Sol Cisneros
Fontenay-aux-Roses
Summary
I am a dedicated food scientist with hands-on experience in product development, from crafting artisanal and industrial recipes to leading innovative projects. I have a strong background in food formulation, processing, and sensory optimization. I combine technical expertise with creativity to drive sustainable and innovative food innovations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Product Development Engineer
Algama
Île-de-France
2023.01 - 2026.02
- Assisted in R&D projects focused on egg replacement in plant-based formulations.
- Developed innovative food products with a focus on optimisation.
- Supported scaling of manufacturing processes from lab to pilot scale across France and international sites.
- Provided technical customer support and gathered feedback for product enhancement.
Quality Engineer
UMR SayFood INRAE AGPT / CNAM
Île-de-France
2022.02 - 2022.08
- Physicochemical, rheological and biochemical characterization of wheat flours and doughs.
- Designed and conducted biscuit trials using rotary molding of short doughs.
- Defined quality indicators for raw materials and finished products.
R&D Food Engineer
Simon Bolivar University
Caracas, Venezuela
2018.04 - 2021.04
- Led R&D projects in food product development focused on cereal and fruit valorization and processing, while providing support for food processing operations
- Drove food formulation and analytical testing
- Designed and conducted sensory and consumer studies
Junior Project Manager
Nestlé Venezuela, S.A.
Caracas, Venezuela
2017.03 - 2018.03
- Identified potential co-manufacturers and co-packers for RTD Drinks
- Built and maintaining a database capturing key information on each identified partner
- Developed a Food Safety Management System Manual for third parties, based on ISO 22000
- Supported the Sensory Analysis Laboratory, including sensory panel training.
Quality Assurance Engineer
Valmy Drocosca, C.A.
Caracas, Venezuela
2015.01 - 2017.01
- Assisted in developing cosmetic manufacturing methods and master formulations.
- Supported creation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Helped manage non-conformities and ensure instrument and equipment calibration.
Education
Master 2 - Product and Process Engineering
AgroParisTech
Massy, France 2021.09 - 2022.09
Master - Food Science
Simón Bolívar University
Caracas, Venezuela 2017.03 - 2021.03
Master's Degree in Engineering - Chemical Engineer
Simón Bolívar University
Caracas, Venezuela 2009.09 - 2015.06
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Sensory Panel Analysis and training
- Consumer Testing
- XLSTAT (sensory module)
- InfoStat
- Statgraphics
- Image J (Image analysis)
- Project Management
- Notion
LANGUAGES
French
Fluent
SPANISH
Native
English
Intermediate
Additional Information
Voluntary Work
- Taught food processing workshops (2019–2021)
- Organizing committee member for agro-ecological fairs /Logistics commission(2016–2018)
Other Activities / Interests
- Urban cycling and sustainable mobility
- Mom of two humans
- Homemade healthy pastry
- Founded a start-up for homemade dried fruit production(2016–2017)
- Member of the Simon Bolivar University Choir (2011–2014)
Certification
09/2020 – Conference
SenseLatam 2020 (Brazil)
“Application of Flash Profile, Pivot Profile, and Napping methodologies in the development of gluten-free sliced bread.”
10/2018 – Conference
Venezuelan Microscopy Congress (Cumaná, Venezuela)
“Effect of freezing method on the texture and microstructure of Arracacha (Arracacia xanthorrhiza).”
08/2017 – Courses
Fondonorma (Caracas, Venezuela)
“Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).”
05–08/2016 – Program with Certificate
FUNINDES – Simón Bolívar University (Venezuela)
“Sustainable Development: Challenges for Entrepreneurs”. Project: “Start-up La Granolera: Solar-Dried Fruits – Life Cycle Analysis, Stakeholder Identification, and SWOT Analysis.”
Timeline
Product Development Engineer
Algama
2023.01 - 2026.02
Quality Engineer
UMR SayFood INRAE AGPT / CNAM
2022.02 - 2022.08
Master 2 - Product and Process Engineering
AgroParisTech
2021.09 - 2022.09
R&D Food Engineer
Simon Bolivar University
2018.04 - 2021.04
Master - Food Science
Simón Bolívar University
2017.03 - 2021.03
Junior Project Manager
Nestlé Venezuela, S.A.
2017.03 - 2018.03
Quality Assurance Engineer
Valmy Drocosca, C.A.
2015.01 - 2017.01
Master's Degree in Engineering - Chemical Engineer
Simón Bolívar University
2009.09 - 2015.06