PLC & SCADA Training for Lyon Professionals
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Lyon Professionals
Live online sessions from Lyon, France | In-person available in Milton Keynes, UK
Industrial Automation in Lyon
Lyon is the centre of France's second-largest industrial region, with strengths in chemical processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and advanced textiles. The Chemical Valley along the Rhône hosts Arkema, Solvay, and numerous chemical producers, while Sanofi and bioMérieux lead the life sciences cluster. The city's proximity to the Alps and its growing clean energy sector add further demand for automation skills. EDWartens provides live online CPD accredited PLC training from our UK centre.
Key Industries in Lyon
Major Employers
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Villeurbanne · Saint-Étienne · Grenoble · Vienne · Vaulx-en-Velin · Bron
The Automation Landscape in Lyon
Lyon's Chemical Valley along the Rhône is France's largest concentration of chemical and pharmaceutical process plants, with Arkema, Solvay, and Total Energies operating continuous-process facilities controlled by DCS and PLC systems. Sanofi's Lyon-Gerland biologics plant produces vaccines using PLC-controlled batch reactors under strict GMP regulations. Renault Trucks' Vénissieux factory assembles heavy vehicles on automated lines, and Groupe SEB's headquarters drives automation in consumer goods manufacturing. The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region has France's highest concentration of robotics companies, centred around Stäubli in nearby Faverges.
Did You Know?
Lyon's Chemical Valley processes over 10 million tonnes of raw materials annually across 50+ chemical plants, with Arkema's Pierre-Bénite facility alone running over 8,000 PLC-monitored safety-instrumented control loops.
Career Outlook in Lyon
Lyon automation engineers earn €42,000–€60,000, with chemical process control and pharmaceutical batch automation roles at the top end. The region's strength in robotics integration — including Stäubli and Bosch Rexroth — creates niche opportunities. A UK CPD-accredited qualification enhances employability at the many international companies operating in Lyon's Chemical Valley.
Real Automation Projects in Lyon
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Lyon.
Sanofi Lyon-Gerland biologics production with PLC-controlled bioreactor batch sequencing under GMP compliance
Arkema Pierre-Bénite chemical plant safety instrumented system upgrade with Schneider Modicon M580
Renault Trucks Vénissieux cab welding line with Stäubli robots and Schneider PLC line controllers
bioMérieux Marcy-l'Étoile diagnostic reagent production with PLC-controlled cleanroom and filling automation
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Lyon Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Lyon
- 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 Lyon
The industrial automation sector in Lyonis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
€40k – €85k
Average automation engineer salary range in France
Career Roles Available in Lyon
Lyon Industry Demand
The Chemical Processing, Pharmaceuticals, Textiles sectors in Lyon are actively investing in automation. Companies like Sanofi, bioMérieux, Arkema regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in France 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
Why Train Now?
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All courses are delivered as live online sessions in English with limited seats per batch for personalised attention. Join from Lyon — no travel required.
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Why EDWartens
Why Lyon 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 Sanofi and bioMérieux.
Online Access
Join live online sessions from Lyon. In-person training available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre.
Online Training Available from Lyon
Join our live sessions from Lyon, France. 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 France — How It Works
Joining from Lyonis 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 Lyon (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 Lyon — FAQs
Can I take PLC training from Lyon?
Yes — EDWartens delivers live online PLC and SCADA courses accessible from Lyon. Our training covers the process control and batch automation principles directly applicable to Lyon's chemical and pharmaceutical sectors. In-person training at our Milton Keynes centre is also available via direct flights from Lyon-Saint Exupéry.
Is process control training relevant for Lyon's Chemical Valley?
Extremely relevant. Lyon's Chemical Valley uses Schneider Modicon, Siemens PCS 7, and Honeywell DCS systems across its 50+ plants. Our courses teach the foundational PLC and SCADA skills — batch processing, process safety, HMI design — that transfer across all these platforms.
What automation salaries can I expect in Lyon?
Lyon automation engineers earn €42,000–€60,000, with pharmaceutical and chemical process roles offering the highest rates. The cost of living is significantly lower than Paris, giving Lyon excellent quality-of-life-to-salary ratios for automation professionals.
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