Hi, my name is
Thirshan Varatharajah
Electrical Engineering Student @ TMU | Co-op '29 · Toronto, Canada
I'm a an passionate about building systems that work.
I build systems that work. Embedded firmware, PCBs, power electronics — turning circuits and code into hardware you can trust.
- Dean's List
- Winter 2026
- Bouck & Hague
- Award Recipient
- 5+
- Engineering Projects
01. Skills
Things I work with
Embedded
- C / C++
- PCB Design
- Microcontrollers
Programming
- Python
- MATLAB
Hardware
- Soldering
- Oscilloscopes
- Circuit Design
- Power Electronics
- Hardware Troubleshooting
Data
- Data Analysis
- Pandas
- Data Validation
Process & Execution
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Technical Documentation
- Strategic Thinking
02. Projects
Some things I've built
Stock Price Analyzer
A Python tool that ingests market data, computes technical indicators, and visualizes trends to surface actionable signals across equities.
- Python
- Pandas
- Matplotlib
ClearFlow
An AI-driven hydropower optimization concept that predicts flow conditions and tunes turbine output to maximize clean energy generation.
- Python
- Machine Learning
- Power Systems
MRA Research
MATLAB-based signal and data analysis supporting a research initiative, modeling system behaviour and validating experimental results.
- MATLAB
- Signal Processing
Chem-E-Car Electrical Systems
Design and program electronic systems that control a car powered and stopped entirely by chemical reactions. Microcontrollers, sensors, and real-time data analysis.
- PCB Design
- Embedded C
- Microcontrollers
- Sensors
03. Experience
Where I've worked
Engineering Consultant (AI Infrastructure) @ CityOptima
May 2026 — Present- Translate AI infrastructure predictions (roads, pipes, bridges deteriorating over time) into clear messaging for municipalities, consultants, and aviation partners.
- Work directly with electrical engineering PhDs and TMU alumni across three applications: CityOptima (municipal assets), VisionOptima (road damage detection), and Runway (airport operations).
- Turn complex engineering concepts — asset decay curves, sensor data, predictive modelling — into value propositions clients actually understand.
- Apply data validation, system modelling, and trade-off analysis to real-world client messaging.
Process Improvement Consultant @ 20/20 Mission
Jun 2026 — Present- Map the end-to-end donor journey for a Canadian nonprofit redistributing secondhand eyeglasses to underserved communities in Canada, Guatemala, Dominican Republic, and Ghana.
- Identify bottlenecks and drop-off points in the pipeline, then recommend low-cost, scalable fixes implemented by 100+ student volunteers across Canada.
- Benchmark against similar organizations to identify best practices in donor experience and operational tracking.
Circuitry Team Member @ Chem-E-Car - TMU
Aug 2025 — Present- Design and program electronic systems that control a car powered and stopped entirely by chemical reactions.
- Program microcontrollers to control braking systems. Calibrate sensors to detect chemical changes in real time. Analyze data to create accurate calibration graphs.
- Work in a team of electrical, chemical, and mechanical engineers to make sure everything works together.
External Relations Committee @ MUES
Aug 2025 — Present- Represent and support 4,000+ engineering students at TMU, connecting them to external opportunities and events.
- Serve on conference selection teams, plan and run Conference Awareness Night, and lead awareness initiatives.
- Organize interschool collaborations, external sports and spirit activities, and outreach events.
Engineering Outreach Intern @ Engineers of Tomorrow
Jun 2025 — Present- Lead hands-on engineering activities for youth ages 4+ in monthly classroom sessions.
- Design and deliver projects teaching circuits, structures, and simple machines.
- Collaborate with educators and mentor teams to make engineering relatable and accessible.
Strategy & Analytics Lead @ AYD Internet Marketing
Apr 2026 — May 2026- Led market analysis for a digital agency evaluating three markets: Trades, SaaS/B2B, and Non-Profit.
- Conducted research and contributed to SWOT analysis to assess risks, competitive advantages, and market dynamics.
- Recommended owning the Trades niche — saying “no” to good options to commit to the best one.
- Collaborated with a cross-functional team to deliver a client-ready Growth Strategy Report.
04. Education
Where I study
Toronto Metropolitan University
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Electrical Engineering
Dean's List
Recognized for academic excellence — Winter 2026.
Bouck & Hague Award
Awarded for outstanding achievement in engineering.
Nathan Holder Award
Recognized for leadership and community contribution.
05. What's next?
Let's build something that works
I'm actively looking for co-op opportunities in electrical and embedded engineering. Drop a message below — it lands straight in my inbox.
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