Project Manager – Controls Engineering & Digital TwinLocation: Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Experience: 7 - 12 Years

Company: MN Engineering Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

About the RoleMN Engineering Solutions is looking for an experienced Project Manager – Controls Engineering & Digital Twin to lead our Controls Engineering, Industrial Automation, Digital Twin and IIoT projects.

The ideal candidate will be a technically hands-on leader with robust experience in industrial automation, PLC/SCADA systems, IT/OT integration and Digital Twin solutions. The role involves leading a team of approximately 7 members, managing end-to-end project execution, and working closely with management and US clients.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead end-to-end Controls Engineering, Automation, Digital Twin and IIoT projects.
- Design and optimize machine, process and equipment architectures based on customer requirements.
- Lead PLC programming, troubleshooting, HMI and SCADA implementation.
- Manage PLC-to-robot and industrial automation integration.
- Lead equipment installation, commissioning and technical troubleshooting.
- Analyze customer IT/OT/IIoT environments and develop digital solutions.
- Lead Digital Twin, IIoT, data integration and real-time analytics initiatives.
- Translate customer requirements into scalable technical solutions.
- Conduct technical discussions, design reviews and solution presentations with customers.
- Support sales/business development teams during solution development.
- Lead, mentor and technically guide a team of approximately 7 engineers.
- Ensure project quality,



timelines and successful end-to-end delivery.
- Coordinate with management, engineering teams, OEMs and customers.

Key Technical RequirementsStrong hands-on experience in:
- PLC Programming & Troubleshooting
- HMI & SCADA
- Industrial Automation & Controls
- Digital Twin & IIoT
- IT/OT Integration & Industrial Communication Protocols
- PLC-to-Robot Integration
- Electrical Control Systems / PCB Design
- AutoCAD Electrical / EPLAN
- Industrial Simulation & Automation Tools
- Automation Architecture
- Installation & Commissioning
- Solution Engineering & Technical Problem-Solving

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Automation, Instrumentation, Mechatronics Engineering or a related field.
- 7 - 12 years of relevant experience in Controls Engineering / Industrial Automation / Digital Twin / IIoT.
- Proven team leadership and project management experience.
- Strong customer-facing communication and requirements-gathering skills.
- Experience working in an Engineering Services / Engineering Solutions environment.
- Experience working directly with US clients/customers will be highly preferred.
- Willingness to travel internationally, including the US.

Additional Requirements
- Valid US B1/B2 Visa will be preferred.
- Candidates with a strong technical background and H-1B Visa will be highly advantageous.
- Candidates from South India willing to relocate to Chennai may be considered.
- Interested candidates are invited to apply with their updated CV.

📌 Controls Manager – Digital Twin & IIoT (Chennai)
🏢 MN Engineering Solutions
📍 Chennai