Jason Lombardi
About Jason Lombardi
Jason Lombardi serves as the Director of Food Engineering and Commercial Applications at Benson Hill, where he has worked since 2021. He has a strong background in food engineering, with previous roles at DuPont and Solae, LLC, and holds a Master’s Degree from Washington University in St. Louis.
Current Role at Benson Hill
Jason Lombardi serves as the Director of Food Engineering and Commercial Applications at Benson Hill, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing food engineering initiatives and commercial applications within the company. His work focuses on enhancing food manufacturing processes and fostering cross-functional collaborations in the food and beverages sector. Lombardi's expertise contributes to the company's mission of innovating food production and improving sustainability.
Previous Experience at DuPont
Before joining Benson Hill, Lombardi worked at DuPont for seven years, from 2014 to 2021. His roles included Process Engineer and Pilot Plant Engineer Lead, where he gained extensive experience in food engineering processes. His tenure at DuPont allowed him to develop a strong foundation in food manufacturing and process optimization, which he later applied in his current role.
Career at Solae, LLC
Jason Lombardi's career in the food engineering sector includes significant experience at Solae, LLC. He held multiple positions from 2000 to 2012, starting as a Senior Lab Technician and progressing to Senior Research Associate and R&D Engineer. Over these years, he contributed to research and development projects, enhancing his skills in food manufacturing and engineering processes.
Education and Expertise
Lombardi holds a Master’s Degree in Energy, Environment and Chemical Engineering from Washington University in St. Louis. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Bioengineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his work in the food engineering sector. His expertise includes management experience and strong skills in food manufacturing processes.