Buddhika H

Deputy Engineering Manager

Jun 2021 - Jun 2024 • 3 yrs

Served as Deputy Engineering Manager at Dutch Lanka Trailer Manufacturers (Pvt) Ltd, a commercial trailer manufacturing company, following eight years of experience as a Design Engineer. Responsible for managing engineering design activities, product development, technical documentation, and engineering coordination throughout the manufacturing process. Key responsibilities and achievements: ◾ Managed engineering design and development activities for heavy-duty trailers, semi-trailers, and specialized transport equipment. ◾ Supervised engineering design processes, structural calculations, and manufacturing documentation. ◾ Coordinated engineering activities with production, fabrication, quality control, and other departments. ◾ Provided technical guidance for trailer chassis structures, suspension arrangements, mechanical systems, and structural components. ◾ Reviewed and optimized engineering designs to improve structural performance, manufacturability, and production efficiency. ◾ Oversaw preparation of detailed 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and technical specifications. ◾ Supported engineering problem-solving during manufacturing, assembly, and product development. Contributed to continuous improvement in engineering design methods and manufacturing processes.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Jun 2013 - Jun 2021 • 8 yrs

Worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing engineering of commercial trailers, heavy-duty transport equipment, and fabricated steel structures. Gained extensive practical experience in mechanical design, structural engineering, CAD modeling, engineering calculations, and manufacturing processes. Key responsibilities and achievements: ◾ Developed 3D CAD models and detailed manufacturing drawings for heavy-duty trailers, semi-trailers, and transport equipment. ◾ Designed trailer chassis structures, suspension mounting arrangements, structural members, and mechanical assemblies. ◾ Performed engineering calculations for structural strength, load distribution, material selection, and mechanical components. ◾ Prepared detailed part drawings, assembly drawings, Bills of Materials (BOM), and manufacturing documentation. ◾ Supported design modifications and engineering improvements based on manufacturing requirements. ◾ Worked closely with fabrication and production teams to resolve technical challenges. ◾ Developed practical engineering solutions considering structural performance, manufacturing feasibility, and cost efficiency. ◾ Participated in product development activities from initial design concepts through production. Established a strong technical foundation in mechanical engineering, trailer design, CAD development, and industrial manufacturing.