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Move from concept to qualified equipment with foodtech engineering. Freelance experts and advisors design processes, specify utilities, and validate lines that run safely, repeatedly, and at target cost.

Foodtech engineering connects food science, food technology, and food process engineering and technology. From lab-scale concepts to validated factory lines, specialists make sure every stage supports food safety, efficiency, and compliance. With deep expertise across food production, utilities, and hygienic design, our network ensures your innovation scales successfully.

How can our experts support you in foodtech engineering?

FoodTech engineering experts designing hygienic food processing equipment
  • User requirement specifications (URS) – Capture product and process needs that drive vendor selection and design. A URS aligns food engineering and technology with food quality, food safety, and shelf life targets.
  • Process and PFD/P&ID development – Map unit operations, controls, CPPs, and CQAs for reliable throughput. Food process engineering and technology experts design flows that balance throughput and cleanability.
  • Utilities and hygienic design – Right-size steam, air, water, and HVAC while ensuring cleanability. Food tech specializes in hygienic zoning, air handling, and physical properties of materials to avoid contamination.
  • CIP, SIP, and sanitation – Design cycles, chemistries, and documentation that pass audits. Proper food processing validation supports quality assurance, reduces downtime, and extends shelf life.
  • Vendor selection, FAT, and SAT – Compare proposals, plan factory and site tests, and close punch lists. Experts clarify the difference between food engineering and food technology in practice – selecting vendors who understand both.
  • Commissioning, validation, and handover – Define protocols, train operators, and transfer a complete documentation pack. From chemical engineering checks to food product development standards, we ensure seamless transfer.
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Dr. James
Head of manufacturing technology

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Biochemical engineering, fermentation, downstream processing, R&D process development, manufacturing, scale-up operational management, safety, HACCP, and more…

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John
Bioprocess engineer

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Precision fermentation, scale-up, life cycle analysis, cellular agriculture, technoeconomic due diligence, and more…

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Matt
Scale up Expert

Area of expertise
Product design for manufacturing, product market fit, commercialization, process scale up, manufacturing design & implementation from pre-pilot to full-scale, and more…

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Dr. Ashish
Senior Advisor (industrial biotechnology)

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Industrial biotechnology, synthetic biology, and precision fermentation, and more…

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Dr. Rob
Biotechnology & fermentation expert

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Fermentation optimization, business development, process design, and more…

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Jeremy
Bioengineering expert

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Biological engineering, precision fermentation, and more…

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and 2500+ other FoodTech Experts

Why specialization in foodtech is critical to engineering projects?

Engineering choices in food directly influence cleanability, contamination risk, and uptime.

Hygienic design principles specify materials and surface finishes so equipment can be effectively cleaned and verified, reducing micro risks and downtime. Aligning layouts, air handling, and zoning to those principles early prevents costly retrofits and enables faster sanitation cycles in production.

Validation is not an afterthought

Process controls and monitoring must link to defined quality attributes and be proven under representative conditions, with documented acceptance criteria. Specialists also sequence FAT and SAT to catch integration issues before start-up, and they design CIP/SIP strategies that perform in the field.

