Ishan Kavan Abeysekera
About Ishan Kavan Abeysekera
Ishan Kavan Abeysekera is a Senior Engineer at Arup, specializing in advanced structural analysis and timber engineering projects.
Current Role at Arup
Ishan Kavan Abeysekera currently works at Arup as a Senior Engineer. He started in this role in 2019. He initially joined Arup as a Graduate Engineer in 2014 and became an Engineer in 2016 before transitioning to his current position. His responsibilities include addressing complex structural engineering challenges using advanced structural analysis and first principles engineering.
Previous Engineering Experience
Before his tenure at Arup, Ishan worked at various engineering firms. In 2013, he was an engineer at Civil & Structural Engineering Consultants (Pvt) Ltd. in Colombo, Sri Lanka, for two months. His earlier experience also includes internships at Design Consortium Ltd., Access Engineering, and WMG at the University of Warwick. These roles provided him with hands-on experience in structural and civil engineering projects.
Educational Background
Ishan holds an MSc in Earthquake Engineering from Imperial College London, obtained in 2014. He also earned a master’s degree from the Dyson School of Design Engineering in 2014. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Civil Engineering from the University of Warwick in 2012. His academic background supports his expertise in structural engineering and advanced analytical methods.
Professional Contributions
Ishan has contributed to the development of the next generation of Eurocodes as a member of CEN TC 250 WG3. His work in this committee involves shaping policies and standards that impact the engineering industry widely. His expertise in timber engineering and advanced structural analysis underscores his contributions to these important regulatory frameworks.
Specialization in Structural Engineering
Ishan specializes in advanced structural analysis and timber engineering projects. He applies first principles engineering to solve complex problems in structural engineering. His proficiency ensures that he provides effective solutions to intricate engineering challenges, making significant contributions within his field.