Tharindu Chamara Herath

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Dynamic Engineering Leader & CEO with 11+ years of expertise in software development, electrical engineering, solar PV, and automation.

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I am a Dynamic Engineering Leader & Entrepreneur with over 11 years of expertise spanning electrical engineering, solar PV systems, software development, factory maintenance, and industrial automation. My career has been defined by founding and leading technology companies, driving innovation, and delivering projects from design to commissioning with a strong focus on safety, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

As CEO of Cosmo Solutions (software development) and CT Tech Engineering (solar, automation, and construction solutions), I lead innovative technology ventures in Sri Lanka. I also serve as General Manager at DTRS PRO, a leading Texas-based solar detach and reset specialist company. My experience includes heading engineering departments at major manufacturing facilities, managing utility-scale solar PV projects, and building software solutions for various industries.

Industrial Automation & SCADA/PLC Systems
Utility-Scale Solar PV & Battery Storage
Factory & Plant Maintenance Management
AI-Driven Automation & Software Development
Executive Career

Leadership Portfolio

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Present CEO

Chief Executive Officer

Cosmo Solutions Pvt. Ltd. - Software Development Company

Leading a technology-driven software development company delivering innovative digital solutions and custom-built software products to clients across diverse industries. Responsible for defining the company's strategic vision, driving growth, and ensuring excellence in technology delivery and client satisfaction.

  • Full-Stack Development: Spearheaded end-to-end development of web applications, mobile apps, and enterprise-grade software solutions tailored to complex business requirements
  • AI & Automation: Led design and implementation of AI-driven automation tools, data analytics platforms, and predictive maintenance systems
  • Digital Transformation: Oversaw digital transformation initiatives, modernizing legacy systems and enabling cloud-native, scalable, secure architectures
  • Team Leadership: Built, mentored, and managed cross-functional agile teams including engineers, UI/UX designers, QA specialists, and DevOps engineers
  • DevOps Excellence: Established and optimized agile and DevOps project delivery pipelines ensuring on-time delivery and continuous improvement
  • Client Engagement: Collaborated closely with clients and stakeholders to gather requirements, define scope, and deliver measurable business outcomes
  • Technology Strategy: Drove product innovation and R&D initiatives, keeping aligned with AI, machine learning, cloud computing, and automation trends
  • Operations Management: Managed business development, client acquisition, partnerships, budgeting, and resource planning

Impact: Successfully delivered high-impact projects across manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, finance, and enterprise services. Built a scalable, performance-driven organizational culture focused on innovation, quality, and customer success.

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Present CEO

Chief Executive Officer

CT Tech Engineering (Pvt.) Ltd - Solar, Automation & Construction

Empowering a sustainable future with reliable solar solutions, industrial automation, and construction engineering services across Sri Lanka.

  • Delivering residential and commercial/industrial rooftop solar PV installations
  • Providing system design, engineering, permitting, and performance monitoring
  • Leading solar battery storage solutions and maintenance services
  • Building a team of expert engineers including Eng. H.M.T.C Herath as lead consultant
  • Offering solar financing assistance and incentive guidance to clients
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Present Current Role

General Manager

DTRS PRO - Texas Solar Detach & Reset Specialists

Leading operations at a premier solar detach and reset company, providing 24/7 project intake and coordination for roofing teams, property managers, and solar companies across Texas.

  • Overseeing complete detach and reset solutions with 25-year workmanship warranty
  • Managing software coordination and project scheduling systems
  • Ensuring strict waterproofing standards and organized panel storage
  • Coordinating with IronRidge, Unirac, and SnapNrack racking systems
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2024 - 2025

Freelancing Engineer

Electrical Installations / Solar Engineering / Software Engineering

Led multidisciplinary engineering projects covering electrical installations, solar PV systems, factory maintenance, and software development.

  • Led multidisciplinary engineering team, driving strategic growth and aligning with KPIs
  • Devised technical strategy for utility-scale solar PV, battery storage, and high-voltage infrastructure
  • Managed complete project lifecycle through PVsyst/ETAP/SKM modeling
  • Integrated Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for grid stability and peak-shaving
  • Championed HSE compliance with zero Lost Time Incidents records
2021 - 2024

Head of Engineering

Pelwatte Dairy Industries Limited

Led engineering, maintenance, and utilities for a large-scale milk facility, managing 24/7 production of pasteurized, UHT, and value-added dairy products.

  • Supervised 40+ technicians across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and utilities
  • Implemented TPM across production lines, driving 8 pillars of maintenance excellence
  • Spearheaded automation/Industry 4.0 with PLC/SCADA upgrades and AI predictive maintenance
  • Managed CAPEX projects with full budgeting, ROI justification, and IoT sensor integration
  • Led Lean Six Sigma initiatives to streamline workflows and boost throughput
  • Drove sustainability initiatives including solar PV integration and zero-waste ETP upgrades
2016 - 2021

Electrical Design Engineer

Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau

Designed comprehensive electrical systems for major infrastructure projects including defense complexes, railway extensions, and banking facilities.

