DHAMODARAN MURUGESAN
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Senior MES & Digital Transformation Manager with 15+ years of experience delivering Industry 4.0, OT/IT integration, SAP–MES integration, and smart manufacturing solutions across FMCG and industrial sectors.
Currently based in Riyadh with hands-on experience implementing GE Proficy MES, Historian, SCADA (Cimplicity), and AI-driven analytics platforms. Proven track record in:
- End-to-end MES implementation
- SAP–MES integration (C# APIs)
- OEE optimization & downtime reduction
- Smart factory data architecture (Snowflake, SQL Server)
- Managing cross-functional OT & IT teams
Successfully delivered manufacturing digitalization projects across KSA, Europe, and the USA.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior MES Consultant
Obeikan Digital Solution Pvt Ltd.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
12.2021 - 02.2026
- Assisted in driving digital transformation initiatives for clients by supporting management and implementation of complex MES, SCADA and AI-driven analytics solutions.
- Contributed as a technical resource for integrating operational technology with enterprise systems.
- Participated in key projects including TFO – AI-driven performance insights and GE Proficy MES & SAP-O3AI integration.
- Utilised tools such as C#, Snowflake, SQL Server 2019, and JavaScript for project development.
Project Manager
L&T Technology Services Pvt Ltd.
Chennai, India
01.2018 - 11.2021
- Assisted in managing and executing line event data system (LEDS) projects for global FMCG clients focused on OEE calculation performance monitoring and system integration to enhance manufacturing processes.
- Supported deployment of LEDS solutions for high-profile customers by overseeing configuration and user training.
- Contributed to the integration of OT data by creating data pipelines from machine PLCs through IGS/Kepware to GE Proficy Historian and plant applications.
- Helped optimise data collector settings to reduce storage memory requirements and improve system performance.
Senior Software Engineer
TVSNext Pvt Ltd.
Chennai, India
12.2015 - 01.2018
- Assisted in designing and developing MES solutions for industrial clients.
- Supported operational applications and system upgrades for enhanced performance.
- Contributed to architecting ERP-MES data flows to streamline processes.
Senior Software Engineer
BSS Software Service PVT Ltd.
Chennai, India
02.2015 - 12.2015
- Assisted in development of internal business intelligence platform for analytics.
- Supported teams with sales forecasting, risk assessment, and customer retention efforts.
- Utilised ASP.NET, C#, LINQ, CSS, jQuery, JavaScript, Google Map, Geomap, and SQL Server 2008 to create applications.
Senior Engineer
Bitberries Infotech PVT Ltd.
Chennai, India
11.2013 - 01.2015
- Assisted in developing and maintaining web applications for international clients.
- Supported business process management solutions focusing on user interface design and functionality.
- Contributed to key projects, including Umero Web Admin for Ditiam Singapore and Singapore Tourism Board application for the Government of Singapore.
Programmer
Knack Information Technologies PVT Ltd.
Chennai, India
05.2010 - 11.2013
- Assisted in developing and maintaining web-based CRM and self-service applications.
- Contributed to UI design by implementing features and fixing bugs.
- Supported the creation of application screens using ASP.NET Web Forms and Telerik controls.
- Aided in implementing functionality with C#, jQuery, and JavaScript.
- Engaged in testing to identify defects and ensure application stability.
Education
M.Sc. - Computer Science
Bishop Heber College
Trichy, India 01.2008 - 01.2010
B.Sc. - Computer Science
Nehru Memorial College
Trichy, India 01.2005 - 01.2008
Skills
- Software Platform:
- ASPNET, C#NET, VBNet
- Angular JS, NET API
- Web Technology:
- XML, HTML, IIS, ADONET
- MES Application Platforms:
- Kepware/IGS – OPC Server
- GE Proficy Historian
- GE Proficy Plant Application 2023
- GE Proficy Cimplicity SCADA 2022
- O3ai (Obeikan Operational Optimization)
- Databases (RDBMS & Cloud):
- Microsoft SQL Server (2016–2022)
- Snowflake
- Scripting Languages:
- JavaScript, VBScript, jQuery
- Other Technologies:
- Web Services, WCF, WPF
- Web Forms, LINQ
- GUI:
- Visual Studio (2015-2022)
- Reporting Tools:
- SSRS Report, Tableau, Power BI
- Operating Systems:
- Windows Vista / Windows XP
- Windows (2007 – 2011)
LANGUAGES
English
Fluent
Tamil
Fluent
Timeline
Senior MES Consultant
Obeikan Digital Solution Pvt Ltd.
12.2021 - 02.2026
Project Manager
L&T Technology Services Pvt Ltd.
01.2018 - 11.2021
Senior Software Engineer
TVSNext Pvt Ltd.
12.2015 - 01.2018
Senior Software Engineer
BSS Software Service PVT Ltd.
02.2015 - 12.2015
Senior Engineer
Bitberries Infotech PVT Ltd.
11.2013 - 01.2015
Programmer
Knack Information Technologies PVT Ltd.
05.2010 - 11.2013
M.Sc. - Computer Science
Bishop Heber College
01.2008 - 01.2010
B.Sc. - Computer Science
Nehru Memorial College
01.2005 - 01.2008