Pratap Patil
Food Technologist
Dublin
Summary
'An academically and commercially astute Food Engineer with a passion for product ideation, design, and manufacture that saves time and makes users' lives easier.' I am a highly driven, conscientious, and competent collaborator with significant knowledge and expertise in product design and engineering principles and project-based practical experience with the product development process. With a desire and passion for continuous professional development, I am confident I can add value to your company by always ensuring your customers and clients receive the best service possible. With 1.5 years of relevant experience and a demonstrated track record of researching and developing innovative new products that meet the needs of both end-users and the environment, I can be relied upon to deliver everything that I set out to achieve.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Food Product Developer (Intern)
Astro Food Research Centre
Andra Pradesh
05.2021 - 08.2021
- worked on research projects with the research team to develop nutritional, high-quality, safe, and healthy food products .
- Designed and developed production process and packaging solutions based on the perishability and type of food products.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, and Developed new food products, including beverage powders, biscuits, chocolates, and dry meals.
Lecturer
DOT, Shivaji University
Kolhapur
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and subject content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Created and designed unit tests and practical tests to assess student knowledge.
- Implemented instructional technologies in module delivery to engage and educate students.
Production Intern
Mapro Foods
Mahabaleshwar
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Worked on processing and packaging of line automation reinforced by sensors for rapid chemical and microbial tests of products with improved and real-time data management.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
Internship Student
International Foods
Kolhapur
05.2017 - 06.2017
- Provided clerical support to production, quality and R&D departments, addressing routine and special requirements.
- To assure the quality of finished products, sensory testing and analysis methods were used.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Education
Master of Science - MEngSc Food Engineering
University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland 09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - B. Tech Food Technology
Shivaji University
Kolhapur, India 07.2015 - 05.2019
Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
Research Projects
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)- Deep Space Food Challenge (Since Jan 2022- Ongoing)
Project Title- Green Space Cookies
- University of Malta; (April 2022)
FOSTER-XR: The Food Industry of the Digital Era: New Practices in Training and Skills Development Through extended reality;(ERASMUS+).
- University College Dublin, Ireland. (September 2021-August 2022)
Thesis Title- Risk Assessment of Emerging Contamination of Dairy Food Products.
- Shivaji University Kolhapur, India. (July 2015 – May 2019)
Minor Project- Sorghum-Based Protein-Rich Snacks. Major Project- Design and Development of SorghumBased Nutrition Bar.
Awards and Certifications
- Student Representative and Peer Mentors: UCD (2022)
- Intensive Program ERASMUS (2022)
- Food Waste and Sustainable Development REAMIT (2021)
- Space Food Product Development Certificate (Aug-2021)
- ISO, HACCP, GMP, Food Safety, GHP (2019)
- Food Product Competition (2018).
Publications
- My Plan to Feed World Poorest People by Using Indian Nutrition Food., Souvenir 2018.
- Risk Assessment of Emerging Contamination in Dairy Food Products- The Main Focus on Perfluoroalkyl Substances., UCD Research 2022
References
- Dr. Enda Cummins
Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator at UCD School of Biosystems and Food Engineering, UCD Ireland.
enda.cummins@ucd.ie
Timeline
Master of Science - MEngSc Food Engineering
University College Dublin
09.2021 - Current
Food Product Developer (Intern)
Astro Food Research Centre
05.2021 - 08.2021
Lecturer
DOT, Shivaji University
07.2019 - 12.2020
Production Intern
Mapro Foods
05.2018 - 07.2018
Internship Student
International Foods
05.2017 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - B. Tech Food Technology
Shivaji University
07.2015 - 05.2019
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