Project Manager – Controls Engineering & Digital Twin

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Experience: 7 - 12 Years

Company: MN Engineering Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

About the Role

MN 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 Requirements

Strong 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