PLC & SCADA Training for Berlin Professionals
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Berlin Professionals
Live online sessions from Berlin, Germany | In-person available in Milton Keynes, UK
Industrial Automation in Berlin
Berlin's industrial sector is experiencing rapid growth, anchored by Tesla's Gigafactory at Grünheide in nearby Brandenburg, Siemens' Siemensstadt campus, and a thriving start-up ecosystem focused on Industry 4.0 and clean technology. The Berlin-Brandenburg region's reindustrialisation, particularly in electric mobility and energy storage, creates increasing demand for PLC and SCADA professionals. EDWartens provides live online training from our UK centre, enabling Berlin engineers to gain CPD accredited automation qualifications.
Key Industries in Berlin
Major Employers
Also Serving
Potsdam · Grünheide · Brandenburg · Teltow · Ludwigsfelde · Oranienburg
The Automation Landscape in Berlin
Berlin's automation landscape is being reshaped by Tesla's Gigafactory at Grünheide, which introduced thousands of KUKA and Fanuc robots for body stamping, battery module assembly, and paint shop operations on a scale unprecedented in Brandenburg. Siemens' historic Siemensstadt campus is undergoing a billion-euro transformation into Siemensstadt Square, a smart-city and Industry 4.0 showcase. The city's thriving start-up scene includes numerous industrial IoT and digital-twin ventures incubated at the Adlershof technology park, one of Germany's largest science and business parks.
Did You Know?
Tesla's Grünheide Gigafactory uses the world's largest single-piece die-casting machines (Giga Press) integrated with Siemens-controlled conveyor and quality-inspection PLCs, producing the entire Model Y rear underbody as one aluminium casting.
Career Outlook in Berlin
Berlin automation salaries range from €48,000–€68,000, lower than Munich or Stuttgart but offset by significantly lower living costs. Tesla's Grünheide factory alone has created thousands of automation-adjacent roles, from robotic cell commissioning to MES integration. A UK CPD-accredited PLC qualification positions engineers for this rapid reindustrialisation of the Berlin-Brandenburg region.
Real Automation Projects in Berlin
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Berlin.
Tesla Gigafactory Grünheide body shop with 600+ robots and Siemens-based production line PLC orchestration
Siemens Siemensstadt Square smart-campus automation integrating building management and industrial IoT on a unified platform
Stadler Rail Berlin-Pankow train manufacturing with PLC-controlled welding and final assembly test systems
Berliner Wasserbetriebe SCADA modernisation for Berlin's water and wastewater treatment across 10 major plants
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Berlin Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Berlin
- 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 Berlin
The industrial automation sector in Berlinis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
€40k – €85k
Average automation engineer salary range in Germany
Career Roles Available in Berlin
Berlin Industry Demand
The Electric Vehicles (Tesla), Electrical Engineering, Pharmaceutical sectors in Berlin are actively investing in automation. Companies like Siemens, Tesla (Grünheide), Bombardier/Alstom regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in Germany 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?
Upcoming Batches
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All courses are delivered as live online sessions in English with limited seats per batch for personalised attention. Join from Berlin — no travel required.
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Why EDWartens
Why Berlin 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 Siemens and Tesla (Grünheide).
Online Access
Join live online sessions from Berlin. In-person training available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre.
Online Training Available from Berlin
Join our live sessions from Berlin, Germany. 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 Germany — How It Works
Joining from Berlinis 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 Berlin (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 Berlin — FAQs
Can I take PLC training from Berlin?
Yes — EDWartens provides live online PLC and SCADA training that you can join from Berlin. Our courses cover Siemens TIA Portal and SCADA platforms used by Berlin-Brandenburg employers like Tesla, Siemens, and Stadler Rail. In-person training at our Milton Keynes centre is easily accessible from Berlin airports.
Is there demand for PLC engineers in Berlin?
Yes, and it is growing rapidly. Tesla's Gigafactory has been a catalyst, but Siemens Siemensstadt, Stadler Rail, and the water utility SCADA sector all contribute to rising demand. The Berlin-Brandenburg region is experiencing a manufacturing renaissance that requires thousands of automation-skilled engineers.
How do Berlin automation salaries compare to other German cities?
Berlin automation engineers earn €48,000–€68,000, typically 10–15% below Munich or Stuttgart. However, Berlin's significantly lower cost of living — particularly housing — means the effective purchasing power is comparable. Tesla and Siemens roles at the upper end can exceed €70,000.
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