Saurabh Mendiratta

Address: C – 487, Upper Ground Floor Mobile: +91-9873119569

CAREER OBJECTIVE
As an experienced professional in the environmental sector, my objective is to utilize my expertise in air quality
monitoring and data analysis to make meaningful contributions towards sustainable development and the
protection of our planet. I am seeking a challenging role where I can apply my technical and interpersonal skills to
drive positive change and make a significant impact on the environment and society as a whole.

WORK EXPERIENCE
❖ Technical Lead – Environment , United Way Delhi (August 2023 - Present)
I. United for Air (August 2023 - Present)
➢ Oversee the day-to-day operations and coordination of the campaign's activities.
➢ Keep track of the campaign's progress and impact, and report the results to stakeholders.
➢ Collaborate with relevant organizations and experts to analyze the data and identify pollution hotspots.
➢ Develop technical content and materials for awareness campaigns and educational initiatives.
➢ Provide technical expertise and data to support evidence-based policy decisions.
➢ Manage technical resources effectively, including budgets, equipment, and personnel.

❖ Consultant, Council on Energy, Environment and Water (August 2022 – August 2023)
I. Sensor-based Air Measurement Observatory for South Asia (SAMOSA) (August 2022 – August
2023)
➢ Develop and maintain data processing pipelines for real-time monitoring and analysis of air quality data
Identify and troubleshoot technical issues with air quality monitoring equipment
➢ To coordinate and supervise activities related to deployment and maintenance of a distributed air quality
sensor network.
➢ To manage a team of field assistants and ensuring that the sensors are installed in the appropriate
locations to provide accurate and reliable data
➢ To analyze data collected by the sensors and identifying any trends or patterns that may indicate issues
with the sensors or the air quality in the area
➢ To participate in relevant conferences, workshops, and training programmes for a comprehensive
understanding of developments relevant to air quality issues.
➢ Assist with project implementation, including help with preparing presentations and training material.
➢ Support effective communication of research outputs through close coordination with the outreach team,
engagement with a wider network of stakeholders, and concerned policymakers
 II. Air quality monitoring network for construction site (December 2022 – August 2023)
➢ To design and implement a low-cost air quality monitoring network for construction site
➢ Perform data analysis to provide valuable insights and recommendations to stakeholders
➢ Use of survey tools to evaluate
➢ Manage stakeholder relationships and provide technical assistance as needed

❖ Research & Development Associate, OPX Ai India Private Limited (March 2022 – August 2022)
➢ Responsible for overseeing development activities related of Air Purification units and review of
decarbonizing technologies
➢ Conducting internal audits and ensures corrective and preventive action for non-compliance

❖ Project Associate – II, CSIR - NEERI, Delhi Zonal Centre (October 2018 – February 2022)
I. Traffic Pollution Abatement Plan (October 2018 – December 2020)
➢ To carry out project-related scientific and technical activities and experiments
➢ Analysis of data, report writing and publications
➢ Communicating matters concerning support and grants-in-aid from the Department of Science &
Technology (DST), Ministry Of Science And Technology and other Scientific and technological
departments/organizations/ institutions.
➢ Organize and maintain accurate filing systems for all project activities, and manage all project
correspondence, drawings, reports, and other project documentation as requested.
II. Deployment and Evaluation of Air Purification Units for Traffic Junction Pollution Abatement in
Delhi (February 2019 – February 2021)
➢ To carry out field activities related to supervision and deployment of air purification units
➢ Serves as primary contact for all project-related questions between the project team, vendors, contractors,
and various other government bodies such as PWD’s, municipal corporation, Police department,
development authorities and DMRC.
➢ Project implementation and documentation related to site selection and invoice processing.
➢ Report preparation, and data analysis related to performance evaluation
III. Assessment of various Air Quality Issues Leading to Delineation and Evaluation of Integrated Air
Quality Improvement Plans (IAQIP) Environment Management Department, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
(January 2021 – February 2022)
➢ Compilation and analysis of air quality data and metrological data for source apportionment
➢ Coordinating and engaging in primary data generation and collection via surveys, departmental meetings
at various government institutions such as SPCB, RTOs, Traffic Police and State Industrial Development
Authority
➢ Raise and track purchase orders via GEM and invoice processing
IV. Air Purifications System at Traffic Polluted Locations of Gurugram City (March 2021 - February
2022)
➢ Pre-intervention site monitoring and data analysis for site selection (Technical feasibility survey)
➢ Attend meetings with clients and sponsors
➢ Supervision and site coordination activities related to the deployment of air purification units
➢ Tracking and reporting project progress
➢ Report compilation and perform quality control to ensure accuracy and contract compliance of reports
❖ Research Associate, Patent Maniac Consulting (January 2016 – March, 2018)
➢ Conduct comprehensive searches of technical and patent information using online databases and other
information resources.
➢ Responsible for managing the research and delivery of critical information and knowledge affecting the
research, development and business performance of our clients.
➢ Perform Quality Check on Final Deliverable Report.

EDUCATION

Passing
Course Board/University School/College Grade
Year
PG Diploma in Environment
and Sustainable Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) 2023 Completed
Development
PG Diploma in WWF-India in partnership with National Law
2020 A-
Environmental. Law University, Delhi
Guru Gobind Singh Northern India
B.Tech (Mechanical) 2015 72.9
Indraprastha University Engineering College
Central Board of VVDAV Public
12TH 2011 70.2
Secondary Education School
Central Board of VVDAV Public
10TH 2009 84
Secondary Education School

PUBLICATIONS
➢ Khan, A., Dhandapan, S., Mendiratta, S., Rafiuddin, M., Singh, P., Biswas, N., Chadha, S., Ganguly, T.,
and Ganeshan, K.: An Integrated approach of dispersed source mapping and hyperlocal monitoring for air
quality management: A case study of hotspots in Delhi, EGU General Assembly 2023, Vienna, Austria,
24–28 Apr 2023, EGU23-16373, https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-egu23-16373, 2023.
➢ Gulia, S., Tiwari, R., Mendiratta, S., Kaur, S., Goyal, S. K., & Kumar, R. (2020). Review of scientific
technology- based solutions for vehicular pollution control. Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy,
22(10), 1955-1966.
➢ Gulia, S., Goyal, N., Mendiratta, S., Biswas, T., Goyal, S. K., & Kumar, R. (2021). COVID 19 Lockdown-air
quality reflections in Indian cities. Aerosol and Air Quality Research, 21(5), 200308.
➢ Gulia, S., Kaur, S., Mendiratta, S., Tiwari, R., Goyal, S. K., Gargava, P., & Kumar, R. (2021). Performance
evaluation of air pollution control device at traffic intersections in Delhi. International Journal of
Environmental Science and Technology, 1-12.

KEY SKILLS
➢ Ability to participate effectively in a team-based information sharing environment
➢ Ability to plan, prioritize and deliver tasks on time
➢ High client service orientation and initiative to solve problems, excellent analytical and communication skills
➢ Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
➢ Knowledge of air quality and water standards, monitoring, and reporting
➢ Softwares – Microsoft Office, G Suite,R Tools, JIRA