RAJEEV JOSHI
Summary
Results-driven Engineering Leader and Program Manager with 24+ years of proven expertise in industrial automation, Training & Development, Data Analysis and digital transformation. Demonstrated success in leading large-scale engineering projects (up to USD 30M+), coordinating cross-functional global teams, and managing full product lifecycle — from concept through validation certification and sustainability. Experienced in stakeholder management, QCD (Quality, Cost, Delivery) governance, risk mitigation, and Agile methodologies. Designed and delivered the training programs for 1000+ workforce (Trainee engineers to Sr management).
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
10
10
Certifications
Work History
Engineering Program Manager – ADNOC Gas Project (Brownfield)
Yokogawa India
01.2024 - Current
- Oversaw engineering execution aligned with customer specifications and regulatory standards.
- Led risk analysis, issue escalation, and decision-making to ensure smooth project delivery.
Deputy General Manager | Engineering Project & Program Manager
Yokogawa India Ltd.
06.2017 - Current
- Led global industrial automation and embedded product development programs across DCS, PLC, SCADA, and digital transformation solutions.
- Led IIOT, Data analytics, Cloud infrastructure, Remote engineering and Digital transformation projects.
- Acted as primary technical focal point, ensuring product compliance with customer needs and global standards.
- Managed end-to-end product development, including architecture definition, performance targets, and QCD governance.
- Directed cross-functional teams, aligning design authority and project execution with contractual and technical requirements.
- Implemented Agile and Scrum methodologies for efficient project delivery.
- Designed the framework, developed and delivered for Training development for the entire Global engineering team.
Engineering Program Manager – LNGC Project (Canada)
Yokogawa India
04.2018 - 10.2024
- Managed multi-million-dollar automation projects with focus on timely delivery, quality assurance, and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated cross-functional and multi-regional engineering teams.
Group Manager
Yokogawa India Ltd
06.2017 - 04.2018
- Domain: DCS and SCADA
Commissioning Lead
Yokogawa Australia/Chevron
10.2015 - 05.2017
- Domain: LNGC Plan Automation
ICSS Engg Manager
Yokogawa Engg Asia
03.2010 - 10.2015
- Domain: Integrated Automation
Lead Engineer
Honeywell India Ltd
03.2009 - 03.2010
- Domain: DCS, Safety HW and SW
Executive to Manager
Yokogawa India Ltd
12.2002 - 10.2008
- Domain: DCS SW
Sr Officer-maintenance
GSML-India
12.1999 - 12.2002
- Domain: Maintenance of Various Instruments and System
Education
E-MBA - General Management
Indian Institute of Management
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Digital Transformation Strategy
Swiss School of Business Management
PhD - Project Management
IIC University of Technology
MDP - Digital Strategy & Transformation
IIM Kozhikode
MBA - undefined
University of Chester
Bachelor of Engineering - Instrument & Control
Karnataka University
Skills
Technical Management
Certification
Program Management Professional (PgMP)
Publications And Mentoring
- Author: 'Digital India: The Exponential Growth'
- Mentor and Guest Lecturer on Leadership, Digital Strategy, and Project Management for MBA programs
- Many Articles pertaining to Digital Transformation, Project Management and Strategic Management in LinkedIn.
Timeline
Engineering Program Manager – ADNOC Gas Project (Brownfield)
Yokogawa India
01.2024 - Current
Engineering Program Manager – LNGC Project (Canada)
Yokogawa India
04.2018 - 10.2024
Deputy General Manager | Engineering Project & Program Manager
Yokogawa India Ltd.
06.2017 - Current
Group Manager
Yokogawa India Ltd
06.2017 - 04.2018
Commissioning Lead
Yokogawa Australia/Chevron
10.2015 - 05.2017
ICSS Engg Manager
Yokogawa Engg Asia
03.2010 - 10.2015
Lead Engineer
Honeywell India Ltd
03.2009 - 03.2010
Executive to Manager
Yokogawa India Ltd
12.2002 - 10.2008
Sr Officer-maintenance
GSML-India
12.1999 - 12.2002
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Digital Transformation Strategy
Swiss School of Business Management
PhD - Project Management
IIC University of Technology
MDP - Digital Strategy & Transformation
IIM Kozhikode
MBA - undefined
University of Chester
Bachelor of Engineering - Instrument & Control
Karnataka University
E-MBA - General Management
Indian Institute of Management
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