SP

PRSHANTH

Moratuwa, Sri Lanka

(+94) 77 781 6896 sug.prashanth@gmail.com LinkedIn Instagram Portfolio WhatsApp

Professional Summary

Experienced Mechanical Designer (12+ years) specializing in transformer design, CAD automation, and digital workflows. SolidWorks CSWP-certified with API-level expertise; automates engineering processes using DriveWorks and C#. Led international export projects, supplier audits, and cross-functional delivery. Passionate about merging engineering with software to deliver fast, accurate, and scalable solutions. Diploma in IT; Bachelor of IT in progress (expected 2025).

Core Skills

  • CAD & Automation: SolidWorks (CSWP, Weldments, Sheet Metal, Drawing Tools), CATIA, DriveWorks (rule-based configurators), PDM/PLM, 3D scanning/printing, FEA, reverse engineering
  • Programming & Data: C#, VBA (Excel), Google Apps Script, basic JavaScript/SQL; BOM automation, cost sheets, data pipelines
  • Transformer Design: Oil-immersed (ONAN/ONAF), dry-type, compact substations; mechanical assemblies (tanks, conservators, radiators, yokes, clamps, bushings); OLTC integration (ASP France, MR Germany); amorphous core (Metglas)
  • Standards & Compliance: IEC 60076, IEEE C57, ISO 9001, ISO 14001; FAT/SAT, type testing, ITP/QAP/PPAP, RFT quality
  • Project & Program Management: Stage-Gate/PMBOK, WBS/scheduling, EVM (CPI/SPI), RAID, MOC/ECN, VE/VA, supplier RFQ/RFP (TBE/CBE), Incoterms/LCs
  • Tools: SolidWorks, DriveWorks, SAP (ERP), MS Project, Notion, Power BI/SharePoint
  • Strong proficiency in 3D CAD and technical drawing standards (e.g. GD&T).
  • Proven experience working on freelance or remote engineering projects.
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes, material selection, and industrial safety/regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously.

Experience

Mechanical Draughtsman

LTL Transformers (Pvt) Ltd — Moratuwa, Sri Lanka

Sep 2019–Present

  • Designed power and distribution transformers (5kVA–10,000kVA) for CEB and private clients (distribution, grid auxiliary, earthing, mining, solar PV compact substations) to IEC/IEEE/European/Sri Lankan utility standards.
  • Engineered oil-immersed (ONAN/ONAF) and dry-type units; produced 3D models and fabrication drawings (tanks, conservators, radiators, yokes, core clamps, bushing assemblies).
  • Integrated OLTCs (ASP France, MR Germany) into layouts; improved maintainability and tap control reliability.
  • Developed amorphous-core transformers with Metglas Hitachi (Japan) to improve efficiency and sustainability. Used FEA tools to optimizes design and material cost.
  • Automated SolidWorks workflows with DriveWorks (low-code + C#), achieving ~90% faster design turnaround across families.
  • Built Excel VBA tools for BOM/cost sheets/fabrication packs, cutting processing time by ~50%; integrated outputs with SAP for real-time tracking of 15,000+ BOM items.
  • Implemented Google Apps Script automations to sync design data across teams; maintained centralized database of weights/dimensions/components.
  • Supported type testing, FAT, and client inspections; drove RFT quality via supplier development and international factory audits.
  • Managed export design packages (Australia, Middle East, Africa): documentation, compliance, QA alignment, shipment schedules.
  • Mentored junior engineers/drafters in SolidWorks, CAD automation, and mechanical standards; managed Notion workspaces.
  • Managed files with PDM
  • Managed NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) related to CAD/SolidWorks drawing issues raised by other departments through dedicated software; performed root cause analysis, implemented corrections and corrective actions, provided practical solutions, and established preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
  • Managed CAD drawing clarifications raised by suppliers, provided effective design solutions, and adapted designs to align with fabrication constraints. Communicated design intent clearly, ensuring products were delivered right the first time while meeting final delivery schedules.
  • Introduced CAD automation using SolidWorks + DriveWorks (with C# rules), achieving ~90% faster design turnaround across transformer product families. Recognized with a company excellence award for this contribution.
  • Prepared tender quotation outlines in accordance with local and international supplier specifications, ensuring compliance with country-specific design requirements.
  • Collaborated with switchboard and cable box suppliers, conducted technical meetings, communicated design requirements clearly, and ensured successful assembly fit upon delivery.

CAD/CNC Executive

Valente Marmor & Granitwerk GmbH — Denzlingen, Germany (Remote)

May 2018–Aug 2019

  • Produced detailed countertop drawings (granite/ceramic) for Germany/Switzerland/France; integrated Häfele, Blanco, Franke components.
  • Coordinated with POS Service Group laser-measuring technicians; converted point-clouds to accurate fabrication geometry.
  • Managed inquiries, delivery plans, SAP checks, and installer coordination to ensure on-time, right-first-time delivery.

Senior Design Draughtsman | Design Draughtsman

Walkers Colombo Shipyard (Pvt) Ltd — Colombo, Sri Lanka

May 2016–Aug 2018

  • Prepared detailed drawings for hull/machinery/outfitting/superstructure/accommodation and P&IDs to LR/IRS standards.
  • Re-designed ship-lift and transfer system components (load beams, sheave frames, platforms, trestles) using SolidWorks/ANSYS.
  • Self-taught AutoCAD Plant 3D to produce ship pipeline P&IDs, reducing drafting time by ~70%; operated CNC plasma cutting.

Mechanical Draughtsman | Trainee

Dynamic Technologies (Pvt) Ltd — Kandy, Sri Lanka

Jan 2012–May 2016

  • Designed fuel tankers (up to 33,000 L), cement bulk carriers (up to 40 T), silos (100 T), ducts, structures to spec and budget.
  • Experienced in designing and integrating 13,200–33,000 L fuel tanks on medium and heavy-duty truck chassis (Tata, Ashok Leyland, Isuzu), with hands-on expertise in both rigid and semi-trailer configurations to ensure safe load distribution and full regulatory compliance.
  • Co-developed carbon-fiber fire-resistant tankers and aluminum milk tanks with PUM (Netherlands) experts.
  • Built Excel methods to compute underground tank capacity (95% time reduction).
  • Led onsite build of an 80-m belt conveyor at a biomass plant (Mahiyangana); managed a small site team for 6 months.
  • Trained junior draftsmen; transformed sketches/calcs/specs into detailed engineering drawings.
  • Completed workshops, assisted senior engineers, and built foundational CAD/mechanical skills.

Education & Training

Bachelor of Information Technology (Expected 2025)

University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka

Diploma in Information Technology (2024)

University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka

DriveWorks On-site Training (2024)

BEACON, Bengaluru, India

CS50: Introduction to Computer Science (2023)

Harvard University (edX)

Toyota Production System / Lean Management (2022)

TPS program

CNC Part Programming & Die/Mould Design (2016)

University of Moratuwa

Design & Drafting (2013)

Thondaman Vocational Training Centre

Certifications, Honours & Awards

  • CSWP – Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (Dassault Systèmes, 2022)
  • CSWPA-WD – Advanced Weldments (2024) | CSWPA-SM – Advanced Sheet Metal (2024) | CSWPA-DT – Advanced Drawing Tools (2024)
  • Scholarship Finalist — Business for Peace Alliance “Learn and Lead” (2007)

Languages

TamilNative
EnglishC1
GermanB1
KoreanA1