Vladimir
Romanov
Manufacturing Modernization, Industrial Automation, and Digital Operations
Electrical engineer, MBA, founder, educator, and podcast host helping manufacturers improve systems, teams, and execution.
Engineer, Operator,
Founder.
Vladimir Romanov is an electrical engineer with an MBA who has spent his career at the intersection of technical execution and business strategy in manufacturing. His work spans plant operations, controls engineering, SCADA, MES, IT/OT integration, and modernization, with hands-on experience across some of the largest consumer goods manufacturers in the world.
Through Joltek, SolisPLC, and Manufacturing Hub, he extends that expertise into consulting, technical education, and industry media, helping manufacturers build reliable, modern, and connected operations while developing the people who run them.
Core Ventures
Three platforms. One direction. Supporting manufacturing through consulting, education, and media.
Joltek
Manufacturing Consulting
Consulting and execution support for manufacturers navigating modernization, industrial automation, digital operations, technical leadership, and workforce development.
SolisPLC
Industrial Automation Training
Industrial automation training platform built for engineers, technicians, and manufacturing professionals who need practical, hands-on technical education that works in the real world.
Manufacturing Hub
Podcast and Industry Media
Podcast and media platform covering manufacturing, automation, technology, leadership, and career development through conversations with practitioners, executives, and technology leaders.
Career Timeline
Field-tested expertise across major manufacturers, built into three independent platforms.
Senior Industry Advisor
Providing senior advisory expertise in manufacturing, industrial automation, and operational strategy to support industry-facing initiatives.
Director, Digital Transformation & Industrial Automation Consulting
Leading consulting and execution support for manufacturers navigating modernization, automation strategy, IT/OT convergence, and operational excellence. Working with engineering leaders and plant executives to build scalable transformation programs.
Co-Host
Co-hosting one of the few manufacturing-oriented live podcasts alongside Dave Griffith. Conversations with practitioners, executives, and technology leaders covering manufacturing, automation, digital transformation, and career development.
Founder
Built an industrial automation training platform from the ground up. Published over 50 hours of video content, 100+ technical blog posts, and 4 Udemy courses with over 11,200 students. Trusted by manufacturers including Kroger, General Mills, and Danone.
Senior Control Systems Engineer
Led modernization, reliability, and automation programs across multiple manufacturing plants over eight years. Managed a new plant construction and commissioning project valued over USD 4MM for Post Holdings. Earlier role as Maintenance Supervisor with direct oversight of 26 mechanics and technicians.
Electrical Engineer | Band 1 Manager
Led procurement, deployment, and validation of two manufacturing lines valued over USD 10MM — recognized as the fastest installation on site. Developed a control system algorithm for PocketPearl packaging and drove R&D efforts resulting in a 20% increase in production speed.
Electrical Field Engineer
Field engineering role within the Elevator and Escalator Department. Troubleshot technical issues through electrical and mechanical prints, developed construction packages for modern elevator installations, and supervised field technicians on site.
What I Do
Five areas where experience, strategy, and execution converge.
Consulting and Advisory
Support for manufacturers navigating modernization, technical strategy, operational risk, and execution. From assessing current state to guiding complex transformations, this work is rooted in plant-floor reality.
Industrial Automation and Modernization
Controls architecture, system upgrades, PLC and HMI development, and plant floor technology transformation. Combining engineering depth with an operator's understanding of what reliability actually requires.
SCADA, MES, and Data Systems
Design, integration, and optimization of operational visibility systems. Connecting plant-floor data to business systems, reducing information gaps, and enabling decisions grounded in real operational data.
Training and Technical Education
Practical programs and content built to close the skills gap in industrial automation. Delivered through SolisPLC and tailored engagements designed to upskill teams with knowledge they can apply immediately.
Podcasting, Writing, and Industry Media
Public-facing thought leadership through Manufacturing Hub, personal technical content, articles, and industry commentary. An ongoing commitment to advancing the conversation in manufacturing and automation.
Looking for consulting support, a training partnership, or a speaking opportunity?
Get In TouchMedia and Insights
Conversations and content advancing the manufacturing and automation conversation.
Manufacturing Hub
Co-hosted podcast and media platform dedicated to manufacturing, automation, technology, and leadership. Conversations with practitioners, executives, and technology leaders across the industry.
Manufacturing Hub Podcast
Co-hosted conversations with practitioners, executives, and technology leaders covering manufacturing, automation, digital transformation, and career development.
manufacturinghub.live →Manufacturing Hub YouTube
Video conversations from the Manufacturing Hub platform. Industry insight in a format built for how manufacturing professionals actually consume content.
@manufacturinghubpodcast →Personal YouTube
Technical content on industrial automation, modern manufacturing systems, and practical topics for engineers and operators in the field.
YouTube Channel →Latest Episodes
Recent conversations from Manufacturing Hub. Click any episode to watch.
Credibility Built in the Field
Career experience earned inside some of the world's largest manufacturing organizations, combined with three industry platforms built from the ground up.
Corporate Experience
Procter & Gamble
Electrical engineering and controls work on high-speed manufacturing lines, including new line deployments valued over USD 10MM and a 20% production speed improvement through R&D.
Kraft Heinz / Post Holdings
Eight years leading control systems modernization, reliability programs, and a USD 4MM plant construction and commissioning project across multiple manufacturing facilities.
Mitsubishi Electric
Electrical field engineering within the Elevator and Escalator Department, including construction packages, field troubleshooting, and technician supervision.
Ventures Founded
Joltek
Manufacturing consulting and execution support.
SolisPLC
Industrial automation training platform.
Manufacturing Hub
Industry podcast and media platform.
Public educator in industrial automation and a trusted voice in modern manufacturing through media, podcasting, and technical content.
Let's Connect
Whether you're looking for consulting support, a training partnership, a speaking engagement, or a conversation about manufacturing and automation, the right path starts here.
Reasons to reach out