# Indeesha Wick > Proven track record in engineering design and innovation-Product Design Manager Location: San Francisco, California, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/indeesha Competent, motivated, and diversified engineer with the proven ability to accomplish project tasks on time under pressure. I strive to improve the quality and efficiency of products and project tasks, driving continuous improvement by applying Lean Six Sigma methodologies that increase efficiency, reduce re-engineering, and standardize component design. I am a graduate of the University of North Texas master’s program in mechanical and energy engineering. This innovative, cutting-edge program enabled me to acquire many skills related to mechanical engineering, team building, analytical problem-solving, and communication. I undertook various challenging courses, projects, and research programs, and availed myself of internships. I developed a passion for Robotics and Automation, and obtained certifications including “Six Sigma Black Belt”, “Project Management Professional”, “Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Machine Learning”, and “Using Python for Automation”. Over the years, I have led the U.S. development and launch of multiple camper models (OP17, OP13, OP4 LE, Spartan), managed teams of up to 30 personnel, and collaborated globally with engineering teams to implement cost-saving, design-enhancing solutions. My experience spans the full product lifecycle—from CAD modeling and electrical system design to testing, compliance, and production layout optimization. Key Qualifications: • Develop technical knowledge, keeping abreast with advancing technology related to product development. • Create and release engineering drawings, develop specifications, test methodologies, and test equipment to evaluate the design. • Complete testing and analysis to ensure designs meet and exceed product specifications, regulatory requirements, and established • Present technical findings or project status to cross-functional teams through meeting minutes, design reviews, and presentations. • Understanding of materials and mechanical engineering principles to support core business and manufacturing production integration. ## Work Experience ### Product Design Manager @ Purple Line LLC - OPUS Camper US Jan 2021 – Present | Pittsburg, California, United States •Led development and U.S. launch of OP17, OP13, OP4 LE, and Spartan camper models. •Developed lean manufacturing plans for OP15, improving workflow and reducing inefficiencies. •Managed 30 employees; established clear roles and created SOPs to maintain product quality. •Collaborated with China-based teams to resolve design and quality issues; issued design change directives. •Prepared technical reports for new products and campers, and developed evaluation reports for prototype products to support design improvements and development decisions. •Created detailed CAD models and engineering drawings in SolidWorks for new product development. •Created CAD models and performed FEA (Finite Element Analysis- Solidworks Simulation) to validate structural integrity and meet design requirements •Designed NEC- and RVIA-compliant electrical systems and schematics. •Conducted full-system testing on RV prototypes: brakes, plumbing, propane, and electrical systems. •Proposed and implemented revised production layouts to eliminate bottlenecks and increase productivity. •Maintained current SOPs and documentation in line with compliance and design updates. •Led design and manufacturing of new teardrop camper prototype from concept to production. •Contributed to Nemesis Plus product innovation using SolidWorks prototyping. •Analyzed production costs; recommended design-based cost-reduction strategies. •Integrated Hi-Pot and other industry-standard tests into production for improved reliability. •Diagnosed and resolved recurring design/manufacturing issues with long-term improvements. •Inspected all RV components to meet UL, ETL, CSA safety standards; specified compliant parts. •Designed composite camper walls to reduce weight, improve strength, and enhance all-season insulation. •Replaced wood flooring with honeycomb panels to reduce weight, maintain strength, and lower the camper’s carbon footprint. •Redesigned OP15 for 2025 rebranding, improving quality, usability, and aesthetics. ### Mechanical Engineer @ Copp Industrial Mfg Inc Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Pomona, California, United Sates • Addressed design, manufacturing, and cost challenges related to mechanical systems and components in the aerospace sector. • Analyzed machine operation times and labor hours to identify inefficiencies and reduce overall production lead times. • Developed and maintained weekly work schedules for technicians to ensure smooth workflow and resource allocation. • Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve complex design changes and drawing discrepancies, ensuring alignment across engineering and manufacturing teams. ### Graduate Teaching Assistant @ University of North Texas Jan 2018 – Jan 2020 | Denton, Texas, United States UNT is a Carnegie-ranked Tier One public research university. I assisted faculty members with projects, instruction, and recordkeeping, and performed laboratory research. I worked with students at the College of Engineering in state-of-the-art instructional facilities and laboratories containing cutting-edge research equipment, assisting students with study and discovery. Primary Activities: • Prepared presentations for lectures, proctored examinations, recorded grades and met with students during office hours. • Assisted in developing course plans and taught undergraduate courses. ### Researcher @ University of North Texas Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Denton, Texas, United States Self-Powered Through-Wall Data Communication for Nuclear Environments - U.S. Department of Energy Project. The objective is achieved with the collaborative effort of two universities a national laboratory and a company through three innovations: (1) directly harvest electrical energy from the gamma-ray using the gamma heating and thermoelectrics, and from the beta radiation using betavoltaics. My role in this project was to transmit sensory data through the metal wall and thick concrete via “mode conversion” based ultrasound technology and expand to different stages, and to creatively design and pack high-temperature electronics circuits with radiation-hardening and/or shielding inside the enclosed nuclear vessels. I developed and demonstrated enabling technology for data communications for nuclear reactors and fuel cycle facilities. I utilized radiation and thermal energy harvesters and an Arduino controller/device to send the initial “Hello World” signal to the function generator. • Designed AM modulator and AM demodulator circuit devices. • Used PZT piezo transducers as the transmitter and the receiver to transmit data through the metal wall. • Tested the experimental model in different ranges of temperatures. • Employed a laser beam as a receiver to receive signals from the Metal wall. ### Research Assistant @ University of North Texas Jan 2018 – Jan 2018 | Denton, Texas Mobile NDT Monitoring Robot - Department of Defense Project. I was the designer for the DoD-sponsored NDT Monitoring Robot project. I designed a Thermal camera able to capture a thermal image of an object, using raspberry pi 3B+ to send audio and thermal image signals via Wi-Fi, and designed a Robotic Arm with a hammer to perform a tapping test (coin tap method). The purpose of the project was to inspect the material to determine whether it was corroded and observed pressure leakage using a thermal camera. The design process started with a root cause analysis for the remotely operated arm. A microphone was used to absorb sound created by the tapping test. The project was completed in three months and under budget. • Used NRF24lo1 as wireless communication to operate the Robot car (joystick). • Programmed stepper motor and robot car with Audino. • Designed a functional prototype robot car to investigate the material structure with the ability to climb walls and roofs of a tactical shelter to inspect and monitor multiple aspects of the structure. • The methodology of tapping material enabled observation of the frequency of impact via an oscilloscope. • A microphone received the signal and transmitted it to Raspberry pi and sent to a desktop computer via Wi-Fi as a Wav file, which was converted to FFT graph to analyze the frequency. ### Researcher-UNT @ Westinghouse Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | Pennsylvania, United States Gamma irradiation test plan for sample metals using ultrasonic data transmission method The primary purpose of doing the experiment was to establish an understanding of the impact of gamma radiation on three samples that we received from Virginia Tech and observed the signal amplitude using the ultrasonic data transmission method. The components were to be irradiated in the radiation chamber. Their behavior before, during, and after under the irradiation were examined. ### Mechanical Engineer @ Arrow Manufactured Products Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | Wichita Falls, Texas Area Arrow Manufactured Products is a contract manufacturer, performing engineered parts to customer specifications. I was engaged in the manufacture of pressure vessels, using Bluebeam Software for sub-drafting for vessels and machined parts. Engineering drawings and documents were developed following geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T-ASMEY14.5. I organized and categorized BOMs for main drafts. • Created system to identify engineering drawings of parts needed for standard drawing format, increasing efficiency. • Contributed to improved manufacturing processes and quality control using DMAIC and SPC methods for manufacturing, following ISO standards, resulting in continuous improvement. • Calculated manufacturer and labor costs of mechanical parts and introduced cost-effective solutions. • Used data-entry software (BizBox) for issued part numbers and applied to main drafts. • Used DMAIC and SPC methods to improve manufacturing processes and quality control ### Design Engineer @ Floatingdoor LLC Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | Ketchum, Oklahoma This company was engaged in manufacturing hangar doors for the aviation industry. As a Design Engineer, I applied CAD to draft engineering drawings and used SolidWorks to design models and assemblies. 3D modeling parts were developed for lifting doors of various dimensions. Engineering drawings and documents were created according to geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) -ASME Y14.5. • Applied static, dynamic, and flow simulations of the SolidWorks to analyze safety and strength of bottom lifting doors (Hanger Doors for Aviation Industry) according to different wind speeds. • Inspected the final products to ensure compliance with manufacturing and quality standards (ISO 9000). • Conducted engineering testing (troubleshoot) on hanger doors and debugged issues with root cause analysis. • Led welding teams from different states for installations. • By helping improve manufacturing standards and assigning cross-functional teams based on capability, profits increased by $20,000 per month. Work-Related Projects Accomplished ( Hanger Doors) 47’ x 13’ Bottom Lifting door 69’ x 20’ Bottom Lifting door 69’ x 18’ Bottom Lifting door ### Computer Lab Assistant @ Midwestern State University Jan 2013 – Jan 2017 | Wichita Falls, Texas Area • Helped students on campus to solve their PC issues such as MS Word, Power point, and MS Excel. • Answered telephones, took messages, restocked the printer, and monitored the computer lab. • Checked computers and printers routinely to ensure they were functioning properly at all times. ### Information Technology Summer Intern @ Midwestern State University Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 I was assigned to resolve hardware issues with computers, and formatted computers under the guidance of the technician. I worked on the assembly of new computers, inserted new hardware drives, and installed software to computers. Retrieved warehouse orders for the IT department. ### Researcher @ Midwestern State University Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 I worked on a project for the MSU Smart Parking Application. Data was collected by installing parking sensors on campus. • Designed circuits for sensors with Arduino Uno and Ultrasound sensors and loaded cells to identify presence of vehicles in respective parking spaces. • Used Tagging System to identify and distinguish vehicles with commuter or residential tags. • Designed the enclosure with SolidWorks and successfully make the final prototype (3D print). ### Researcher @ Midwestern State University Jan 2015 – Jan 2015 UGROW I worked on research for “Geared Quasi-CVT for Electricity-Generated Wind Turbines. • A gearbox was designed with an output generator speed of 1,000 RPM and Wind Turbine Speed to generate electricity and increase horizontal Axis Wind Turbine efficiency. • A mathematical formula was used for gear ratio and 1,128 gear combinations, accounting for different wind speeds. • Researched “Geared Quasi-CVT for Electricity-Generated Wind Turbines. ### Engineering Technician @ MAS Engineering Jan 2009 – Jan 2012 | Kurunegala, Sri Lanka I used SolidWorks to develop mechanical drawings for tools and equipment fabrication. I was also responsible for conducting regular maintenance on manufactured products and production equipment. • Worked on continuous improvement in file retrieval by creating electronic files for retrieval of engineering drawings by scanning with CAD software. • Used SolidWorks to develop mechanical drawings for tools and equipment fabrication. • Conducted regular maintenance on manufactured products and production equipment. ## Education ### Master of Science - MS in Mechanical & Energy Engineering University of North Texas ### Bachelor of Science - BS in Mechanical Engineering Midwestern State University ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/indeesha-wickramarachchi --- Source: https://flows.cv/indeesha JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/indeesha/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-13