Automation System Engineer in Coimbatore

Programme overview

A 3-month engineering programme that covers everything in our flagship diploma except the foundation basics and the industry survey. Ideal for engineering graduates who already have their electrical basics and want intensive, hands-on automation skills.

• 3 Months

  Duration

• 240 Hours

  Training hours

• 5

  Modules

• 4

  Projects

Who should join

• BE / B.Tech / Diploma in EEE, ECE, EIE, Mechatronics
• Final-year engineering students
• Maintenance engineers
• Electrical technicians moving into automation

Best for: BE / B.Tech / Diploma in EEE, ECE, EIE, Mechatronics

What you'll be able to do

• Program PLCs from 9+ brands
• Build and interface SCADA and HMI projects
• Commission VFDs and servo drives
• Read and wire control panels
• Understand DCS and instrumentation

The full syllabus

5 modules, 240 hours.

Tools & technologies you'll use

• Schneider Zelio Soft
• Rockwell RSLogix / Studio 5000
• Siemens TIA Portal (S7-1200)
• Delta ISPSoft / WPLSoft
• Wonderware InTouch
• Siemens WinCC
• Delta DOPSoft HMI
• Danfoss & ABB VFDs
• Delta servo drives
• Multimeter & panel tools
• Mitsubishi GX Works
• Omron CX-Programmer

Projects you'll build

1. 1

   Project 01

   Multi-station conveyor automation

2. 2

   Project 02

   SCADA plant monitoring screen

3. 3

   Project 03

   VFD speed control with HMI

4. 4

   Project 04

   Servo positioning exercise

How you'll be assessed

1. 01

   Module Assessments

   Practical and theory checks at the end of each module.

2. 02

   Project Reviews

   Trainer review of your mini projects and final project.

3. 03

   Certification

   Issued on meeting assessment and attendance criteria.

Certification: TÜV SÜD certification + IPCS Global course certificate + Internship Certification.

Roles You'll Be Ready For

• 1

  PLC Programmer

  Writes and troubleshoots PLC logic for machines and processes.

• 2

  Automation Engineer

  Designs and commissions complete control systems.

• 3

  SCADA / HMI Engineer

  Builds monitoring and operator interfaces.

• 4

  Commissioning Engineer

  Installs and starts up systems on site.

• 5

  Maintenance Engineer (Electrical & Automation)

  Keeps plant control systems running.

• 6

  Instrumentation Engineer

  Calibrates and maintains field instruments.

Your Growth Ladder

Click a stage to see what the role involves and its salary band.

1. Stage 01 · 0–2 yrsGraduate / Trainee Engineer2.4–4 L per annum

   Program, wire and test under senior guidance.

2. Stage 02 · 2–5 yrsAutomation / Project Engineer4–7 L per annum
3. Stage 03 · 5–8 yrsSenior Engineer / Team Lead7–12 L per annum
4. Stage 04 · 8+ yrsProject Manager / Automation Head12–22 L per annum

Upgrade path at IPCS Global

1. 1

   Certified Industrial IoT Professional

   View Certified Industrial IoT Professional →

2. 2

   Professional Diploma in Industrial Automation

   View Professional Diploma in Industrial Automation →

Your first 12 months after the course

1. Month 0–1

   Get Visible

   Polish your resume and portfolio; apply through the IPCS placement cell's drives.

2. Month 1–3

   First Role

   Join as a Graduate / Trainee Engineer.

3. Month 3–6

   Get Certified

   Earn one certification from the list above.

4. Month 6–12

   Specialise

   Pick a specialisation and own a project, system or channel.

Placement support

Technical skill gets you noticed — presentation and confidence get you hired. Every learner goes through a structured career-readiness track alongside their course. Automation System Engineer learners get 100% placement assistance from our Coimbatore placement cell.

• Dedicated Placement Cell

  An in-house team works with industry partners to line up interviews, drives and referrals — supporting learners until they are placed, not just until the course ends.

• Resume Building

  One-on-one sessions to craft an achievement-focused resume tailored to the role and industry each learner is targeting.

• Aptitude Training

  Structured practice in quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning and verbal ability — the areas most recruiters screen first.

• Personality Development & Talentino

  Communication, body-language and workplace-readiness coaching, plus our in-house talent showcase sessions.

• Mock Interviews & Group Discussions

  Simulated technical and HR panels and GD rounds, so the first real interview never feels like the first.

Final selection depends on each learner's skills and interview performance. See recent placements