Bhanuka Samarakkody Email & Phone Number

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

In my current role as a Vehicle Calibration Engineer within the Embedded Engineering Department, I am responsible for the comprehensive testing and evaluation of software updates for vehicle ECUs. Key responsibilities include:Software Update Testing: Conduct thorough testing and review of software updates to ensure optimal performance and accuracy of vehicle ECUs.Collaborative Planning: Engage in strategic group meetings with the embedded team to define future requirements, considering the extended software development lifecycle of approximately two years.Calibration Accuracy: Oversee and ensure precision in truck calibrations to maintain the highest standards of vehicle performance.System Integration: Manage the implementation of the VEPS system within PACCAR, facilitating the integration and deployment of new technologies.VSparC Implementation: Lead the deployment and testing of VSparC, a system designed to automatically generate software parameters tailored to individual customer specifications for each truck.Software BOM Management: Develop and manage new software Bill of Materials (BOMs) to support accurate and efficient software tracking and integration.Automation Projects: Utilized Python to automate browser tasks for extracting, editing, and uploading truck information in the aftermarket. This initiative significantly reduced manual labor.Parameter System Development: Currently working on the development of a system that enables and simplifies aftermarket dealers to autonomously edit truck ECU parameters, thereby optimizing efficiency and reducing manual intervention from the PACCAR team.My role integrates technical expertise with strategic planning and automation to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of vehicle calibration and software management processes.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

• Designing and releasing electrical harnesses according to customer and industry requirements using 2D and 3D CAD and managing the electrical BOM changes in the ERP.• Managing various projects directly linked to improving the efficiency of products and reducing takt time, bringing massive savings to the company.• Reviewing drawings and technical diagrams.• Collaborated successfully with multiple teams to design and implement new electrical systems for new and existing truck models.• Trobleshooting and solving various technical problems brought up by internal business units.• Conducting product benchmarking and capability studies.• Carried out extensive testing and compliation of technical documents for new electrical products used.• Working with our suppliers on IQA projects to ensure that the new products meets all the necessary standards in functionality and quality. (i.e. Cummins Euro VI Engine for the Kenworth T610)• Coming up with innovative solutions / designs to counter the effects of the global parts shortage.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

• Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with various suppliers and stakeholders in order to establish facilitate efficient delivery of goods to the PACCAR Bayswater manufacturing plant.• Conducting extensive market research to negotiate ideal product pricing.• Driving process improvements internally and provide information to Management and other team members on a timely basis.• Assisting with maintaining uninterrupted parts delivery to the manufacturing plant in line with time and cost requirements to ensure we meet our customer expectations.• Continously monitoring the pricing information for all raw materials and ensuring that we continue to source at the best prices.• Forecasting probable price increases, preparing and presenting effective business strategies to minimise the effects of the increases.• Leading the Cost Management Partnership Program: working with suppliers to increase efficiency / reduce costs.• Conducting User Acceptance Testing for PACCARnet portal• Organising the Supplier of the Year Event Award Ceremony for executives of over key PACCAR suppliers.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

• Ensuring the wellbeing of all direct and indirect stakeholders of PACCAR, furthermore, to protect the interests of the business and group entities from WHS risk exposure across all PACCAR locations whilst enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of the business.• Ensuring that the safety management systems aligns with the requirements of ISO 45001.• Conducting thorough risk assessments on new processes, facilities , equipment and materials.• Compiling all Health and Safety related statistics and doing extensive analysis to pinpoint critical areas of improvement and presenting it to all key stakeholders.• Improving the efficiency of the safety stats gathering and reporting processes and communicating it effectively to the stakeholders.• Developing Health & Safety training, plans and programs and seek for continuous improvement.• Implementing programs that mitigate illness and injury risks and meets regulatory requirements, including support for return to work programs and injury management.• Engaging and influencing key stakeholders within the business to drive a Health & Safety culture.• Support, coach and mentor Health and Safety & Environmental Representatives while driving accountability for Health & Safety performance.• Foster a culture of reporting Health & Safety adverse events including incidents, injuries, near misses and hazards and working on preventative measures to prevent incidents.• Ensuring effective incident investigation and root cause analysis is conducted.• Developing and maintaining the Company's reputation for excellence in the area of health and safety• The go to person for all Health & Safety matters and serve as one of the key Health & Safety contacts within the organization.• Maintaing the Enterprise Risk Intelligence Solution system RMSS.

Ormond, Victoria, Australia

• Training new staff and supervising them.• Making sure everybody works as a team to maintain good customer service and ensure all guests are happy.• Collaborating with the head office to ensure the store is in compliance with their standards as well as in accordance with any changes to procedures. • Coordinating regular promotional activities with the Subway head office.• Managing inventory movement, ordering stock and doing weekly stock takes.• Making sure the menu is up-to date and adjusting the store for new promotions.• Monitoring sales and measuring the financial position weekly and making necessary arrangements to do better.• Making the best sandwiches which the guests love.

Mulgrave, Victoria, Australia

Electrical And Electronic Engineering (Honours) / Business Management, Honours 2A

Activities and Societies: Volunteer at SLAMS (Student Learning Advisor Mentors) RMIT Student Ambassador

Diploma In Engineering Studies, Engineering

Activities and Societies: Member of the Cricket Team