MOHAN K

Professional Experience Projects

Senior Hydroponics Engineer & Team Lead | [EEB ENGINEERING]
[CHENNAI ] | [JUY 9-2024 ]

• Led a multidisciplinary team of engineers, agronomists, and marketing professionals to design, develop, and optimize state-of-the-art hydroponic systems for commercial-scale applications.
• Spearheaded the design and implementation of automated irrigation systems, nutrient delivery systems, and environmental control units for vertical farms and greenhouse operations.
• Managed the integration of cutting-edge technologies into product designs, improving system efficiency and reducing operational costs for multiple projects.
• Collaborated closely with the agronomy team to tailor systems to specific crop needs, resulting in increased yield and improved crop health.
• Worked with the marketing team to develop strategic product positioning, crafting technical and marketing materials that highlighted product innovation and performance advantages.
• Played a key role in the product development cycle, from ideation to market launch, ensuring the successful introduction of hydroponic systems to key markets.
• Provided technical support and training to internal teams and customers, ensuring smooth implementation and troubleshooting of systems post-installation.
• Managed project timelines and budgets, ensuring timely delivery of projects while maintaining quality and cost-effectiveness.

Lead Design Engineer | [EEB ENGINEERING]

• Led the engineering design team in creating scalable hydroponic systems for both commercial and residential applications.
• Oversaw system integration, ensuring that designs met operational, environmental, and sustainability goals.
• Worked closely with the agronomy team to understand plant growth requirements and incorporate those insights into system designs for optimized nutrient delivery and water management.
• Developed detailed project plans, resource allocations, and schedules to meet client deadlines and project goals.
• Assisted the marketing team by providing product knowledge, specifications, and technical insights for promotional materials and presentations.
• Conducted market analysis to identify trends and client needs, adapting designs to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

Hydroponics Systems | [EEB ENGINEERING]

• Designed and maintained mechanical systems for hydroponic farming operations, focusing on nutrient delivery, irrigation, and climate control systems.
• Collaborated with agronomists and plant scientists to fine-tune hydroponic environments for maximum plant productivity.
• Played a significant role in product development by providing engineering support for system prototypes and pilot programs.
• Conducted testing and validation of new technologies, recommending design improvements based on performance data and customer feedback.
• Worked with the sales and marketing teams to assist in client presentations and technical demonstrations, showcasing system capabilities and benefits.

Sustainable Hydroponic System Design for Vertical Farm Expansion

• Led the design and implementation of a high-efficiency, energy-saving hydroponic system for a major vertical farm expansion, improving crop yield in green poly house and vertical farm

Market Launch of Automated Hydroponic Systems

• Collaborated with marketing and R&D teams to develop and launch a new line of fully automated hydroponic systems, incorporating feedback from agronomists and early-stage testing.

Project Summary: Container-Based Indoor Vertical Hydroponic System

The container-based indoor vertical hydroponic system was successfully implemented, optimizing space for growing micro-greens with automated nutrient and irrigation systems. The system utilized LED grow lights, ensuring efficient energy use and promoting healthy plant growth. The container setup demonstrated reduced water usage and higher yields compared to traditional farming methods.

During the visit to Fluortronix Innovation in Noida, we explored their advanced LED grow light solutions tailored for hydroponics and microgreens. Fluortronix's lights offer energy savings and customizable spectrums for different plant growth stages. We also discussed microgreen growing kits, which could complement vertical farming systems.

Key takeaways include improved energy efficiency and potential cost savings from using Fluortronix products. Future collaboration opportunities with Fluortronix were also considered to enhance system performance.

Mechanical Technician And Project Executive ( ALTUM AGRO TECHNOLOGICES )
[coimbatore ] | [16-August 2017to 5- Jul 2024]

• Led the maintenance and optimization of hydroponic systems in a high-tech vertical farm, ensuring consistent performance of irrigation, nutrient delivery, and environmental control systems.
• Spearheaded mechanical system upgrades to increase energy efficiency, including retrofitting water pumps and adjusting HVAC systems for better climate control in both greenhouse and vertical farming environments.
• Developed and implemented a predictive maintenance strategy, significantly reducing downtime and improving crop production.
• Managed the installation of new hydroponic setups, including vertical grow racks, lighting systems, and automated nutrient pumps, for A-frame in green poly house
• Provided ongoing training for junior technicians, focusing on system troubleshooting and maintenance best practices in greenhouse and vertical farm settings.
• Collaborated closely with agronomists and farm management to troubleshoot mechanical failures and optimize system performance for maximum yield.

Agriculture Technicial | [ALTUM AGRO TECHNOLOGICES ]

• Maintained mechanical systems for greenhouse hydroponic operations, including automated nutrient delivery systems, water pumps, and environmental control equipment.
• Installed and calibrated nutrient delivery pumps, pH balancing systems, and automated irrigation, resulting in improved nutrient absorption and consistent crop output.
• Oversaw the mechanical setup for vertical farming modules, including the installation of vertical grow towers, drip irrigation, and LED lighting systems, increasing farm productivity by [green leafy vegetable )
• Monitored system performance and made adjustments to ensure water and nutrient delivery systems were running at optimal levels.
• Led troubleshooting efforts for HVAC systems, ensuring temperature and humidity levels stayed within optimal ranges for crop health.

Core Skills

• Greenhouse & Vertical Farm Hydroponic System Design & Maintenance
• Automated Irrigation & Nutrient Delivery System Setup & Troubleshooting
• HVAC Systems for Controlled Environments (Cooling/Heating)
• Pump & Motor Maintenance (Water, Nutrient, and Irrigation Systems)
• Vertical Farming Equipment (LEDs, Racking, Nutrient Film Techniques)
• Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Solutions
• Mechanical Troubleshooting & Repair in Agricultural Settings
• CAD & Design Software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
• Water Management Systems & Filtration Solutions
• Welding, Fabrication, and System Customization
• Preventative Maintenance & Operational Efficiency
• Team Leadership & Staff Training

Vertical Farm System Expansion

• Managed the mechanical design and installation of new vertical farming units, improving space utilization for all plants and increasing crop yield leafy green and all exotic crops

Greenhouse Climate Control Optimization

• Led the retrofit of HVAC systems in a greenhouse operation, enhancing climate control for optimal plant growth and reducing energy consumption for plants
• growing in crop in poly green poly house all type of chills variates

• CNC machines operations and activities
• CNC programing
• Tools design and developement
• Mold design , developement and manfacturing master programming
• All kind of CNC operations
• Tools Expertise: mastercad etc

• Mold design & prepare bill of materials
• Functional testing, Support for sample builds and production