Earthrise Engineering Center
Welcome to the Earthrise Engineering Center (EEC)
Located at the heart of the Spirulina Plant within the new Harvest Building (since 2025) in Calipatria, California, the Earthrise Engineering Center is a hub for innovation, research, and collaboration for smart agriculture and more.
We open our doors to universities, research institutions, educational programs, and internship initiatives—offering a unique space dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and engineering solutions that benefit all of humanity.
Our Mission
To promote innovation through engineering and research by applying rigorous scientific methods and fostering collaborative investigation in smart agriculture and industry. We strive to create a vibrant environment where students, educators, and professionals come together to solve real-world challenges and build a more sustainable future.
What We Offer
- State-of-the-art research facilities
- Opportunities for academic and industrial collaboration
- Support for student internships and educational programs
- Access to live industrial processes within the Spirulina production plant
Why We Research
At the Earthrise Engineering Center, we believe that research is more than a technical pursuit — it’s a philosophical commitment to understanding and improving the world.
We are guided by the idea that philosophy and experimentation must work together:
- Philosophy asks why we explore, what questions matter, and how our discoveries should impact humanity.
- Experiments test our assumptions, refine our ideas, and open up new ways of thinking.
This dual lens keeps our work grounded, ethical, and visionary. Whether it's through engineering innovation, environmental sustainability, or scientific advancement, we are committed to research that both serves humanity and challenges our understanding of the world.
“We don’t just build solutions—we build meaning.”
Welcome to the Team
We have a great environment for internship and collaboration opportunities
Earthrise Engineering Team
Tomoatsu Maguchi, ME, PMP
Tomoatsu Maguchi, ME, PMP
Tomoatsu Maguchi, ME, PMP
Industrial Engineer
Director of EEC
Factory Manager
Rafael Mendez. ME, MBA
Tomoatsu Maguchi, ME, PMP
Tomoatsu Maguchi, ME, PMP
Mechatronics Engineer
Maintenance Manger
Esther Pasos
Tomoatsu Maguchi, ME, PMP
Esther Pasos
Chemical Engineer
Culture control manager
Luis Andrade
Tomoatsu Maguchi, ME, PMP
Esther Pasos
Industrial Engineer
Harvest / Extraction Manager
Special Events / News and Remarks
Hosting Visitors from University of California 10/9/2025
Earthrise Nutritionals demonstrates an impressive commitment to climate-smart, sustainable agriculture. Their initiative reflects forward-thinking practices that foster diverse, resilient food systems and promote environmental stewardship in the face of a challenging climate. These values resonate strongly with UC ANR's mission to improve the lives of Californians through science-based solutions. Our UCCE Imperial County team greatly appreciated the opportunity to tour the facilities, exchange ideas, and strengthen connections that advance research and sustainability for current and future generations.
- Dr. Chandra Richards, UCCE Area County Director for Imperial and San Diego Counties
