Samir Thaker

Visionary Leader in Digital Transformation & Industrial Automation

24+
Years Experience
20+
Countries Served
$3M+
Business Unlocked
8+
Industries Served
Explore My Journey

About Me

Who Am I

I am a forward-thinking technology leader with over two decades of experience driving customer-centric digital transformation across industrial automation domains. My expertise spans Level 1 to Level 4 automation systems, encompassing everything from field instrumentation to enterprise-level integration.

My Vision & Impact

Rooted in servant leadership, I empower teams and foster cultures of trust and innovation. I have successfully developed Terminal Automation competencies across 20+ countries, led global sales collaborations, and spearheaded multi-million-dollar wins for organizations like ADNOC, PAZ, and PlusPetrol.

Competency Development

I have built cross-functional competencies in both Industrial Automation and Software Development, implementing agile transformations that boosted efficiency by 20% and leading teams through complex digital transformation initiatives worth millions.

$3M+
Annual Business Impact
$270K+
Cost Savings Delivered
40K+
Man-hours Managed
25
Team Members Led

Recognition & Achievements

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AP Presidential Award Nomination

Innovation category recognition for outstanding contributions

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Customer Focused Excellence

Multiple awards for exceptional customer service and delivery

🚀

Innovation Leadership

Micro Innovator at GE-IIC and Outstanding Contribution at Dell

Employment History

Oct 2012 - Present
Sr. Manager - Technical
Emerson Export Engineering Centre

Leading strategic innovation, global technology leadership, and driving digital transformation initiatives across multiple business units with $3M+ business impact.

July 2010 - Sept 2012
Asst. Project Manager
Emerson Export Engineering Centre

Managed complex automation projects and developed technical competencies in terminal automation systems across global markets.

March 2009 - July 2010
Sr. MES Consultant & Business Analyst
Capgemini Consulting India Pvt. Ltd

Led GE-Fanuc MES rollouts for P&G manufacturing units globally, managing complex system implementations across multiple countries.

Aug 2006 - Oct 2008
Sr. Software Development Engineer
Dell International Services

Developed MES solutions for Dell manufacturing facilities globally, focusing on factory automation systems and production tracking.

Core Competencies

Industrial Automation

  • PLC Programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi)
  • SCADA Systems (Wonderware, CIMPLICITY, iFix)
  • DCS Configuration (DeltaV, Foxboro)
  • MES Solutions (Proficy, OSI PI)
  • Batch Control Systems
  • Historian Systems

Software Development

  • Web & Windows Development
  • .NET Framework
  • RDBMS (SQL Server, Oracle)
  • Power Automate & Power BI
  • Reporting Solutions (Crystal Reports)
  • API Development

Cloud & Modern Technologies

  • Microsoft Azure (AZ-900 Certified)
  • Azure DevOps
  • Data Science & Analytics
  • AI Services
  • Digital Transformation

Project Management & Leadership

  • PMP Certified
  • SAFe 5 Practitioner & POPM
  • Agile Transformation
  • Global Team Leadership
  • Change Management
  • Business Development

Agile & SAFe Coaching Excellence

SAFe Expertise

  • SAFe 6 Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) - In Progress
  • SAFe 5 Practitioner (SP) Certified
  • SAFe 5 Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM)
  • Agile Coach for DeltaV RTS Product Development
  • Scaled Agile Framework Implementation

Agile Transformation Results

  • 20% Efficiency Boost (DeltaV Real-Time Scheduling)
  • DevOps Implementation for CI/CD
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Agile Process Standardization
  • Sprint Planning & Execution

Project Management Excellence

Global Project Leadership

  • 40,000+ Man-hours Managed Annually
  • Multi-million Dollar Project Wins
  • Cross-functional Team Coordination
  • Budget & Schedule Control
  • Risk Management & Mitigation

Tools & Methodologies

  • MS Project & Azure DevOps
  • Waterfall & Agile Methodologies
  • KPI Definition & Tracking
  • Business Intelligence Tools
  • Quality Assurance Frameworks

Oil & Gas Projects

Terminal Automation

15+ Years Experience

  • ADNOC, UAE: Marine Loading Application Development
  • PAZ Terminal, Israel: Legacy System Migration to TM
  • PlusPetrol, Peru: Complete TAS Implementation
  • Quantum Terminal, Ghana: TMS Solution (INR 1.25 Cr)
  • Saudi Aramco: Terminal Automation Solution
  • Vopak SDIC, China: Marine Loading Systems

Key Technologies

  • DeltaV DCS Integration
  • TerminalManager Solutions
  • SaaS SCADA Implementation
  • Custom API Development
  • Real-time Data Integration
  • Truck & Marine Loading Systems

Pharmaceutical Projects

Validation & Compliance

  • Indoco Remedies: Building Management System (BMS)
  • Pam Pharmaceuticals: Capsule Filling Machine Automation
  • Shasun Chemicals: Foxboro DCS Validation
  • Multiple Pharma Companies: USFDA, MCA, MCC Audit Support
  • 250+ Systems Validated: GAMP & 21CFR Part 11 Compliant

