Mallikarjuna Rao Chinamanagundla
About Mallikarjuna Rao Chinamanagundla
Mallikarjuna Rao Chinamanagundla is a Senior Manager at Gradiant, with over 24 years of experience in water treatment processes. He has a strong educational background in chemistry and engineering, having held various roles in the utilities and power generation sectors.
Work at Gradiant
Mallikarjuna Rao Chinamanagundla has been employed at Gradiant since 2022, serving as a Senior Manager. In this role, he applies his extensive knowledge and experience in water treatment processes to manage projects and oversee operations. His responsibilities include ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of desalination and reverse osmosis systems, among other water treatment technologies.
Education and Expertise
Mallikarjuna Rao Chinamanagundla has a solid educational background in chemistry and related fields. He completed his Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Organic Chemistry at Sri Krishnadevaraya University from 2010 to 2012. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biochemistry from National Degree College between 1996 and 2000. He also studied Medical Lab Technician at Govt. Junior College, B Camp, Kurnool, achieving an Intermediate qualification from 1994 to 1996.
Professional Background
Mallikarjuna Rao Chinamanagundla has over 24 years of experience in the water treatment industry. His career includes various roles, such as Chemist and Senior Chemist at companies like HIQ Power Associates and Armstrong International Pvt Ltd. He worked as an Engineer-Chemistry at STEAG Energy Services (India) Pvt. Ltd. from 2010 to 2016, where he gained significant expertise in the chemistry of water treatment processes, including WTP, ETP, CETP, and ZLD plant chemistry.
Certifications and Skills
Mallikarjuna Rao Chinamanagundla is certified as a lead auditor of Integrated Management Systems (IMS). He has demonstrated expertise in desalination, reverse osmosis, demineralization, and electro chlorinators. His strong engineering background is complemented by his focus on utilities and power generation industries, making him a knowledgeable professional in the field.
Previous Employment
Before his current role at Gradiant, Mallikarjuna Rao Chinamanagundla held several positions in various organizations. He worked as a Quality Control Supervisor at SUJALA PIPES PRIVATE LIMITED for one month in 1999. His experience also includes a role as Sr Chemist at Clarion Power Corporation Limited and a Chemist position at BMM ISPAT LTD. His diverse work history has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of water treatment and chemical processes.