Electronic Design Engineer | High-speed design
Who am I?
As an Electronic Design Engineer at Bosch Security and Safety Systems, I develop high-speed PCBs, digital and analog hardware, power supplies, and complex PCB designs for innovative and reliable embedded systems. I utilize state-of-the-art technologies and apply my domain expertise to create solutions that enhance the performance and functionality of the products. Some of my recent achievements include designing and implementing high-speed image sensor PCBs, modules for functional testing systems of circuits boards, developing flex-rigid PCB designs and power electronics systems.
My curiosity and passion for technology led me to pursue a Master of Science degree in Artificial Intelligence from Radboud University Nijmegen, where I acquired advanced knowledge and skills in machine learning, computer vision, robotics, and natural language processing. I also hold a Master of Engineering degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, where I honed my skills in microcontrollers, digital electronics, and embedded systems. My education background has equipped me with a solid foundation and a multidisciplinary perspective to tackle complex and challenging problems in the electronics industry.
My ambition for the near future is to become an expert in the field of high-speed design and signal integrity, while contributing to the research and development of robotic systems that can improve the quality of life and safety of people. I am a detail-oriented, open-minded, and collaborative person who values innovation, excellence, and customer satisfaction. I am always eager to learn new things, explore new domains, and collaborate with diverse and talented teams.
Highlights
- Electronics Hardware Design Engineer with 5+ years of experience in developing High-speed PCBs, digital & analog hardware, power supplies, and EMC compliance, interested in creating innovative and reliable embedded systems by utilizing state-of-the-art technologies.
- Proven track record of designing mass production ready high-speed image sensor PCBs for next-generation video cameras, EMC compliant layout design with high signal integrity, and conducting intensive electrical evaluations and analysis.
- Team-oriented professional currently seeking to leverage my experience in high-speed design, signal integrity and EMC compliance to contribute to the research and development of high-performance embedded systems.
Skills and Abilities
- Technical Design skills – High-Speed PCB design, IBIS simulation, TDR measurements, EMC compliance, Signal integrity
- Software skills – Zuken Design Force, KiCad, Eagle CAD, LTSpice.
- Programming skills – C, Python, MATLAB, Java
- Test Equipment – TDR, Oscilloscope, DMM, function generator, logic analyzer
- Electronics Manufacturing – BOM Selection/optimization, Working with manufacturing suppliers
- Soft skills — Communication, Critical Thinking, Time-management, Attention to detail, Patience, Collaboration
Professional Experience
Electronic Design Engineer
TMC Electronics B.V. | April 2021 – Present | Eindhoven, The Netherlands
Through TMC, I work for clients contributing my knowledge and expertise on projects such as developing high-end security cameras and inspection robots. In these projects, my primary stakeholders are project managers, system architects, and electronic engineers. As an Electronic Design Engineer, I design mass production-ready PCBs with high signal integrity and EMC compliance. Furthermore, I identify errors or failures in the design and implement and test solid solutions. As an individual contributor and as a collaborative team member I enjoy working in multi-disciplinary environments.
Electronic Design Engineer
Bosch Security and Safety Systems B.V. | June 2021 – December 2023 | Eindhoven, The Netherlands
- Designed mass production-ready High-speed PCBs with 1.2Gbps MIPI interface for image sensors.
- Ensured PCB trace impedance by doing TDR evaluations resulting in better signal integrity.
- Conducted EMC evaluations to perform layout optimizations leading to an increase in EMC margins.
- Tasks include, selecting suitable stack-up, ensuring trace impedance, IBIS simulation, and complete electrical evaluation of the PCBAs.
- Collaborated with the system testing team to find the root cause of 1Gbps ethernet failure at high temperatures.
- Contributed to developing and maintaining a component derating database.
- Development of printed circuit board (PCB) according to the IPC industry standards.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration with software/firmware, mechanical, and optical engineering teams.
- Establish and maintain technical documents – design descriptions, electronic analysis, and test reports.
- Verification of electrical circuits by review, analysis, and simulation.
- Release and maintenance of manufacturing files – mechanical drawings, BoM, and component placement.
Embedded Software & Hardware Engineer
TEST-OK B.V. | August 2020 – April 2021 | Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Designed and developed functional testing systems for PCBAs.
- Designed Flex-Rigid PCB with high power transmission capabilities with higher mechanical flexibility.
- Designed a 200W power supply that can produce 0-36V AC voltage, 0-10A current at 1-255Hz.
- Implemented noise filters using RC snubbers and common-mode chokes.
- Performed PCB layout optimizations for better thermal performance.
- Developed and maintained Eagle CAD ULP automation library.
- End-to-end contribution to electronic system development from, requirement definition, key-component selection, schematic and layout design, communication with manufacturing suppliers, in-house assembly and testing, and validation.
Co-founder & Research and Development Engineer
Ceymoss Technologies (Pvt) Ltd | September 2016 – January 2018 | Galle, Sri Lanka
- Developed a Wi-Fi and vibration sensor-based factory monitoring systems that interfaced with the ERP systems for better downtime visibility.
- Designed an IoT-based Remote Preventive Maintenance system with temperature and light sensors for easy monitoring of infrastructure.
- Developed a Restaurant Management system with multi-tablet, KOT, and POS capabilities resulting in easy management and fast customer service.
Electronic Engineer
Erbenlab LLC | January 2016 – June 2016 | Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
- Developed RFID-based package tracking system for production line.
- Developed a SIM multiplexing system for mobile credit top-up system.
- Team leader of three engineers of the Internet of Things division.
Electronic Engineer
Hitech Solutions (Pvt) Ltd | October 2014 – January 2015 | Biyagama, Sri Lanka
- Experience working with analog electronic system design
- Designed and implemented a lead-acid battery charger with multi-stage charging capabilities during the internship duration
Education
M.Sc. in Aritifical Intelligence (Specialisation Robot Cognition)
Radboud University | January 2018 – April 2020 | Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Thesis topic: Frame-to-Frame ego-motion estimation for agile drones with Convolutional Neural Network (link)
- Thesis was conducted in association with MAVLab , Faculty of Aerospace Engineering, Delft University of Technology
M.Eng. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Sheffield Hallam University, UK. Conducted by Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology | January 2013 – March 2017 | Malabe, Sri Lanka