Building next-generation ambient home infrastructure.

Technology that learns from its environment and adapts quietly over time.

Stealth, for now.

Led end-to-end mechanical development of a first-of-its-kind robotic system for environmental remediation — enabling high-throughput processing of unstructured, abrasive, and corrosive materials. Delivered a field-tested pilot platform in under 8 months, deployed at a California demo site.

• Powertrain Design: Designed high-torque belt-driven drivetrain systems, optimizing shaft geometry, coupling interfaces, and shear loading for durability, serviceability, and thermal reliability.

• Thermal & Structural Engineering: Performed thermal, fatigue, and torque calculations across critical subsystems, using FEA where necessary to validate structural performance under high-load, high-temperature, and cyclic operating conditions.

• Material Handling Systems: Developed modular reactor and conveyance subsystems for abrasive material flow, incorporating field-serviceable interfaces and embedded cooling for system longevity.

• Cross-Functional Integration: Directed mechanical-electrical integration, including VFD/motor pair selection, sensor layout, thermal subsystem packaging, and wire routing in high-contamination environments.

• CAD & Supply Chain Strategy: Owned CAD architecture, BOM, and sourcing — balancing custom and off-the-shelf components to accelerate prototyping and manage long-lead risks.

• Assembly & Deployment: Led forklift-assisted assembly and technician workflows, ensuring safe, precise installation of heavy mechanical components during pilot build-up.

• Future System Planning: Evaluated next-gen drivetrain architectures (planetary, inline) to improve torque density, reduce footprint, and cut cost for future revisions.

Departed to launch Monstera Labs (stealth robotics).

Founded Taran Ravindran Consulting, a consulting firm specializing in mechanical design and product development. Currently working with two companies on Robotics and Industrial Automation.

* Led a cross-functional team of 4 mechanical engineers and 1 industrial designer through the design and development of a custom autonomous vehicle system for mid-volume production

* Balanced sensor packaging, vehicle integration, thermal management, optimized sensor functionality, integrating state-of-the-art compute solutions, all with Toyota’s world renowned automotive reliability.

* Engineered solutions for water/dust ingress IP5K6K, UV degradation, chemical exposure, Antenna Integration, Anti- Theft/Tampering

* Mentored a Junior engineer in the design of a Custom Compute System, involving PCBA design, Design for Manufacturing, cost engineering, architecture selection, and thermal engineering. Provided patient guidance, fostering their skills, and encouraging ownership of tasks.

* Conducted camera FOV simulations, optimizing sensor placement for future autonomous vehicles, and built technical documentation to teach other team members

* Employed SolidWorks and CATIA V5 proficiency to produce intricate designs, specializing in die-cast, CNC machines, laser cut, sheet metal, and welded parts.

* Fostered strategic vendor relationships, ensuring high-quality materials and components.

* Created an environment of learning and growth, amplifying project success through collaboration and mentorship.

* As a Senior Mechanical Engineer I drive product development for clients projects across a variety of industries, from home workout and wellness products to highly integrated hydroponic grow systems, and surgical robotics. Scope ranges from early concept to detailed mechanical design and DFM to mass production.

* Responsible for delivery of timely, on-budget deliverables to support client's business objectives.

* Balanced conflicting requirements across ID, EPM, EE, ME, and vendors, to ensure delivery of projects on time and budget

* Developed internal tools and knowledge for sustainable product development