Lead - Mechatronics (Software)

Lakshmi Machine Works (LMW); Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakshmi Machine Works (LMW) in India seeks a Lead - Mechatronics (Software) to architect and lead the software function for PLC, embedded, and CNC systems in smart textile spinning machines. You will drive strategy, architecture, IoT, and security while coordinating with hardware, OEMs, and field teams.

You will oversee end-to-end software development, testing, deployment, and commissioning, with emphasis on scalable, secure, and integrated software platforms for next-gen textile machinery.

Qualifications

• BE/BTech in Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, or Computer Science; or ME/MTech in Embedded Systems / Instrumentation / Control Engineering.
• 10–15 years of industrial software development experience, with 3–5 years in leadership in embedded/AI/PLC-based machinery.
• Experience in textile machinery, weaving, spinning, or mission-critical industrial automation is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the software strategy for PLC, embedded, and CNC systems in alignment with business goals.
• Plan software architecture, roadmaps, and multi-domain system integration strategies.
• Lead requirement analysis, translate specs into architecture, modules, and plans.
• Own software development processes across architecture, HMI, and firmware interfaces.
• Oversee IoT-ready architecture, field deployment readiness, and secure communications.
• Lead cross-domain teams, conduct reviews, and drive high quality, on-time delivery.

Skills

PLC

Embedded systems

CNC

AI/ML

IoT

Security

HMI

Software architecture

Leadership

Education

BE/BTech in Electronics & Communication or Electrical & Electronics or Computer Science

ME/MTech in Embedded Systems / Instrumentation / Control Engineering

Tools

PCB design

CAN

EtherCAT

PROFINET

MQTT/OPC UA

Git/CI/CD

Job description

Lead - Mechatronics (Software):

To architect, Lead and manage the entire software function for products developed with PLC, embedded, and CNC software for smart textile spinning machines. Ensure delivery of high-quality, integrated software solutions while driving innovation, operational excellence, and team performance aligned with business objectives.

1. Strategic Orientation

• Define and execute the software strategy for PLC, embedded, and CNC systems in alignment with overall business and product goals.
• Plan software architecture, technology roadmaps, and multi-domain system integration strategies for smart textile machinery, AI/ML models, mill wide monitoring systems, local/cloud connectivity with robust security
• Anticipate future scalability, maintainability, and platform evolution requirements.
• Ensure modularity, reusability, and portability of software stacks across machines.

2. Financial Orientation

• Optimize software development resources to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Ensure software solutions contribute to cost-effective machine design, maintenance, and lifecycle management.
• Monitor budgets for software projects and manage resource allocation effectively.

3. Customer Focus & Value Add

• Deliver customer-centric software solutions that meet functional, performance, and reliability requirements.
• Support field deployments, commissioning, troubleshooting, and training on machine software for smooth execution
• Collect feedback from clients and internal stakeholders to continuously improve software quality and usability.
• Participate in customer escalations requiring deep technical debugging.
• Engage with OEM vendors (servo, drives, sensors, cloud platforms) for third party integration.

4. Operational Effectiveness

• Lead requirement analysis and translate specifications into system architecture, module design, and implementation plans.
• Take end-to-end ownership of software development process for existing architecture, Gen next smart machine architecture without affecting machine performance and efficiency (integrated various PLC/ embedded and CNC systems, Design intuitive HMI screens and UX) .
• Define PCB level firmware architecture for motor drives . Specify sensors, actuators, power supplies, and communication interfaces (CAN, EtherCAT, PROFINET, RS 485, Ethernet based).
• Oversee IoT ready architecture with On board gateway (Raspberry Pi/Industrial PC or custom) for field buses to IP based communication.
• Ability to handle Real time dashboards, KPI visualization, E-alert, anomaly detection, and root cause analysis
• Knowledge on IoT, Connectivity & Cybersecurity to Design IoT ready architecture with On board gateway (Raspberry Pi/Industrial PC or custom) for field buses to IP based communication.
• Support for (MQTT-Message Queing telemetry Transport /OPC UA-Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture) to Spin Connect or equivalent.
• Ensure secure communication (TLS-Transport Layer Security, VPN-Virtual Physical Network, secure boot, OTA-Open-To-Air update security).
• Enable remote monitoring, diagnostics, and OTA updates without physical visits to every mill.
• Oversee coding and Implement unit testing, integration testing, system validation, deployment, and commissioning.
• Enforce coding standards, best practices, version control, and comprehensive documentation for software and HMI.
• Ensure compliance with industry and safety standards (IEC 61131, ISO, IEC 60204, ISO 13849, IEC 61508/62061).

5. Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Implement AI/ML models for predictive maintenance(spindles, bearings, gearboxes, and drafting systems), anomaly detection, energy optimization (motor load profiling, start stop logic, power sag handling), and quality control (e.g., yarn breakage, sliver CV, draft drift, premature wear). best practices, modern frameworks, and emerging technologies across software teams.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing among team members.

6. People Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop multi-domain software teams (PLC, Embedded, CNC, AI/ML).
• Coordinate with other stake holders to translate hardware features into software driven customer value (e.g., Gen Next smart machine", "closed loop digital sliver control", "QLM/QMS")
• Conduct performance reviews, career development planning, and succession planning.
• Promote teamwork, technical excellence, and adherence to standards and best practices (software coding standards, version control (Git), CI/CD, and test procedures for industrial embedded systems)

7. Additional Responsibilities, if any

• Conduct and Represent the software function in design reviews, audits, and senior management meetings to ensure modular, scalable, and maintainable software.
• Manage post-deployment support, including debugging, patch releases, and updates.
• Define project schedules, monitor progress, track quality metrics, and manage risks to ensure timely delivery.
• Act as liaison between software, electrical, mechanical, and CNC teams to ensure smooth integration.
• Lead cross-domain problem-solving sessions and promote a culture of shared ownership and high-quality performance.

Job Specification (Qualifications, Skills)

Education & Experience

Essential:

• BE/BTech in Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, or Computer Science; or ME/MTech in Embedded Systems / Instrumentation / Control Engineering.
• 10-15 years of industrial software development experience, with 3-5 years in leadership in embedded/AI/PLCbased machinery.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in textile machinery, weaving, spinning, or missioncritical industrial automation (e.g., machine tools, printing, packaging, or similar).
• Exposure to LMWclass spinning machinery (Cards, Drawframes, Combers, Ringframes, Winders, Preparatory lines) via OEM or service environment is a strong plus.