PLC & SCADA Training in Derby
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Derby Professionals
In-person at our Milton Keynes centre or live online from Derby
Industrial Automation in Derby
Derby is synonymous with world-class engineering, home to Rolls-Royce's global civil aerospace manufacturing headquarters and the UK's premier rail engineering cluster. Alstom (formerly Bombardier Transportation) builds trains at their Litchurch Lane works, while Toyota's Burnaston plant operates one of the most automated car factories in Europe. The iHub at Infinity Park and Derby's University Technical College focus specifically on advanced manufacturing and engineering skills, making PLC and SCADA qualifications particularly valuable in this city.
Key Industries in Derby
Major Employers
Also Serving
Nottingham · Burton upon Trent · Belper · Long Eaton · Ilkeston · Ashbourne
The Automation Landscape in Derby
Derby's automation landscape is defined by two engineering giants: Rolls-Royce and Alstom (formerly Bombardier). Rolls-Royce's Sinfin campus, their global civil aerospace headquarters, manufactures Trent jet engines using some of the most advanced PLC-controlled machining and assembly systems in the world, including precision robotic blade grinding and automated non-destructive testing. Alstom's Litchurch Lane works builds trains for UK operators with PLC-controlled body shell welding and final assembly systems. Toyota's Burnaston plant, just outside the city, operates one of Europe's most automated car production facilities with over 400 robots. The iHub at Infinity Park, adjacent to Rolls-Royce, is a research hub for manufacturing digitisation.
Did You Know?
Rolls-Royce's Derby factory machines jet engine fan blades from solid titanium billets to tolerances of 25 microns (one-third the width of a human hair), using PLC-controlled 5-axis machining centres that operate 24/7 in temperature-controlled environments.
Career Outlook in Derby
Derby automation engineers earn £34,000-£55,000, with Rolls-Royce and nuclear sector roles at the upper end. The city's unique concentration of aerospace, rail, and nuclear engineering means employers seek engineers with precision control skills — experience with servo drives, motion control, and high-accuracy positioning systems alongside PLC programming is especially valued. Rolls-Royce's graduate and apprenticeship pipeline means there is also strong demand for mid-career engineers to mentor the next generation.
Real Automation Projects in Derby
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Derby.
Rolls-Royce Sinfin Trent XWB engine assembly cell PLC and robotic integration
Alstom Litchurch Lane Aventra train body shell welding automation
Toyota Burnaston paint shop environmental control and SCADA system upgrade
Lubrizol Hazelwood chemical additive production DCS/PLC modernisation
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Derby Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: Live Online + In-person (Milton Keynes, UK)
- Covers: Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, FactoryIO
- Certificate: CPD Accredited
£2,140 + VAT full programme
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AI in Industrial Automation
- AI & Machine Learning for Automation
- Computer Vision for Quality Inspection
- Predictive Maintenance with AI
- CPD Accredited Certification
What You'll Learn in the Professional Module
A comprehensive 5-day intensive programme with online recorded sessions covering everything from PLC fundamentals to advanced SCADA systems — designed to make you job-ready.
Day 1–2: PLC Fundamentals
- •Siemens S7-1200 & S7-1500 hardware
- •TIA Portal software setup & navigation
- •Ladder Logic & Function Block programming
- •Digital & analog I/O configuration
Day 3: Advanced PLC Programming
- •Structured Text (ST) programming
- •Timer, counter & comparator functions
- •Data handling & memory management
- •Program debugging & testing
Day 4: SCADA & HMI Systems
- •WinCC SCADA configuration
- •HMI screen design & navigation
- •Alarm management & trending
- •Data logging & historical reports
Day 5: Networking & Projects
- •PROFINET & PROFIBUS protocols
- •Ethernet/IP communication
- •PLC-to-PLC data exchange
- •Network troubleshooting techniques
Online: Simulation & Assessment
- •FactoryIO 3D simulation
- •Real-world automation scenarios
- •Conveyor, sorting & batch processes
- •Final capstone project & assessment
Career & Certification
- •CPD Accredited certificate
- •CV building & LinkedIn optimisation
- •Interview preparation & mock interviews
- •Direct introductions to hiring employers
Automation Opportunities in Derby
The industrial automation sector in Derbyis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
£35k – £75k
Average automation engineer salary range in the UK
Career Roles Available in Derby
Derby Industry Demand
The Rail Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive sectors in Derby are actively investing in automation. Companies like Rolls-Royce, Alstom, Toyota (Burnaston) regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in the UK range from £35,000 to £65,000, with senior roles commanding £70,000+.
The UK faces a shortage of over 20,000 automation engineers, making this one of the fastest routes to employment after training.
Technologies Covered
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Why EDWartens
Why Derby Engineers Choose EDWartens
CPD Accredited
Internationally recognised CPD accreditation, valued by UK and European employers.
Hands-on Labs
Real Siemens S7-1200/1500 PLCs, Allen-Bradley, SCADA systems, and FactoryIO simulation.
Career Support
Dedicated placement team connecting graduates with employers like Rolls-Royce and Alstom.
Flexible Delivery
Attend in-person at our Milton Keynes centre or join live online sessions from Derby.
Getting to Our Training Centre from Derby
Our training centre is located in Milton Keynes, easily accessible from Derbyby train or car. Milton Keynes Central station has excellent connections to all major UK cities. Can't travel? Join our live online sessions instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
PLC Training in Derby — FAQs
Is PLC training available in Derby?
Yes — EDWartens offers CPD accredited PLC training accessible from Derby. Our Milton Keynes centre is 1.5 hours by train, or you can join live online sessions. The course covers Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, and FactoryIO simulation — all directly relevant to Derby's aerospace and rail engineering sectors.
What PLC jobs are available in Derby?
Derby offers exceptional PLC engineering opportunities at Rolls-Royce (aerospace), Alstom (rail), Toyota (automotive), and in the nuclear sector. Salaries range from £34,000 for entry-level to £55,000+ for senior controls engineers, with Rolls-Royce contractor rates reaching £40-50/hour.
Which PLC skills do Derby employers value most?
Derby employers particularly value Siemens TIA Portal skills (due to Siemens drive systems being widely used in aerospace machining), precision motion control experience, and SCADA data acquisition for quality traceability. Our course covers all these areas, making it directly relevant to Derby's engineering sector.
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