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Samuel Rio

@samuelrio

Agroindustrial process engineer combining aquaponics operations, precision hydroponics research, and automation to scale results.

Colombia

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for operations, supply chain, or project-coordination roles where my agriculture, sustainability, and applied research background helps me standardize processes, improve system performance, and deliver measurable outcomes—while collaborating with teams and partners.

I’m an agroindustrial process engineer with hands-on experience directing aquaponic production operations and conducting formal applied research in precision hydroponics under SENA’s SENNOVA innovation program. I co-founded and served as Production Director at Acuaponía Eje Raíz S.A.S., where I integrated recirculating fish culture with hydroponic vegetable production and led a 3–5 person team.

I’m particularly effective at turning technical design into reliable outcomes: I monitor and adjust water-quality parameters (pH, EC, temperature), build controlled-environment agriculture configurations, and translate system performance for non-technical audiences. My work also includes SolidWorks mechanical modeling and static FEA to catch design risks early, plus Arduino-based automation specification (sensors, solenoid valves, pump, LCD, Bluetooth telemetry) and nutrient solution formulation—supported by structured reporting and process-standardization exposure aligned with ISO 9001:2015.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Pool Supervisor

Parque del Café

Jul 2024 - Dec 2024 (5 months)

Ensured safety compliance in aquatic recreational areas for park visitors. Coordinated group activities and aquatic-area staff.

Safety Compliance Aquatics Supervision Staff Coordination

Researcher

SENA – SENNOVA

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Co-authored an applied-research project for SENA’s SENNOVA innovation program focused on implementing precision horticultural hydroponics. Conducted a structured literature review, contributed to vertical hydroponic module and Arduino-based automation design, and supported field implementation and pilot troubleshooting.

literature review Precision Hydroponics Multi Criteria Decision Framework Arduino Based Automation Temperature and Humidity Light Implementation Support Troubleshooting

Co-Founder & Production Director

Acuaponía Eje Raíz S.A.S.

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)

Co-founded and directed production for a legally registered aquaponics company, leading a production team of 3–5 collaborators. Managed aquaponic/hydroponic production volumes, maintained water-quality parameters (pH, EC, temperature, nutrients), and developed and commercialized basil pesto sold at 200–300 units per month.

Aquaponics Recirculating Aquaculture Controlled Environment Agriculture ECE Environmental Parameter Optimization Light Stakeholder Management

Administrative Assistant

Creaciones Unimoda

Feb 2018 - Nov 2018 (9 months)

Supported administrative processes for the business.

Administrative Support Excel Microsoft Office Stakeholder Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira

Agroindustrial Process Engineering, Agroindustrial Process Engineering

Pursued Agroindustrial Process Engineering at Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira (UTP) in Pereira. Coursework and project work included topics aligned with hydroponics, process engineering, automation, and quality management.