aug 2022

Simulation Specialist

• Mar 2015 - Nov 2017

Research Assistant

• Jan 2011 - Mar 2015

Research leading to Ph.D. • Introduction of simple and repeatable phasor measurement unit (PMU) test procedure • Introduction of new M-class filter for PMUs to enhance their dynamic performances • Review of IEEE Std. C37.118.1-2011 and constructive suggestions to rectify minor inconsistencies • Development of a PMU model in PSCAD/EMTDC software • Introduction of two noise tolerant, synchrophasor based transmission line parameters monitoring algorithms • Validation of line parameters monitoring algorithms in a hardware experimental setup and field measurements • Development of a novel method to predict the potential rotor angle instability using PMU measurements • Study of practical issues such as missing data, communication latency, etc. of synchrophasor networks on stability/instability prediction Show less

Intern - R & D

• Sep 2011 - Jun 2012

• Characterization of phasor measurement unit (PMU) errors under steady-state and dynamic tests • Evaluation of steady-state and dynamic performance of a commercial PMU (TESLA 4000) • Implementation of new performance class filters (P-class and M-class proposed in IEEE Std. C37.118.1-2011) in a commercial PMU (TESLA 4000) • Characterization of phasor measurement unit (PMU) errors under steady-state and dynamic tests • Evaluation of steady-state and dynamic performance of a commercial PMU (TESLA 4000) • Implementation of new performance class filters (P-class and M-class proposed in IEEE Std. C37.118.1-2011) in a commercial PMU (TESLA 4000)

Visiting Lecturer

• Aug 2010 - Dec 2010

Visiting Lecturer and Consultant

• Jul 2010 - Dec 2010

Research Assistant

• Aug 2008 - May 2010

Research leading to M. Eng. • Development of an optimization based approach to determine the saddle-node bifurcation point • Application of the developed approach to analyze diverse applications of voltage stability analysis • Comparison of the proposed approach to continuation power flow method and eigenvalue analysis Research leading to M. Eng. • Development of an optimization based approach to determine the saddle-node bifurcation point • Application of the developed approach to analyze diverse applications of voltage stability analysis • Comparison of the proposed approach to continuation power flow method and eigenvalue analysis

Visiting Lecturer

• Jul 2007 - Jul 2008

Electrical Engineer

• 2005 - 2008

• Designing high voltage substations (from 33kV to 220 kV) and transmission lines (132kV and 220kV) • Preparation of specifications, outline designs and technical drawings for power transmission projects • Developing pre-feasibility study reports and international bidding documents • Consultancy contribution for expansion and rehabilitation activities of the transmission network of Sri Lanka • Coordinating with consultants, government approving bodies and internal departments for the successful completion of project works Show less

Design Engineer

• 2003 - 2005

• Developing protection, control and automation schematic diagrams and protection study reports • Working with a special drawing package (“Elecdes”) to prepare schematic diagrams and panel designing • Coordinating with clients, consultants, vendors and company internal department for the successful completion of protection and control panels/cubicles • Arranging and participating internal and external design review meetings • Familiarity with Alstom (Areva), Siemens and ABB protection relays • Designing of 125 plus protection, control and automation panels/cubicles for diverse clients round the world Show less