Training Engineer

Talosats Careers; Ilkeston; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Bank holidays

Pension plan

Career development

Virtual GP

Cycle to work

Discounts

Life assurance

Long service

Maternity pay

Volunteer programs

Job summary

Ipsum is seeking a skilled Training Engineer in Ilkeston to design, deliver, and evaluate training for engineers and technicians specializing in automation and control systems.

You will develop materials, train on PLC/SCADA/HMI technologies, and assess trainee competency while collaborating with engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, automation, mechatronics, or related field.
• Proven experience with industrial automation systems and 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, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, and 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

Automation control

Industrial networking

PLC/SCADA training

Technical communication

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Schneider Electric

Job description

Training Engineer

Location: Ilkeston (On Site)

Employment type: Full time - Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

What’s in it for you…

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
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• 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
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

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.

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