PLC & SCADA Training in Reading
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Reading Professionals
In-person at our Milton Keynes centre or live online from Reading
Industrial Automation in Reading
Reading sits at the heart of the Thames Valley technology corridor, where major engineering and technology companies maintain their UK headquarters. The Green Park business campus, Thames Valley Science Park, and the M4 corridor host companies like Honeywell, Rockwell Automation, and Schneider Electric, all of which deal in industrial automation and building management systems. Reading's proximity to Milton Keynes, just 60 miles away, makes in-person training at our centre particularly convenient for Thames Valley professionals.
Key Industries in Reading
Major Employers
Also Serving
Bracknell · Wokingham · Newbury · Basingstoke · Maidenhead · Slough
The Automation Landscape in Reading
Reading's automation landscape is shaped by the Thames Valley technology corridor, where major automation vendors and system integrators maintain their UK headquarters. Honeywell Process Solutions' UK base at Bracknell, Rockwell Automation's nearby office, and Schneider Electric's presence create a unique concentration of automation expertise. The M4 corridor's data centre boom, with massive facilities being built at Slough, Langley, and around Heathrow, requires BMS and SCADA systems for power and cooling management. AWE Aldermaston, the UK's nuclear warhead facility southwest of Reading, uses advanced safety-critical PLC systems. The Green Park business campus and Thames Valley Science Park add pharmaceutical and biotech automation demand.
Did You Know?
The Thames Valley corridor between Slough and Reading hosts the highest concentration of data centres in Europe, with each large facility using PLC-controlled cooling systems that manage thermal loads equivalent to powering 50,000 homes.
Career Outlook in Reading
Thames Valley automation engineers earn £38,000-£60,000, with data centre and nuclear sector roles commanding the highest rates. Reading's unique position as the UK hub for Honeywell, Rockwell, and Schneider means engineers can build careers at the automation vendors themselves, not just end users. The data centre construction boom along the M4 shows no sign of slowing, creating a new category of BMS/SCADA roles that combine IT infrastructure knowledge with traditional PLC skills.
Real Automation Projects in Reading
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Reading.
Honeywell Bracknell process control system development and factory acceptance testing
AWE Aldermaston safety-critical PLC system for nuclear facility infrastructure
Slough data centre campus power distribution and cooling SCADA commissioning
Thames Valley Science Park pharmaceutical clean room automation and BMS integration
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Reading 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 Reading
The industrial automation sector in Readingis 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 Reading
Reading Industry Demand
The Technology, Building Automation, Engineering Consultancy sectors in Reading are actively investing in automation. Companies like Honeywell, Rockwell Automation (nearby), Schneider Electric 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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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.
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Why EDWartens
Why Reading 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 Honeywell and Rockwell Automation (nearby).
Flexible Delivery
Attend in-person at our Milton Keynes centre or join live online sessions from Reading.
Getting to Our Training Centre from Reading
Our training centre is located in Milton Keynes, easily accessible from Readingby 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 Reading — FAQs
Is PLC training available in Reading?
Yes — EDWartens offers CPD accredited PLC training just one hour from Reading by train. Our Milton Keynes centre is easily accessible, or you can join live online sessions from anywhere in the Thames Valley. The course covers Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, and FactoryIO.
What PLC jobs are available in Reading?
The Thames Valley offers PLC engineering roles at automation vendors (Honeywell, Schneider Electric), data centres, nuclear (AWE Aldermaston), and pharmaceuticals. Salaries range from £38,000 for entry-level to £60,000+ for senior controls engineers, among the highest outside London.
Is the data centre sector good for PLC engineers?
Yes — data centres are one of the fastest-growing employers of automation engineers in the Thames Valley. Each facility needs PLC-controlled cooling, power distribution, fire suppression, and building management systems. Engineers who understand both traditional PLC/SCADA and modern BMS protocols are highly sought after in this sector.
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