Trainer - Automation Control Systems

Trainer - AutomationControl Systems

£40,000 - £60,000 + Pension, Profit Share, Paid Overtime, On-Site Gym

£500 per year cash benefit for leisure activities

Paid day off for your birthday

Derbyshire. Ref: 25426

Ready to use your automation expertise to develop and inspire the next generation of engineers?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer with strong automation and control systems knowledge to move into a highly rewarding training-focused role. Working with cutting-edge industrial technologies, you’ll design and deliver hands-on training programs that support engineers and technicians across a wide range of automation systems. Ideal for someone who enjoys sharing knowledge, solving technical challenges and working with people, this role offers excellent variety within a collaborative and forward-thinking engineering environment.

Trainer - Automation Control Systems - The Role:

• Develop and deliver training programs covering PLCs, SCADA, HMIs and industrial automation systems
• Create training materials including manuals, presentations and practical workshop exercises
• Deliver classroom and hands-on technical training sessions
• Train engineers on industrial communication protocols including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet and TCP/IP
• Assess trainee performance and provide technical coaching and feedback
• Support troubleshooting and real-world problem-solving exercises
• Work closely with project teams to align training with operational and industry requirements
• Help maintain training records and evaluate training effectiveness

Trainer Automation Control Systems - What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics or similar
• Strong experience with industrial automation systems such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley or Schneider
• Good understanding of control systems, instrumentation and industrial networking
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and confidently
• Hands-on engineering mindset with strong troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of safety and quality standards beneficial

Why Join?

• Work with advanced automation and industrial networking technologies
• Opportunity to move into a specialist training and development role
• Collaborative environment with continuous learning and technical growth
• Varied role combining engineering knowledge with people development
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Perks of the Job

• Flexible working hours and holidays
• Your birthday off with pay
• Sick pay and pension contribution
• Profit share bonus
• £500/year for activities with friends and family
• Employee well‑being program with 24/7 helpline
• Free use of the on-site gym

Located in Derbyshire, this role would be commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Castle Donnington, Ripley and surrounding areas