Sivamurugan Chelladurai

Electronics & Communication Engineering

Hello, I'm Sivamurugan

Assistant Professor & Industrial Automation Expert –

Specializing in PLC Programming, Automation Systems, and Industrial Process Control with 8+ years of international experience.

Sivamurugan Chelladurai
Automation Lab

About My Journey

Industrial Automation & Academic Professional –

I'm an Assistant Professor at Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education with 8+ years of comprehensive experience in Installation, Commissioning, Maintenance, Service, Project Management, Testing and Troubleshooting in Automation & Process industry. Currently pursuing Part-Time PhD in Electronics & Communication Engineering.

Core Competencies:

PLC Programming
Industrial Automation
Equipment Commissioning
Process Control
Project Management
International Projects

My expertise spans across Transformer & Switchgear commissioning, PLC-based automation systems, AAC Plant operations, ASRS Warehouse Systems, and Track & Trace implementations. With extensive international experience in Rwanda and comprehensive knowledge of Siemens, OMRON, AB & ABB PLC systems, I bring practical industry experience to academic excellence.

Educational Journey

Academic Qualifications & Professional Development

2022

PhD (Pursuing)

Electronics & Communication Engineering from Kalasalingam University, Madurai. Part-time doctoral research in advanced automation systems.

01 \ DOCTORAL STUDIES

2015

M.E. Applied Electronics

V V College of Engineering, Tuticorin. Scored 77.5%. Specialized in applied electronics and control systems.

02 \ MASTER'S DEGREE

2012

B.E. Electronics & Communication

Parisutham Institute of Technology & Science, Thanjavur. Scored 80.8%. Strong foundation in electronics and communication systems.

03 \ BACHELOR'S DEGREE

Professional Experience

Industry & Academic Experience

KARE
Current PositionMay 2022 - Present

Assistant Professor

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, Madurai

Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Electronics & Communication Engineering. Research focus on industrial automation, process control systems, and advanced electronics applications.

TeachingResearch SupervisionCourse DevelopmentAcademic Excellence
IICL
International ProjectJan 2021 - May 2022

Electrical Engineer

Integrated Infrastructure Company Ltd., Rwanda

Led AAC Plant automation, PLC programming, preventive maintenance planning, and supervised electrical teams in international operations.

AAC PlantPLC ProgrammingTeam ManagementInternational Experience
MSPL
Automation ProjectOct 2017 - Jun 2020

Industrial Automation Engineer

Madras Security Printers Pvt. Ltd. (Rwanda Projects)

Digital Tax Stamps Track & Trace System for Rwanda Revenue Authority. Camera-based QR code systems and automation solutions.

Track & TraceQR SystemsGovernment ProjectsSystem Integration
GEAR
ASRS ProjectJul 2015 - Oct 2017

Electrical Supervisor

Godrej Efacec Automation & Robotics Pvt. Ltd., Chennai

Led team of 21 personnel for Chennai Airport ASRS project. 24x7 operations management and maintenance scheduling across multiple client locations.

ASRS SystemsTeam LeadershipAirport Projects24x7 Operations
ATKO
Field ServiceAug 2012 - May 2013

Service Engineer

ATKO Scales Pvt. Ltd., Chennai

Installation, maintenance & service of electronic weighing scales across Tamil Nadu. Training and development of field service personnel.

Weighing SystemsField ServiceTrainingTamil Nadu Coverage

Technical Expertise

Comprehensive automation and control systems expertise with hands-on international project experience.

PLC Programming

01 / AUTOMATION & CONTROL

PLC Programming & Industrial Automation

Expert in Siemens PLC (S7 300/1200), OMRON PLC, AB & ABB PLC programming. Comprehensive experience in VFD parameter setting, HMI & SCADA operations using WinCC software.

Siemens PLC Programming
PROFIBUS & PROFINET Communication
VFD & Motor Control Systems
SCADA & HMI Development

02 / INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS

Equipment & Process Control

Extensive experience in commissioning transformers, switchgear, distribution panels, and capacitor panels. Expertise in calibration of RTD, pressure switches, transmitters, and level monitoring systems.

Transformer & Switchgear Commissioning
Process Equipment Calibration
AAC Plant Operations
ASRS Warehouse Systems
Industrial Equipment
PLC Systems

Siemens S7 300/1200

OMRON PLC

AB & ABB PLC

Ladder & FBD Programming

Design Software

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Simatic Manager

WinCC SCADA

Industrial Equipment

VFD Systems

Motor Control

Sensors & Encoders

Communication Systems

Recognition & Awards

Testimonials from international colleagues and collaborators

Project Manager, Rwanda

Project Manager, Rwanda

INTEGRATED INFRASTRUCTURE COMPANY LIMITED

"

Sivamurugan's expertise in automation systems and PLC programming was instrumental in the successful commissioning of our AAC plant. His leadership in managing international teams and troubleshooting complex systems is exceptional.

"
8+ Years Experience

International automation projects

Multiple PLC Systems

Siemens, OMRON, AB & ABB

Team Leadership

Led 20+ member technical teams

PhD Pursuing

Advanced research in ECE

Professional Development

"My approach combines practical industry experience with academic excellence. Having worked on international automation projects across Rwanda and India, I bring real-world problem-solving skills to teaching and research in electronics and communication engineering."

8+

Years Industry Experience

3

International Projects

20+

Team Members Led

Contact Information

Get in touch for automation consultations and academic collaborations

Contact Details

Office Address

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education

Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India

Permanent Address

59B, Main Street, Vijayaramapuram

Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu, India

Languages: English, Tamil (Hindi & Telugu - Beginner)