PLC & SCADA Training in Aberdeen
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Aberdeen Professionals
In-person at our Milton Keynes centre or live online from Aberdeen
Industrial Automation in Aberdeen
Aberdeen, the Energy Capital of Europe, is the operational centre for North Sea oil and gas and increasingly for offshore wind. The city's Altens industrial estate and Dyce energy corridor host global operations for companies like BP, Shell, TotalEnergies, and dozens of subsea engineering firms. SCADA systems are fundamental to offshore platform operations, pipeline monitoring, and production control. As the sector transitions towards renewables, PLC and SCADA skills remain critically important for Aberdeen's engineering workforce.
Key Industries in Aberdeen
Major Employers
Also Serving
Dyce · Peterhead · Stonehaven · Westhill · Inverurie · Ellon
The Automation Landscape in Aberdeen
Aberdeen's automation landscape is dominated by the offshore oil and gas industry, where SCADA systems are the backbone of platform operations, pipeline monitoring, and production optimisation. The Altens industrial estate and Dyce energy corridor host companies like Wood Group, TechnipFMC, and Baker Hughes, all of which design and maintain PLC-controlled subsea and topside control systems. The Aberdeen Energy Transition Zone is now attracting offshore wind developers who need the same SCADA and process control skills. The city's Subsea Centre of Excellence at the Oil & Gas Technology Centre develops next-generation underwater automation and autonomous systems requiring advanced PLC integration.
Did You Know?
A single North Sea oil platform typically uses between 30 and 50 PLC controllers running over 10,000 I/O points, monitoring everything from wellhead pressure and gas detection to fire suppression and emergency shutdown systems — all coordinated via SCADA from control rooms in Aberdeen.
Career Outlook in Aberdeen
Aberdeen automation engineers earn £38,000-£65,000, among the highest regional rates in the UK, with offshore allowances pushing total compensation even higher. The energy transition is creating dual demand — companies need engineers to maintain legacy oil and gas SCADA systems while simultaneously building new wind and hydrogen control infrastructure. Engineers with DCS/SCADA experience alongside PLC skills are the most sought after, and many Aberdeen firms sponsor additional training for promising candidates.
Real Automation Projects in Aberdeen
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Aberdeen.
Wood Group North Sea platform safety instrumented system PLC replacement project
TechnipFMC subsea control module automated testing and commissioning
BP ETAP (Eastern Trough Area Project) SCADA lifecycle extension programme
Aberdeen harbour offshore wind service vessel automated cargo handling system
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Aberdeen Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: Live Online + In-person (Milton Keynes, UK)
- Covers: Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, FactoryIO
- Certificate: CPD Accredited
£2,140 + VAT full programme
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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 Aberdeen
The industrial automation sector in Aberdeenis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
£35k – £75k
Average automation engineer salary range in the UK
Career Roles Available in Aberdeen
Aberdeen Industry Demand
The Oil & Gas, Offshore Wind, Subsea Engineering sectors in Aberdeen are actively investing in automation. Companies like BP, Shell, TotalEnergies 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
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All courses are delivered as live online sessions in English with limited seats per batch for personalised attention. In-person attendance also available at our Milton Keynes training centre.
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Why EDWartens
Why Aberdeen 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 BP and Shell.
Flexible Delivery
Attend in-person at our Milton Keynes centre or join live online sessions from Aberdeen.
Getting to Our Training Centre from Aberdeen
Our training centre is located in Milton Keynes, easily accessible from Aberdeenby train or car. Milton Keynes Central station has excellent connections to all major UK cities. Can't travel? Join our live online sessions instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
PLC Training in Aberdeen — FAQs
Is PLC training available in Aberdeen?
Yes — EDWartens offers CPD accredited PLC training accessible from Aberdeen via live online sessions, which are very popular with Aberdeen engineers. You can also fly to our Milton Keynes centre (1.5 hour flight to London). The course covers Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, and FactoryIO.
What PLC jobs are available in Aberdeen?
Aberdeen has the UK's highest concentration of SCADA and process control jobs, across oil & gas operators (BP, Shell, TotalEnergies), engineering consultancies (Wood Group, Aker Solutions), and subsea specialists (TechnipFMC, Subsea 7). Salaries range from £38,000 onshore to £65,000+ with offshore allowances.
Will PLC skills remain relevant as Aberdeen transitions to renewables?
Absolutely. Offshore wind farms use the same SCADA and PLC technologies as oil and gas platforms. Turbine control systems, substation automation, and cable monitoring all require PLC expertise. Engineers with oil and gas SCADA experience are in high demand for the renewable energy transition, making PLC training a smart career investment.
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