THEJANA JAYATHILAKE
Norco,CA
Summary
Mechanical engineering student at UC Riverside with proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and SolidWorks. Demonstrates strong troubleshooting and debugging skills, with a proven ability to quickly learn new systems. Reliable team player with effective communication skills, contributing to collaborative project success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Employee
Ceymex Landscaping Construction
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with team to ensure project timelines were met effectively
- Coordinated materials, equipment, and site logistics to support project execution
- Maintained punctuality and consistency to enhance operations in a fast-paced environment
Research Intern
Pomona College
- Conducted research on quantum metrics of vector-valued functions under faculty mentorship
- Showcased research findings through poster presentation to faculty and peers
- Supported laboratory research projects, contributing to data collection and analysis
Founder & President
Lankaramaya Youth Association
- Led events, coordinated volunteers, and managed community initiatives to enhance community engagement and support local needs
Basketball Coach
- Developed practice plans to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Conducted player evaluations to assess strengths and areas for improvement.
- Organized team meetings to discuss strategies and game preparations.
- Guided students through skill-building exercises in a collaborative environment
Education
Mechanical Engineering -
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA04-2029
Associate - Math & Science
Norco College
Norco, CASkills
- Data analysis
- Data Visualization
- Machine learning
- Python and MATLAB
- CAD Design
- Troubleshooting
- Project management
- Team collaboration
Leadership Experience
- Lankaramaya Youth Association, Founder & President, Led events, coordinated volunteers, and managed community initiatives
- Basketball Coach, Mentored students and supported team development
Projects
- Python Data Project (API-Based), Analyzed API data and traced program flow to understand system behavior, Debugged errors and improved reliability through testing, Built troubleshooting habits by working through unfamiliar code
- Accessible Playground Design (ME009), Designed a wheelchair-accessible spinning platform for inclusive play, Considered stability, safety, and usability in design decisions
Research
Pomona College (PAYS), Research Intern, Studied quantum metrics on vector-valued functions with faculty mentorship, Presented results via poster to faculty and peers
Coursework
ME009 (Intro to Mechanical Engineering)
Timeline
Employee
Ceymex Landscaping Construction
01.2021 - 12.2024
Research Intern
Pomona College
Founder & President
Lankaramaya Youth Association
Basketball Coach
Mechanical Engineering -
University of California, Riverside
Associate - Math & Science
Norco College