R.saravanan

Senior Water & Wastewater Treatment Professional with 24+ years of experience in business development, technical sales, membrane technologies, biological treatment solutions, and industrial process optimization across India and international markets. Proven expertise in developing new business verticals, building OEM and consultant networks, managing key industrial accounts, and delivering sustainable wastewater solutions for municipal and industrial applications. Strong technical background in Ultrafiltration (UF), Membrane Bioreactor (MBR), biological treatment programs, industrial water reuse, and microbial technologies.

Extensive international exposure through assignments and business development activities across Singapore, China, Malaysia, Taiwan, UAE, Vietnam, Kenya, and Southeast Asia.

Technical & Marketing Manager – Water & Wastewater Solutions - Tex Biosciences (P) Ltd - Chennai

(2018-01)

Established and built the wastewater treatment business division from inception to commercialization.

• Developed and promoted microbial and enzyme-based solutions for industrial wastewater treatment, municipal STPs, and bioremediation applications.
• Designed biological treatment programs for aerobic systems, anaerobic digesters, UASB, MBBR, SBR, activated sludge processes, lagoon systems.
• Supported industries during plant commissioning, process stabilization, and performance optimization.
• Improved treatment efficiency by reducing COD, BOD, TOC, TSS, FOG, ammoniacal nitrogen, sludge generation, and odor-related issues.
• Executed successful projects and documented case studies across biodiesel, palm oil mills (POME), pulp & paper, food processing, municipal wastewater, and industrial effluent treatment sectors.
• Assisted customers in optimizing physico-chemical and biological treatment processes, reducing operating costs and chemical consumption.
• Developed business channels through OEMs, consultants, EPC contractors, channel partners, and direct industrial customers across India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.
• Represented the company at international exhibitions and technical seminars.

Senior Sales Engineer – Membrane technologies - Hyflux Engineering India Ltd - Chennai

(2012-01 - 2018-12)

Led sales and business development activities for Ultrafiltration (UF) and Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) systems across South India.

• Built OEM networks and developed strong relationships with consultants and EPC contractors.
• Generated enquiries, prepared techno-commercial proposals, delivered technical presentations, and converted projects.
• Provided technical support to customers, OEMs, and EPC partners.
• Supported major membrane projects including the 96 MLD OPAL–BHEL Project, Dahej.

Territory Sales Engineer – Membrane technologies - Ion Exchange Services Ltd - Bengaluru

(2010-01 - 2012-12)

Managed sales of water treatment chemicals, ion exchange resins, and O&M services.

• Handled key industrial accounts across Karnataka.
• Developed new business opportunities and maintained long-term customer relationships.
• Supported proposal preparation, negotiations, and project execution activities.

Research Technician/ QC Engineer/ Process Engineer - Hyflux Singapore Pte Ltd - Singapore

(2002-01 - 2010-12)

Contributed to R&D activities involving development, testing, and validation of Ultrafiltration membrane technologies.

• Conducted membrane performance studies and quality improvement initiatives.
• Worked in Quality Control to ensure compliance with manufacturing and performance specifications.
• Served as Process Engineer for an industrial lactic acid production project in China.
• Managed equipment installation, process integration, commissioning, performance testing, and plant start-up activities.
• Coordinated multidisciplinary teams and ensured successful project handover to the customer.

Master of Business Administration (EMBA) - Business Administration

Diploma in General fittings - General fittings

ITI - Mechanic of Motor Mechanic - Motor Mechanic