Specialized Skills

  • GAMP 4.0 & 21CFR Part 11 Compliance
  • Master Validation Plan (MVP)
  • IQ/OQ/PQ Protocol Development
  • Control System Validation
  • Regulatory Audit Support
  • Electronic Batch Recording Systems

Manufacturing Projects

MES Solutions

  • Dell Manufacturing: Global Proficy Tracker Implementation
  • P&G Facilities: Production, Efficiency & Quality Modules
  • Multiple Locations: Manchester (UK), Nigeria, Egypt, India
  • Factory Automation: End-to-end MES rollouts

Automation Systems

  • Machine Automation (Tablet Press, Coating, RMG)
  • Plant Automation (Edible Oil, Chemical Process)
  • Building Management Systems
  • Data Acquisition Systems

Power & Utilities Projects

Power Plant Automation

  • Grasim Industries: 10MW Power Plant Automation
  • IFFCO Barelly: Gas Turbine Control Systems
  • Boiler Control Systems: EDAS PLC & iFix SCADA
  • Custom Driver Development: OP2 Driver for OPTO Hardware

Research & Development Projects

Research & Development

  • DRDO Labs: Research Lab Automation
  • BARC Mumbai: Temperature & Pressure Control
  • TPIL: Compressor Testing Lab Automation
  • Custom Solutions: Multi-parameter monitoring systems

Hardware Engineering Services

Comprehensive Hardware Solutions

With 24+ years of hands-on experience in industrial automation hardware, I provide end-to-end hardware engineering services across all automation levels. From field instrumentation selection to enterprise-level system architecture.

250+
Systems Designed
8+
Hardware Platforms

Control Systems Hardware

  • PLC Systems: Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, GE Fanuc
  • DCS Platforms: DeltaV, Foxboro, ABB System 800xA
  • SCADA Systems: Hardware sizing and architecture design
  • Safety Systems: SIL rated safety instrumented systems
  • Network Architecture: Industrial Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet
  • I/O Systems: Remote I/O, wireless solutions, smart transmitters

Field Instrumentation

  • Process Instruments: Temperature, pressure, flow, level measurement
  • Analytical Instruments: pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen
  • Control Valves: Sizing, selection, and actuator specification
  • Smart Devices: HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus integration
  • Explosion Proof: Hazardous area classification and equipment selection
  • Calibration Services: Instrument commissioning and validation

Control System Engineering Services

Complete End-to-End Control System Solutions from FEED to Site Commissioning

Pre-Sales & Consulting

  • Technical Feasibility Studies: System architecture and technology selection
  • Solution Design: Conceptual design and system specifications
  • Cost Estimation: Detailed engineering cost analysis and ROI studies
  • Proposal Development: Technical proposals and customer presentations
  • Risk Assessment: Technical risk analysis and mitigation strategies
  • Client Workshops: Requirements gathering and solution validation

FEED to Detailed Design

  • Front End Engineering: Process flow diagrams and control philosophy
  • Detailed Engineering: I/O lists, cable schedules, panel layouts
  • Software Development: PLC programming, SCADA configuration
  • System Integration: Third-party system interfaces and APIs
  • Documentation: As-built drawings, operation manuals, procedures
  • Testing Protocols: FAT/SAT procedures and validation protocols

Implementation & Commissioning

  • Site Installation: Panel installation and field wiring supervision
  • Loop Checking: Instrument calibration and loop testing
  • System Commissioning: Software loading and system testing
  • Performance Testing: Process optimization and tuning
  • Training: Operator and maintenance training programs
  • Customer Handover: Documentation transfer and support setup

Agile & SAFe Coaching Services

Transforming Organizations Through Agile Excellence

As a certified SAFe practitioner and experienced Agile coach, I help organizations transition from traditional project management to agile methodologies, achieving 20%+ efficiency improvements and faster time-to-market.

20%
Efficiency Boost
40K+
Hours Managed

Scrum Master Services

  • Sprint Planning: Backlog refinement and sprint goal setting
  • Daily Standups: Team coordination and impediment removal
  • Sprint Reviews: Stakeholder engagement and feedback incorporation
  • Retrospectives: Continuous improvement and team development
  • Metrics & Reporting: Velocity tracking and burndown analysis
  • Team Coaching: Agile mindset development and practice adoption

Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM)

  • Product Vision: Strategic roadmap and feature prioritization
  • Backlog Management: User story creation and acceptance criteria
  • Stakeholder Communication: Requirements gathering and expectation management
  • Release Planning: Feature delivery and milestone planning
  • Market Analysis: Customer feedback integration and competitive analysis
  • Value Delivery: ROI tracking and business outcome measurement

SAFe Implementation

  • Program Increment Planning: Large-scale coordination and alignment
  • Agile Release Train: Multi-team synchronization and delivery
  • Lean Portfolio Management: Strategic investment and value stream optimization
  • DevOps Integration: Continuous delivery pipeline implementation
  • Organizational Change: Culture transformation and leadership coaching
  • Scaling Frameworks: Enterprise agility and governance models

Report Development Services

"Let Your Data Speak to You to Drive Efficiency"

Transform Raw Data into Actionable Intelligence

With expertise in Power BI, Crystal Reports, and custom reporting solutions, I help organizations unlock the power of their data through intelligent dashboards, KPI monitoring systems, and automated reporting solutions that drive operational excellence.

