Training Engineer

Ipsum Utilities Limited

Ilkeston

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave
Additional holidays
Career development
Virtual healthcare
Cycle to work
Life assurance
Long service award
Maternity pay

Job summary

Ipsum Utilities Limited is seeking a skilled Technical Trainer to design, deliver, and evaluate training programs for engineers and technicians. The role focuses on automation technologies, network protocols, and practical learning experiences to enhance system operation and troubleshooting capabilities.

The successful candidate will develop and deliver training on PLCs, SCADA, and related technologies, create manuals and hands-on exercises, and assess learner progress to ensure competency

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field.
  • Proven experience with industrial automation systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider).
  • Strong understanding of control logic, instrumentation, industrial networking, and communication protocols.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver training programs on automation control systems, including PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and related technologies.
  • Create training materials such as manuals, presentations, and hands-on exercises tailored to different skill levels.
  • Train on industrial network communication and protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, TCP/IP).
  • Assess trainee performance and provide feedback to ensure competency in system operation and troubleshooting.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field

Job description

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays

Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications

24/7 access to a virtual GPand Mental health support & counselling services

Cycle to Work scheme

Life assurance cover

Long service recognition

Enhanced Maternity Pay

About the role…

We are seeking a skilled Technical Trainer with expertise in automation and control systems to design, deliver, and evaluate training programs for our engineers and technicians. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of industrial automation technologies, network communication, and protocols, along with excellent communication skills to translate complex concepts into practical learning experiences.

As a Training Engineeryou will…

Develop and deliver training programs on automation control systems, including PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and related technologies.

Create training materials such as manuals, presentations, and hands-on exercises tailored to different skill levels.

Train on industrial network communication and protocols, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, and TCP/IP.

Assess trainee performance and provide feedback to ensure competency in system operation and troubleshooting.

About you…

Have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field. Proven experience with industrial automation systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider, etc.) Strong understanding of control logic, instrumentation, industrial networking, and communication protocols.

Our commitment to Equal Opportunities…

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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