PLC & SCADA Training for Eindhoven Professionals
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Eindhoven Professionals
Live online sessions from Eindhoven, Netherlands | In-person available in Milton Keynes, UK
Industrial Automation in Eindhoven
Eindhoven is the heart of the Netherlands' Brainport high-tech cluster, home to ASML, the world's sole manufacturer of extreme UV lithography machines, and Philips' technology campus. The region's precision manufacturing, semiconductor equipment, and mechatronics industries demand the highest levels of automation expertise. VDL Group, DAF Trucks, and NXP Semiconductors add to the concentration of advanced manufacturing. EDWartens delivers CPD accredited PLC training online from our UK centre, supporting Brainport's engineering talent.
Key Industries in Eindhoven
Major Employers
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Veldhoven · Helmond · Tilburg · Best · 's-Hertogenbosch · Valkenswaard
The Automation Landscape in Eindhoven
Eindhoven is the nucleus of the Netherlands' high-tech manufacturing ecosystem, centred on ASML — the sole global supplier of extreme-UV lithography machines, each containing over 100,000 components assembled with nanometre-level PLC-controlled precision. Philips' High Tech Campus, once the company's R&D nerve centre, is now an open innovation hub with 200+ companies developing automation, sensing, and AI technologies. VDL Group operates multiple automated production facilities across the Brainport region producing electric buses, semiconductor equipment modules, and solar roof systems. Prodrive Technologies in Son runs one of Europe's most advanced electronics manufacturing lines with full PLC-controlled traceability.
Did You Know?
Each ASML EUV lithography machine costs over €300 million and requires PLC-controlled vacuum, laser, and wafer-handling subsystems of such precision that the overlay accuracy is 0.5 nanometres — roughly the width of a few atoms.
Career Outlook in Eindhoven
Brainport Eindhoven pays automation engineers €55,000–€78,000, with ASML roles at the top of the range. ASML is hiring thousands of engineers annually to support its EUV production ramp, making PLC and mechatronics skills exceptionally valuable. A UK CPD-accredited qualification in English is directly applicable, as Brainport operates almost entirely in English due to its international workforce.
Real Automation Projects in Eindhoven
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Eindhoven.
ASML Veldhoven EUV lithography machine assembly with PLC-controlled cleanroom wafer-handling and vacuum systems
VDL Nedcar (Born) vehicle assembly line automation with Siemens S7-1500 and KUKA robotic welding cells
Prodrive Technologies Son high-mix electronics assembly with PLC-coordinated AOI, reflow, and ICT testing
DAF Trucks Eindhoven cab paint shop with Siemens PLC-managed electrostatic spraying and curing ovens
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Eindhoven Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Eindhoven
- Covers: Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, FactoryIO
- Certificate: CPD Accredited
AI Module
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 Eindhoven
The industrial automation sector in Eindhovenis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
€40k – €85k
Average automation engineer salary range in Netherlands
Career Roles Available in Eindhoven
Eindhoven Industry Demand
The Semiconductor Equipment, High-Tech Manufacturing, Automotive sectors in Eindhoven are actively investing in automation. Companies like ASML, Philips, VDL Group regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in Netherlands range from €40,000 to €75,000, with senior roles commanding €80,000+.
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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All courses are delivered as live online sessions in English with limited seats per batch for personalised attention. Join from Eindhoven — no travel required.
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Why EDWartens
Why Eindhoven 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 ASML and Philips.
Online Access
Join live online sessions from Eindhoven. In-person training available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre.
Online Training Available from Eindhoven
Join our live sessions from Eindhoven, Netherlands. All course materials, lab simulations via FactoryIO, and instructor interaction are available online. In-person training is also available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre for those who prefer hands-on equipment access.
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Training from Netherlands — How It Works
Joining from Eindhovenis simple. Here's the step-by-step process for international students.
Enquire & Book
Enquire & book your spot online
Get Materials
Receive course materials and software access
Join Live Sessions
Join live online sessions from Eindhoven (Mon–Fri, UK time)
Hands-on Projects
Complete hands-on projects with instructor guidance
Get Certified
Receive CPD certificate and career support
Payment: in GBP via bank transfer or card (approx €2,499)
Frequently Asked Questions
PLC Training in Eindhoven — FAQs
Can I take PLC training from Eindhoven?
Yes — EDWartens offers live online PLC and SCADA courses accessible from Eindhoven. Our English-language training is perfectly suited to Brainport's international working environment. Whether you work at ASML, VDL, or a Brainport start-up, our CPD-accredited courses cover the PLC and automation fundamentals these employers demand.
Is PLC training relevant for ASML and semiconductor equipment?
Very much so. ASML's lithography machines rely on PLC-controlled wafer handling, vacuum management, and environmental systems. Understanding PLC logic, HMI design, and SCADA monitoring is essential for engineers working on these machines. Our training provides these exact foundational skills.
What are automation salaries in Eindhoven's Brainport region?
Brainport Eindhoven offers automation engineers €55,000–€78,000, with ASML and VDL at the top of the range. The region's chronic talent shortage means companies actively recruit internationally, and English-speaking, CPD-accredited engineers are in extremely high demand.
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