$200K+
Savings Through Analytics
100+
Custom Reports Built

Business Intelligence Dashboards

  • Power BI Solutions: Interactive dashboards with real-time data
  • KPI Monitoring: Executive dashboards for performance tracking
  • Operational Metrics: Production efficiency and quality indicators
  • Financial Analytics: Cost analysis and profitability reporting
  • Predictive Analytics: Trend analysis and forecasting models
  • Mobile Reporting: On-the-go access to critical metrics

Industrial Reporting Solutions

  • @myTerminal Package: Terminal automation reporting suite
  • MIS Reports: Management information systems for operations
  • Alarm & Event Analysis: System health and performance monitoring
  • Root Cause Analysis: Automated incident investigation reports
  • Compliance Reporting: Regulatory and audit trail documentation
  • Shift Reports: Automated operational summaries

Custom Analytics Solutions

  • Data Integration: Multi-source data consolidation and cleansing
  • Real-time Analytics: Live data streaming and processing
  • Historical Trending: Long-term performance analysis and benchmarking
  • Exception Reporting: Automated alerts and notification systems
  • Custom Visualizations: Industry-specific charts and graphics
  • API Development: Data export and integration capabilities

Software Product Development Consultation

From Concept to Market-Ready Products

Leading software product development for Emerson's cutting-edge solutions including Zedi, TerminalManager, and SaaS SCADA platforms. I provide end-to-end consultation from product strategy to technical implementation, helping organizations build scalable, market-ready software solutions.

$2M+
SaaS Portfolio Value
25+
Development Team

Product Strategy & Planning

  • Product Roadmap: Strategic planning and feature prioritization
  • Technical Architecture: Scalable system design and technology selection
  • Business Case Development: ROI analysis and investment justification
  • Go-to-Market Strategy: Launch planning and sales enablement
  • Risk Assessment: Technical and business risk mitigation

Development & Implementation

  • Agile Development: Scrum/SAFe implementation for faster delivery
  • DevOps Integration: CI/CD pipeline and automated testing
  • Cloud Architecture: Azure-based scalable solutions
  • API Development: RESTful services and system integration
  • Quality Assurance: Testing frameworks and quality gates
  • Performance Optimization: System tuning and scalability

Team Building & Leadership

  • Team Assembly: Hiring and onboarding technical talent
  • Skill Development: Training and competency building programs
  • Process Optimization: Development workflow and efficiency improvement
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Global team coordination
  • Innovation Culture: Creating environments for technical excellence
  • Future Leaders: Mentorship and succession planning

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Industrial Automation Experience

Level 1 to Level 4 Automation Expertise

Level 1 - Field Level: Extensive experience with field instrumentation, sensors, actuators, and smart devices across various industries including pharmaceutical, oil & gas, and manufacturing.

Level 2 - Control Level: Expert in PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi), DCS configuration (DeltaV, Foxboro), and batch control systems for complex process automation.

Level 3 - Operations Management: SCADA systems development (Wonderware, CIMPLICITY, iFix), MES solutions (Proficy Tracker, OSI PI), and real-time data management for operational excellence.

Level 4 - Business Planning: ERP integration, business intelligence solutions, and enterprise-level system architecture for complete digital transformation.

250+
Systems Validated
100+
Projects Delivered
15+
Years in Oil & Gas
8
Industries Served

Software Development Experience

Modern Software Solutions

Product Development Leadership: Currently leading software development for Emerson's Zedi, TerminalManager, working on web & windows applications, API development, and Windows Service development.

Innovation & Productized Solutions: Conceptualized @myTerminal Reporting Package, eTAS framework solutions, and cross-BU product portfolios enhancing customer value.

Digital Transformation: Led Digitization 2.0 initiative using O365 & Power Automate, delivering $200K+ savings through process automation and digital workflows.

Cloud & Modern Tech: Azure certified professional driving cloud adoption, AI services integration, and modern development practices across global teams.

$2M+
SaaS SCADA Portfolio
$200K+
Digitization Savings
20%
Efficiency Improvement
25
Team Members

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Ready to discuss your automation project needs

Let's Connect

With 24+ years of experience in industrial automation and global project implementations, I'm ready to help solve your control systems challenges.

Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India

Specialization: Control Systems & MES Solutions

Industries: Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas

Phone: +91-8793337720

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