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PLC & SCADA Training in Liverpool

CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Liverpool Professionals

In-person at our Milton Keynes centre or live online from Liverpool

Industrial Automation in Liverpool

Liverpool's industrial base extends from the historic port and maritime sector along the Mersey to the modern manufacturing operations at Speke and Halewood. Jaguar Land Rover's Halewood plant, Unilever's Port Sunlight operations, and the growing renewable energy sector at the Liverpool Waters development all require skilled automation professionals. The Merseyside region's investment in advanced manufacturing and offshore wind makes PLC and SCADA training increasingly valuable for local engineers.

Key Industries in Liverpool

MaritimeAutomotiveRenewable EnergyPharmaceuticalsFood ManufacturingChemical Processing

Major Employers

Jaguar Land Rover (Halewood)UnileverCammell LairdPilkington GlassNovartisGetrag Ford

Also Serving

Birkenhead · St Helens · Widnes · Runcorn · Southport · Warrington

The Automation Landscape in Liverpool

Liverpool's automation landscape spans from the automated container handling at the Port of Liverpool and Peel Ports' Liverpool2 deep-water terminal to the highly robotised JLR Halewood plant producing Range Rover Evoque and Discovery Sport models. Unilever's Port Sunlight manufacturing site has been operational since the 1880s but now runs state-of-the-art automated production lines for personal care products. The Liverpool Waters and Wirral Waters regeneration projects are driving new demand for building management and SCADA systems. Pilkington's glass manufacturing facility at St Helens uses some of the most sophisticated continuous process control systems in the UK.

Did You Know?

The JLR Halewood plant produces one Range Rover Evoque every 80 seconds, with over 260 robots in its body shop alone — each coordinated through a complex network of Allen-Bradley PLCs managing welding, sealing, and material handling operations.

Career Outlook in Liverpool

Merseyside automation engineers typically earn £32,000-£50,000, with JLR Halewood and Pilkington often paying premiums for multi-skilled engineers. The emerging offshore wind sector, with servicing operations based at the Cammell Laird shipyard in Birkenhead, is creating new SCADA-focused roles. Liverpool's cost of living is significantly lower than southern cities, meaning net disposable income is competitive despite headline salary differences.

Real Automation Projects in Liverpool

The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Liverpool.

JLR Halewood body shop robotic welding line PLC programming and commissioning

Peel Ports Liverpool2 automated container terminal SCADA integration

Unilever Port Sunlight personal care production line PLC migration

Pilkington St Helens float glass line continuous process control system upgrade

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Our Courses

Training Programmes for Liverpool 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 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 Liverpool

The industrial automation sector in Liverpoolis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.

Industrial automation and PLC engineering opportunities in Liverpool

£35k – £75k

Average automation engineer salary range in the UK

Career Roles Available in Liverpool

PLC Programmer
Controls Engineer
Automation Engineer
SCADA Developer
Systems Integrator
Commissioning Engineer
Maintenance Technician
Instrumentation Engineer

Liverpool Industry Demand

The Maritime, Automotive, Renewable Energy sectors in Liverpool are actively investing in automation. Companies like Jaguar Land Rover (Halewood), Unilever, Cammell Laird 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

Siemens S7-1200Siemens S7-1500TIA Portal V18WinCC SCADAFactoryIOPROFINETLadder LogicFunction BlocksStructured TextHMI DesignPID ControlIndustrial IoT

Why Train Now?

1.Industry 4.0 adoption is accelerating — companies need skilled automation engineers now
2.Salary premium — PLC engineers earn 30-50% more than general maintenance roles
3.Job security — automation skills are recession-proof with constant demand
4.Fast-track to employment — our graduates get placed within weeks of completing training

Upcoming Batches

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All courses are delivered as live online sessions in English with limited seats per batch for personalised attention. In-person attendance also available at our Milton Keynes training centre.

Professional

UK-PROF-W14-2026

Starts 30 March 2026
5 Days Live + Recorded Sessions
Live Online Course
English
6 spots remaining
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AI Module

UK-AI-W14-2026

Starts 30 March 2026
5 Days Live + Recorded Sessions
Live Online Course
English
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Professional

UK-PROF-W13-2026

Starts 30 March 2026
5 Days Live + Recorded Sessions
Live Online Course
English
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Why EDWartens

Why Liverpool 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 Jaguar Land Rover (Halewood) and Unilever.

Flexible Delivery

Attend in-person at our Milton Keynes centre or join live online sessions from Liverpool.

Getting to Our Training Centre from Liverpool

190 miles from Milton Keynes
~2.5 hours by train

Our training centre is located in Milton Keynes, easily accessible from Liverpoolby 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 Liverpool — FAQs

Is PLC training available in Liverpool?

Yes — EDWartens offers CPD accredited PLC training accessible from Liverpool. Our Milton Keynes centre is 2.5 hours by train from Lime Street, or you can join live online sessions from anywhere in Merseyside. The course covers Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, and FactoryIO.

What PLC jobs are available in Liverpool?

Liverpool offers PLC engineering roles across automotive (JLR Halewood), manufacturing (Unilever, Pilkington), maritime (Cammell Laird), and pharmaceuticals (Novartis at Speke). Salaries range from £30,000 for entry-level to £50,000+ for experienced controls engineers.

What industries need PLC engineers on Merseyside?

The main sectors hiring PLC engineers in Liverpool and Merseyside are automotive manufacturing, glass production, FMCG, port operations, and the growing offshore wind sector. JLR Halewood is consistently one of the largest employers of automation-skilled engineers in the region.

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Why Engineers in Liverpool Choose EDWartens

Career Transition: Move from general engineering into high-demand PLC/SCADA roles with £35-65k salary range
Upskill Existing Role: Add PLC programming to your CV while working — online + weekend options available
Industry Shortage: UK faces a critical shortage of automation engineers — Maritime, Automotive sectors in Liverpool are actively hiring
Placement Support: 100% career support including CV writing, interview prep, and direct introductions to employers like Jaguar Land Rover (Halewood), Unilever