Ashwin Muruganandam

Experience

Co-op

Electrical Engineering Student PFM Technical Solutions
Victoria, BC
Jan 2024 - Apr 2024
  • Used RSLogix 5000 to analyze existing PLC code and MATLAB Simulink to simulate the logic, making necessary changes to visualize the output. Suggested improvements to optimize project performance.
  • Programmed logic for a HPU cooling and heating system, VFD and other equipment, ensuring efficient and reliable operation.
  • Coordinated with parts providers for various equipment, managed procurement, and facilitated necessary purchases to support project completion.
Electrical Engineering Student | Buildings Stantec Consulting Inc.
Vancouver, BC
Jan 2023 - Apr 2023
  • Used Revit to apply engineering markups onto a 3D model space involving power, lighting, and fire alarm floor plans.
  • Created over 20 accurate single line diagrams to support the design completion of commercial and industrial buildings.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams in the preparation of construction documentation including electrical equipment specifications and schedules on Revit generated designs.
Electrical Engineering Student | Process Control and Automation Syncrude Canada Ltd.
Fort McMurray, AB
May 2022 - Aug 2022
  • Provided support to upgrade obsolete PLCs to newer Modicon platforms to achieve up to 8x better performance.
  • Configured InTouch HMI on dedicated hardware to streamline communication between plant operations and PLCs.
  • Assisted in the creation of a database of 100+ PLCs’ firmware and modules installed resulting in significant time savings for organization of future projects.
  • Interacted with PLC specialists from Schneider Electric to organize future projects and business plans resulting in precise project plans and timelines.
  • Utilized various communication protocols such as TCP/IP and RS232/RS485 to connect to PLCs remotely.
Junior Learning Technology Assistant | Learning & Teaching Support & Innovation University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
Sept 2021 - Dec 2021
  • Led a team of 14 students to perform routine testing on several components of Learning Management System (Brightspace) to ensure and maintain reliability and functionality.
  • Collaborated closely with university faculty and staff members to prepare 10+ online course sites on Brightspace.
  • Prepared documentation and guides to assist students and staff with software and tools used in classes.
  • Applied critical and analytical thinking to solve technical problems and documented procedures in a problem-tracking software.

Volunteer Experience

Social Media Coordinator | Engineering Student's Society University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
Jan 2021 - Jun 2021
  • Managed the UVic Engineering Student’s Society’s social media pages to promote engineering related events and workshops.
Global Community Mentor | International Student Services University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
Sept 2019 - Apr 2020
  • Supported new incoming international students to settle into university life in Canada and communicated effectively with culturally diverse students to ease them into life in Canada.