Anjana Malagalage
About Anjana Malagalage
Anjana Malagalage is a Process Engineer at Aker Solutions with extensive experience in academia and industry, holding a PhD in Process, Energy, and Automation Technology from the University of South-Eastern Norway.
Current Role at Aker Solutions
Since 2019, Anjana Malagalage has been working as a Process Engineer at Aker Solutions in the Trondheim Area, Norway. In this role, Anjana uses advanced software tools including MATLAB, ANSYS Fluent, and AutoCAD to optimize process engineering tasks. His work likely involves developing and refining techniques for complex industrial processes in the energy and engineering sectors.
Past Experience at SINTEF and University of South-Eastern Norway
Before joining Aker Solutions, Anjana was a PhD Fellow at SINTEF from 2014 to 2018 in Porsgrunn, Norway. During this period, he conducted significant research in pneumatic conveying and storage of wet particles, with a focus on offshore drill cuttings handling. Prior to that, he was a PhD Research Assistant at the University of South-Eastern Norway from 2012 to 2013, where he developed CFD models for combustion, contributing to enhanced understanding and innovation in this field.
Teaching and Research at University of Moratuwa
Anjana's career in academia began at the University of Moratuwa, where he held several positions including Lecturer (Probationary) from 2011 to 2013, Lecturer (Temporary) in 2011, and Instructor from 2010 to 2011 in the Department of Chemical and Process Engineering. During this time, he was also a Batch Representative from 2009 to 2010. His work involved teaching, research, and administrative roles in various capacities.
Academic Background in Engineering and Technology
Anjana has a rich academic background with focused studies in engineering and technology. He earned his PhD in Process, Energy, and Automation Technology from the University of South-Eastern Norway, where he also completed his Master's degree in Process Technology. His undergraduate studies were at the University of Moratuwa, where he earned a B.Sc. in Chemical and Process Engineering.
Industry Training and Certifications
In addition to his formal education, Anjana has obtained several certifications that complement his technical expertise. He completed a Certificate Course (Technician Stage) from the Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka and a Certificate Course in Human Resource Management from the Institute of Personnel Management. These certifications indicate a well-rounded skill set, extending beyond technical engineering to include management and organizational skills.