Akila Kulathunga

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About

An enthusiastic, young individual passionate on further intensifying the knowledge in the field of engineering and technology, while aiming to benefit the organization through hard work and personal skill. I am a self-driven individual with excellent work ethics, who can skilfully manage time and responsibility. I enjoy working in a team, leading, and working alongside teammates whilst also fulfilling the given share of responsibilities.

  • Birthday: 20 October 1996
  • Website: https://akilakulathunga.github.io/resume
  • Phone: +33 7 49 53 82 21
  • City: Nancy, France
  • Age: 27
  • Degree: Masters (reading)
  • Email: akilakulathunga@yahoo.com
  • Freelance: Available

Skills

FlexSim 80%
AutoCAD 70%
SolidWorks 80%
Adobe Photoshop 90%
ANSYS 50%
MATLAB 60%
Microsoft Office 90%
Adobe Illustrator 70%

Resume

Education

MSC Computer Science (Competitive Manufacturing)

2023 to Present

Università di Trento, Italy

Currently completing the 2nd year of a Master of Science degree in Computer Science offered as a part of the Data Science and AI for Competitive Manufacturing double degree programme by EIT Manufacturing.

MSc Industrial Engineering (Smart and Connected Enterprise)

2022 to 2023

École Centrale de Nantes, France

Completed the 1st year of a Master of Science degree in Industrial Engineering offered as a part of the Data Science and AI for Competitive Manufacturing double degree programme by EIT Manufacturing.

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons)(Curtin)

2017 - 2021

Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Malabe, Sri Lanka

Obtained a Second Class (Upper Division) in Mechanical Engineering offered by the Curtin University, Australia.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Rotaract Club

2016 to present

Achievers Lanka Business School, Sri Lanka

  • Vice-President – Rotaract Club of Achievers Lanka Business School. (2019 -2020)
  • Editor – Rotaract Club of Achievers Lanka Business School. (2018 -2019)
  • IT Director - Rotaract Club of Achievers Lanka Business School. (2017 -2018)
  • IT and PR Head of Conquer Colombo & Friends in Action organized by Rotaract Club of Achievers Lanka Business School. (2018, 2019, 2020)

Professional Experience

Student Intern

March 2024 to present

Ecole Nationale Supèrieure en Génie des Systèmes et de l’Innovation, Université de Lorraine, Nancy, France

  • ⁠Collaboration on joint research to bridge gaps between ergonomic considerations and productivity enhancement.
  • I⁠ntegration of discrete event simulation tools, Lean management, ergonomic studies, and digital twin concepts for comprehensive process improvement.

Academic Instructor

August 2021 to June 2022

Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Malabe

  • Conducted laboratory sessions for undergraduate students and tutorial classes for undergraduate students.
  • Performed in administrative tasks related to the department.
  • Provided assistance to the lecturers for the teaching process at the University.

In-Plant Trainee

January 2021 to April 2021

David Pieris Motor Company (Pvt) Ltd. Madapatha, Sri Lanka

  • Practised the front and back-office activities of the workshop.
  • Performed day-to-day operations of the workshop including repairing/ servicing of 2Ws, K TM motorcycles, 3W s and 4W vehicles, preparing estimates, parts ordering etc.
  • Familiarized with the workshop management systems, practices and functional tools and methods.
  • Familiarized with other supportive functions of the workshop division.

Trainee Engineer

November 2018 to February 2019

United Tractor and Equipment (Pvt) Ltd. Wattala, Sri Lanka

  • Performed engine maintenance services and engine repair services.
  • Identified the uses of different types of tools and personal protection equipment.
  • Underwent assembly, repair and maintenance of heavy machinery and service inspections of CAT Generators.
  • Conducted activities such as repair, assembly, servicing, and pre-delivery inspection of material handling equipment.
  • Completed projects on good housekeeping methods and technician career development process.

Contact

Call:

+33 7 4953 8221

Location:

333AC, Résidence Universitaire Monbois,

2 rue Ludovic Beauchet, 54000 Nancy, France