Dr. Mandpe holds the esteemed position of Assistant Professor at the Indian Institute of Technology Indore since October 2021, where he continues to inspire and educate future engineers. His impact on education extends beyond the classroom, as evidenced by his diverse teaching experience. He has imparted knowledge to a multitude of students, teaching a wide array of courses and contributing to laboratory development. He has more than eight years of experience working in the broader field of Environmental Engineering and Science. Dr. Mandpe is a Graduate of Civil Engineering from the University of Pune and has completed his Master’s in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering from the College of Engineering Pune (COEP). He completed his Ph.D. from the Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research (AcSIR), working at CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI), Nagpur, which  is a cornerstone of research and development in India, driving environmental solutions and advancements critical for the nation's sustainable future, under the supervision of Dr. Sunil Kumar (Alexander von Humboldt- Stiftung Senior Researcher Fellowship Awardee).