PLC and SCADA Training for Chemnitz professionals
CPD Accredited Training

SPS- und SCADA-Schulungen in Chemnitz

CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Chemnitz Professionals

In-person at our Oberhaching centre or live online from Chemnitz

Industrial Automation in Chemnitz

Chemnitz blickt auf eine lange Tradition im Werkzeugmaschinenbau zurück. Niles-Simmons baut Dreh- und Schleifmaschinen, Volkswagen betreibt ein Motorenwerk in der Stadt. In modernen Werkzeugmaschinen arbeiten CNC-Steuerung und SPS eng zusammen — die SPS übernimmt Peripherie, Werkzeugwechsel, Späneförderung und Sicherheitsfunktionen rund um den eigentlichen Bearbeitungsprozess.

Key Industries in Chemnitz

WerkzeugmaschinenbauAutomobilbauAntriebstechnikGießereitechnikTextilmaschinen

Major Employers

Volkswagen MotorenwerkNiles-SimmonsSiemensContinentalThyssenkrupp System EngineeringKoenig & Bauer

Average Automation Engineer Salary in Chemnitz: £51,000/year

Local VAT rate: 19%

Why Train for Chemnitz Jobs?

Das Zusammenspiel von CNC und SPS ist im Werkzeugmaschinenbau entscheidend. In Chemnitz behandeln wir gezielt die Schnittstelle zwischen Bearbeitungssteuerung und peripherer Ablaufsteuerung.

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Our Courses

Training Programmes for Chemnitz Professionals

Professional Module

PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO

  • Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
  • Language: English
  • Delivery: Live Online + In-person (Oberhaching, UK)
  • Covers: Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, FactoryIO
  • Certificate: CPD Accredited

2.499 € + 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 Chemnitz

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

Industrial automation and PLC engineering opportunities in Chemnitz

£35k – £75k

Average automation engineer salary range in the UK

Career Roles Available in Chemnitz

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

Chemnitz Industry Demand

The Werkzeugmaschinenbau, Automobilbau, Antriebstechnik sectors in Chemnitz are actively investing in automation. Companies like Volkswagen Motorenwerk, Niles-Simmons, Siemens 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

Why EDWartens

Why Chemnitz 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 Volkswagen Motorenwerk and Niles-Simmons.

Flexible Delivery

Attend in-person at our Oberhaching centre or join live online sessions from Chemnitz.

Getting to Our Training Centre from Chemnitz

390 km von Oberhaching
ca. 3 Stunden 30 Minuten mit der Bahn

Our training centre is located in Oberhaching, easily accessible from Chemnitzby train or car. Oberhaching Central station has excellent connections to all major UK cities. Can't travel? Join our live online sessions instead.

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Alle Preise verstehen sich netto zzgl. der gesetzlichen Umsatzsteuer. In Deutschland beträgt der Regelsteuersatz 19 %. Bei Lieferungen in andere EU-Staaten wird der jeweils lokale Satz berechnet; Geschäftskunden mit gültiger USt-IdNr. rechnen im Reverse-Charge-Verfahren ab.

2.499 € + 19 % USt (Deutschland) = 2.974 € gesamt

CPD Accredited
CPD-akkreditiert
ISO 9001 Quality

Why Engineers in Chemnitz 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 — Werkzeugmaschinenbau, Automobilbau sectors in Chemnitz are actively hiring
Placement Support: 100% career support including CV writing, interview prep, and direct introductions to employers like Volkswagen Motorenwerk, Niles-Simmons