  • Defence Headquarters Complex: Designed LV/MV distribution, lighting, power, fire alarm systems per BS7671/IEC 60364
  • Matara Beliatta Railway Extension: Engineered traction power, signaling, OCS, and SCADA integration
  • Central Bank Rehabilitation: Redesigned LV panels, UPS systems, grounding, and surge protection
  • Delivered 20+ electrical designs for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects
  • Conducted load flow, short-circuit, and arc flash studies using ETAP/Dialux
What I Do Best

Skills & Competencies

Industrial Automation

SCADA/PLC Systems (Delta, Siemens, Allen-Bradley), HMI programming, and industrial control systems

SCADAPLCHMIDCS

Solar PV & Energy Storage

Utility-scale solar PV design, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), grid integration, and optimization

PVsystBESSGrid TieLCOE

AI & Software Development

Python, MATLAB, Machine Learning for predictive maintenance and energy optimization solutions

PythonMATLABMLAI

Factory Maintenance

TPM, Preventive, Predictive & Reliability-Centered Maintenance strategies with CMMS implementation

TPMRCMCMMS5-Why

Electrical Design

MV/LV systems, distribution, earthing & protection, load flow studies, and power system simulation

ETAPAutoCADDialuxRevit

Project Management

End-to-end project delivery, tendering, contract negotiation, and multi-million dollar budget management

MS ProjectPrimaveraBOQROI

Regulatory Compliance

IEC, IEEE, BS7671, CEB, LECO, PUCSL Grid Codes, ISO 9001/14001, and HSE standards

IECIEEEISOHSE

Team Leadership

Cross-functional team management, talent development, training delivery, and performance optimization

MentoringKPIsTrainingKaizen
Featured Work

Notable Projects

DTRS PRO Operations
Solar Energy

DTRS PRO Operations

Leading solar detach and reset operations across Texas, providing 24/7 project coordination with industry-leading 25-year workmanship warranty.

Solar PVProject ManagementOperations
Defence Headquarters Complex - Sri Lanka Armed Forces Defence Headquarters Complex - View 2 Defence Headquarters Complex - View 3 Defence Headquarters Complex - View 4 Defence Headquarters Complex - View 5
Infrastructure

Defence Headquarters Complex

Comprehensive electrical systems design including LV/MV distribution, lighting, power, fire alarm, and emergency backup per BS7671/IEC 60364.

MV/LVFire AlarmEmergency Systems
Matara Beliatta Railway Extension
Railway

Matara Beliatta Railway Extension

Engineered traction power, signaling, OCS (overhead catenary), and SCADA integration compliant with BS7671/IEEE standards.

Traction PowerSCADAOCS
Pelwatte Dairy Automation - Processing Equipment Pelwatte Dairy Automation - Production Line
Manufacturing

Pelwatte Dairy Automation

Spearheaded Industry 4.0 transformation with PLC/SCADA upgrades, robotic palletizers, and AI predictive maintenance systems.

Industry 4.0PLCAI/ML
Central Bank Rehabilitation
Commercial

Central Bank Rehabilitation

Redesigned LV panels, UPS systems, grounding, surge protection, and energy-efficient lighting per BS7671 standards.

UPS SystemsPower QualityLighting
Utility-Scale Solar & BESS - View 1 Utility-Scale Solar & BESS - View 2 Utility-Scale Solar & BESS - View 3
Renewable Energy

Utility-Scale Solar & BESS

Designed and integrated Battery Energy Storage Systems with utility-scale solar PV for grid stability and peak-shaving optimization.

BESSGrid IntegrationPVsyst
Shangri-La Building Automation - Colombo Shangri-La Building Automation - Hambantota Shangri-La Building Automation System
Hospitality

Building Automation System from Scratch

Engineered comprehensive Building Management Systems for Shangri-La Hotels in Colombo & Hambantota, integrating HVAC, lighting, security, and energy optimization for 5-star luxury hospitality.

BMSSCADASmart ControlsEnergy Management
Academic Background

Education & Certifications

Education

MSc - Electrical Installation

University of Moratuwa (UOM)

Advanced studies in electrical installation and systems

BSc Eng (Hons) in Electrical & Information Engineering

University of Ruhuna (UOR)

Honours degree in Electrical and Information Engineering

Professional Memberships

CEng

Chartered Engineer (Reading)

AMIESL

Associate Member IESL

MECSL

Member ECSL

AMIET

Associate Member IET

Professional Services

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Consultation Services

Software Development

Web apps, mobile apps, AI solutions, and enterprise software

Solar PV Solutions

Residential & commercial solar design, installation, and maintenance

Electrical Engineering

Electrical design, automation, SCADA/PLC systems

Factory Automation

Industry 4.0, predictive maintenance, IoT integration

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Location

26/C, Udumulla, Dambagalla,
Monaragala, Sri Lanka

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