The outcome is a line that meets safety, food supply, and efficiency targets from day one, with documentation that shortens customer onboarding and future audits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Is hygienic zoning always needed?
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Not always, but clear zoning and flows for people, ingredients, packaging, and waste reduce risk and cleaning time.
What is the difference between FAT and SAT?
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Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) proves the asset meets the URS at the vendor; Site Acceptance Test (SAT) verifies installation, integration, and utilities on site before commissioning.
How do control strategies get defined before validation?
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Identify CQAs, link to CPPs, set monitoring and alarm logic, and document responses and acceptance criteria.
What belongs in a URS?
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Functional and performance needs, cleaning expectations, materials, utilities, control ranges, alarms, safety, and required documentation.
How do experts keep communication clear and results measurable for clients?
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Our experts provide structured reporting so clients see exactly how objectives are progressing. They align with company leadership, track innovation metrics, and share updates that keep clients informed. This expert-driven model gives clarity and helps the business consistently stay ahead.
How do experts advise on when to invest in pilots and scale-up?
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Experts can support your due diligence process. They assess readiness and recommend when to invest in pilots, demonstrations, or full-scale production. They can prepare the company with clear technical and financial milestones, ensuring that business decisions on food tech are made with confidence.
Do experts work across the food system and the value chain globally?
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Yes. Our experts deliver projects across the food system and the value chain worldwide. They ensure clients can expand internationally with consistent standards and insights, whether in Americas, Asia, Europe, Africa, or the world market.
Which leadership roles do experts cover?
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Our network includes experts who have served as executive chairmen, vice presidents, co-founders, and heads of product management, and many more. They apply their leadership experience directly to projects, guiding company teams through scale-up, commercialization, and innovation programs.
Can experts build strategic partnerships and guide market entry?
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Yes! Your expert can negotiate and structure strategic partnerships with suppliers, co-manufacturers, research hubs, or customers. They can enable your company to capture new market opportunities while protecting the business case. Experts keep clients aligned with future objectives and competitive positioning.
Do experts apply predictive analytics to match client needs?
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Our experts use a variety of techniques during the engagements, they can use predictive analytics where relevant. They analyze client briefs, assess technical gaps, and match the best food tech expertise to each situation. This ensures the company and its clients receive measurable value from day one.
How do experts drive operational efficiency and help clients stay ahead?
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The experts redesign processes to raise operational efficiency in R&D, supply, and scale-up. They implement food tech solutions that allow the company to stay ahead in cost, quality, and speed. Their role is to ensure the business leverages the right technology without disruption.
How do you help food industry leaders set and deliver business goals?
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As your partner we map company priorities to the right specialists with a deep understanding of food technology and practical innovation. This gives the company and clients a plan the team can execute, with governance that protects business value.
How do companies benefit from working with FTE?
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Our clients use our experts' insights to shape company strategy and accelerate innovation. Each company receives practical insights and/or an execution plan that the team can own. For complex programs we support with a specialist from our network so delivery in food tech stays fast while business oversight remains strong. These outcomes position clients for the future and help the team build capabilities that last.
Can you replace an expert mid-engagement if our needs change?
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Yes. If priorities shift, we’ll rematch quickly to keep momentum.
Can experts join internal stand-ups or work in our tools?
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Yes. Experts adapt to your collaboration stack (Slack/Teams/Drive, etc.) and can embed for a few hours per week.
What deliverables can we expect?
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Examples: rapid-response memos, risk registers, TEA models and assumptions books, process flow diagrams (PFDs), pilot plans and trial reports, supplier shortlists and RFPs, regulatory pathway assessments, claim substantiation reviews, commercialization hands-on support, and many more - message us to see if we can cover your desired deliverable.
Do you support both FoodTech and AgriTech adjacencies?
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Yes. Ingredients, enzymes, fermentation inputs, biomass valorization/side streams, sustainable packaging, and supply-chain optimization are all in scope among other topics including agricultural expertise.
What backgrounds do your experts come from?
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Former founders and CTOs, ex-corporate R&D/ops leaders (ingredient, CPG, bioprocess), process/packaging engineers, pilot-plant managers, QA/food safety leads, sensory & nutrition scientists, LCA/claims specialists, former regulators and notified-body reviewers, commercialization leaders, and ex-investors/tech-DD specialists, and many more.
Which regulatory regimes do your experts support?
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Our experts have experience in: US (FDA/USDA), EU (EFSA/Novel Foods), UK (FSA/OPSS), Singapore (SFA), Australia/NZ (FSANZ), Canada (CFIA), and others via country-specific frameworks. Our experts provide practical, experience-based guidance rather than legal advice.
Do you cover highly specialized areas like downstream processing, strain engineering, or extrusion?
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Yes. Our experts cover topics across wet/dry fractionation, cell line/strain engineering, media optimization, downstream (clarification, filtration, chromatography), extrusion & texturization, aseptic processing, shelf-life, sensory, and packaging - plus commercialization and scale-up.
How is the length (and cost) of an engagement determined?
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You define the scope; we recommend whether hourly advisory, daily sprint packages or a multi-month retainer fits best. Rates scale accordingly and are agreed upfront - no surprises.
Are engagements remote or onsite?
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Most work is remote for speed and cost-efficiency, but onsite audits, pilot-plant visits or workshop days can be arranged worldwide.
Can I book both one-off consultations and long-term support?
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Yes. Schedule a 30-60 minute expert call or embed an expert part-time for months - same streamlined process either way.
How quickly can I connect with an expert?
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You can typically connect with an expert within 48 hours. Our streamlined process ensures that you get the expertise you need quickly and efficiently.
How do you select and vet your experts?
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We conduct interviews and credential checks to ensure each expert meets our high standards. For long-term engagements, we also facilitate one-on-one meetings between the expert and the client to ensure a perfect fit.
What industries or projects do your experts typically work on?
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Our experts have experience across various industries, from alternative proteins and sustainable agriculture to novel ingredients and large-scale bioprocessing. We support projects ranging from R&D and scale-up to commercialization and market entry.
How diverse are the topics covered by your network?
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Our specialists span hundreds of FoodTech niches e.g., fermentation, biomass valorization, food-safety QA, downstream processing, sensory science, market analytics, supply-chain optimization, and more - covering every step from upstream agricultural inputs to downstream consumer.
What types of expertise are available through your platform?
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Our experts cover a wide range of FoodTech specializations, including fermentation, precision fermentation, cell cultivation, mycelium technology, algae production, and more. We continuously expand our network as new innovations emerge in the FoodTech space.
What makes FoodTech Experts powered by Bright Green Partners unique?
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We specialize exclusively in FoodTech, offering access to a vetted network of over 2,500 experts. Every expert is carefully vetted and matched to your specific needs, ensuring top-tier expertise in niche areas like fermentation, cell cultivation, and more.

