PLC & SCADA Training for Barcelona Professionals
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Barcelona Professionals
Live online sessions from Barcelona, Spain | In-person available in Milton Keynes, UK
Industrial Automation in Barcelona
Barcelona and the wider Catalonia region are Spain's most industrialised area, with SEAT's Martorell plant, Nissan's former Zona Franca site being redeveloped for new manufacturing, and a strong pharmaceutical cluster. The Vallès industrial corridor and the Barcelona Supercomputing Center reflect the region's mix of traditional manufacturing and cutting-edge technology. EDWartens provides CPD accredited online PLC and SCADA training from our UK centre, accessible to Catalan engineers.
Key Industries in Barcelona
Major Employers
Also Serving
Martorell · Sabadell · Terrassa · Hospitalet · Badalona · Mataró
The Automation Landscape in Barcelona
Barcelona and Catalonia form Spain's most industrialised region, with SEAT/CUPRA's Martorell plant producing over 500,000 vehicles annually using 2,000+ robots and Siemens PLC-controlled body, paint, and assembly shops. The Vallès industrial corridor hosts Alstom's train manufacturing, HP's large-format printer production, and Nestlé's food processing operations. Barcelona's pharmaceutical cluster includes Bayer, Grifols, and Almirall, all operating GMP-compliant PLC-controlled production. The city hosts the IoT Solutions World Congress, reflecting its position as a smart-manufacturing thought leader.
Did You Know?
SEAT's Martorell plant near Barcelona stamps, welds, paints, and assembles a finished vehicle every 57 seconds, with over 2,000 robots controlled by Siemens PLCs — making it one of the most productive single-model car factories in Europe.
Career Outlook in Barcelona
Barcelona automation engineers earn €30,000–€46,000, with automotive and pharmaceutical sectors paying the highest rates. Catalonia's strong technical university system (UPC) produces excellent graduates, but practical PLC experience is in short supply. A UK CPD-accredited qualification provides the hands-on credential that distinguishes candidates in Barcelona's competitive job market.
Real Automation Projects in Barcelona
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Barcelona.
SEAT/CUPRA Martorell body shop with 2,000+ robots and Siemens S7-1500 PLC line controllers for EV production ramp
Alstom Santa Perpètua de Mogoda train assembly with PLC-controlled overhead gantry welding and wiring systems
Nestlé Girona coffee capsule production with high-speed PLC-controlled filling, sealing, and packaging lines
Grifols Barcelona plasma fractionation plant with PLC-managed chromatography and sterile filling under GMP
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Barcelona Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Barcelona
- Covers: Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, FactoryIO
- Certificate: CPD Accredited
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 Barcelona
The industrial automation sector in Barcelonais growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
€40k – €85k
Average automation engineer salary range in Spain
Career Roles Available in Barcelona
Barcelona Industry Demand
The Automotive, Pharmaceuticals, Chemical sectors in Barcelona are actively investing in automation. Companies like SEAT/CUPRA (Martorell), Nestlé, Bayer regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in Spain range from €40,000 to €75,000, with senior roles commanding €80,000+.
The UK faces a shortage of over 20,000 automation engineers, making this one of the fastest routes to employment after training.
Technologies Covered
Why Train Now?
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All courses are delivered as live online sessions in English with limited seats per batch for personalised attention. Join from Barcelona — no travel required.
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Why EDWartens
Why Barcelona 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 SEAT/CUPRA (Martorell) and Nestlé.
Online Access
Join live online sessions from Barcelona. In-person training available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre.
Online Training Available from Barcelona
Join our live sessions from Barcelona, Spain. All course materials, lab simulations via FactoryIO, and instructor interaction are available online. In-person training is also available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre for those who prefer hands-on equipment access.
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Training from Spain — How It Works
Joining from Barcelonais simple. Here's the step-by-step process for international students.
Enquire & Book
Enquire & book your spot online
Get Materials
Receive course materials and software access
Join Live Sessions
Join live online sessions from Barcelona (Mon–Fri, UK time)
Hands-on Projects
Complete hands-on projects with instructor guidance
Get Certified
Receive CPD certificate and career support
Payment: in GBP via bank transfer or card (approx €2,499)
Frequently Asked Questions
PLC Training in Barcelona — FAQs
Can I take PLC training from Barcelona?
Yes — EDWartens offers live online PLC and SCADA courses accessible from Barcelona. Our Siemens TIA Portal training is directly applicable to SEAT/CUPRA's Martorell plant and the Catalan automotive supply chain. In-person training at our Milton Keynes centre is available via direct flights from Barcelona El Prat.
What PLC platforms are used in Catalan industry?
Catalonia's automotive sector (SEAT, Alstom) predominantly uses Siemens S7-1500 and TIA Portal. Pharmaceutical companies use a mix of Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Schneider platforms. Our training covers the Siemens TIA Portal ecosystem with transferable IEC 61131-3 programming skills.
What are automation salaries in Barcelona?
Barcelona automation engineers earn €30,000–€46,000, with SEAT and pharmaceutical roles at the top. Barcelona's quality of life, climate, and cultural richness attract international talent, but the supply of experienced PLC programmers remains below demand.
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