Lasitha Cumaranatunge
About Lasitha Cumaranatunge
Lasitha Cumaranatunge is a Technical Program Manager with extensive experience in the automotive and emissions control industries. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University and has worked in various roles at companies such as Johnson Matthey, NxtGen Emission Controls, and Novelis.
Work at Fluke Corporation
Lasitha Cumaranatunge has been serving as a Technical Program Manager at Fluke Corporation since 2021. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in program management to enhance operational efficiency and drive corporate initiatives. His responsibilities include overseeing technical projects and ensuring alignment with company objectives. Cumaranatunge's background in the automotive and truck industry supports his contributions to Fluke's strategic goals.
Previous Experience at Johnson Matthey
Lasitha Cumaranatunge worked at Johnson Matthey in various capacities from 2011 to 2018. He initially served as a Technical Project Manager from 2011 to 2014 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, before transitioning to the role of Technical Program Manager from 2014 to 2018 in Audubon, Pennsylvania. His tenure at Johnson Matthey involved managing technical programs and projects, focusing on process improvement and strategic planning.
Education and Expertise
Lasitha Cumaranatunge holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a minor in Physics from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, which he completed from 1998 to 2002. He further advanced his education by obtaining a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. His academic background, combined with his professional experience, provides him with a solid foundation in scientific process improvement, technology transfer, and new product introduction.
Background in Emission Controls
Before his roles at Johnson Matthey, Lasitha Cumaranatunge worked at NxtGen Emission Controls. He served as a Catalytic After-treatment Engineer from 2006 to 2008 and then as a Systems Engineer from 2008 to 2011. His work in emission controls contributed to his understanding of regulatory affairs and lean manufacturing, which are essential in his current and previous positions.
Achievements at Novelis
Lasitha Cumaranatunge was employed at Novelis as a Program Manager in R&D Automotive from 2018 to 2021. In this role, he leveraged his expertise in the automotive industry to manage research and development projects. His contributions during this period focused on enhancing program efficiency and compliance, utilizing his technical and analytical skills to drive successful outcomes.