What our clients say

“The FTE (by BGP) team really took the time to understand our brief and quickly connected us with the perfect expert from their network. Working side by side, our expert has shared invaluable technical know-how, helping us unlock the true potential of our new barley proteins and sharpen our market positioning.”

Enda Ryan
CEO
ClonBio Foods

“BGP/FTE helped us gain the right insights, provided helpful recommendations, and executed everything swiftly.
This has helped us identify key risks, allowing for timely anticipation and mitigation.”

Pieter Meuwissen
Venture Developer
Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij (BOM)

“A strong combination of a professional consulting team and hands-on industry experts from their expert network – great collaboration which helped us move forward with confidence.”

Brecht D'hont
Head of Future Food Solutions
Solina

“Utilizing their deep industry experience and extensive technical network, the BGP/FTE team navigated our project toward the most valuable solutions, making the most of past insights and existing data. The team stands apart in its approach to driving progress with consistent advancements that offer clarity at every project stage.”

Amanda Bess
Science & Technology Analysis Manager
The Good Food Institute

“We asked BGP/FTE to prepare a technical due diligence assessment for a potential investment in the cultured meat space. We were very much impressed by the quality of the BGP team, the thorough way of working, the valuable and up-to-date insights they provided and the open way of communication.

The assessment has helped us in better understanding the challenges of the company in this quickly evolving industry and in structuring a transaction. In many ways BGP outperformed our expectations and we are looking forward to working with them again.”

Victor Meijer
Sr. Investment Manager
InvestNL

“BGP/FTE brought in uniquely deep insights through their professionally strong and reliable networks and a robust consulting framework, which is what we were looking for. Their work has helped us make better strategic and commercial decisions.
We look forward to continuing our partnership.”

Yasushi Noguchi
Senior Director
Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America

“We worked together with the BGP/FTE team to develop our fermentation strategy and to make some very clear choices on where to play and how to win. The insights and support from the BGP team throughout this project were outstanding and they also brought in several experts to do a couple of technical deep-dives. Moreover they ensured that our teams were involved and on board with the proposed strategy. Together with BGP we developed a clear path forward in terms of our fermentation strategy and we are now fully in execution mode.”

Thijs Bosch
Managing Director
Cosun Protein

“The BGP/FTE team helped us assess the alt protein market and better understand the most promising technologies and ingredients. Beyond providing insights and strategy advisory, they also helped us to strengthen our network in this space.”

Steve Chantry Vice
President of International Growth
Kraft Heinz Company

“BGP/FTE has been a valuable resource in leveraging industry knowledge, market sizing, and cultivated relationships to help our team further evaluate the Alternative Proteins landscape. 
We appreciate their ability to envision and look beyond the current state of the industry, peering into the future state where we can all contribute to feeding 10 billion people differently.”

Mike Snodgrass
Managing Director
Global Alternative Proteins Griffith Foods

“BGP/FTE was amongst the first ones we called when we embarked on our alt protein journey. The team did an excellent job organising an engaging workshop series for our key decision makers. They provided a detailed perspective on the industry and helped us identify relevant internal capabilities and resources to leverage.”

Andrey Dribny
CEO of Culinary
IFFCO Group

“BGP/FTE provides us essential support to help drive our vision towards practical implementation. The depth of industry insights they bring in, combined with their consistently top-quality work, enables us to confidently navigate this fast-changing field.”

George Harrigan
Director of Food and Functional Ingredients
NEOM
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