PLC & SCADA Training for Bucharest Professionals
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Bucharest Professionals
Live online sessions from Bucharest, Romania | In-person available in Milton Keynes, UK
Industrial Automation in Bucharest
Bucharest is the economic heart of Romania, a country that has become a major European automotive manufacturing hub. Dacia's (Renault Group) Mioveni plant, Ford's Craiova operations, and Continental's extensive Romanian operations employ thousands of engineers. Romania's combination of strong IT talent and growing manufacturing automation creates unique demand for engineers who bridge software and industrial control. EDWartens delivers CPD accredited online PLC and SCADA training from our UK centre for Romanian professionals.
Key Industries in Bucharest
Major Employers
Also Serving
Pitesti/Mioveni · Ploiesti · Craiova · Otopeni · Bragadiru · Popesti-Leordeni
The Automation Landscape in Bucharest
Bucharest coordinates Romania's rapidly expanding automotive and electronics manufacturing sector. Dacia's Mioveni plant (Pitești corridor) is the Renault Group's highest-volume factory, producing over 350,000 vehicles annually with Siemens PLC-controlled body, paint, and assembly lines. Ford's Craiova plant assembles the Puma crossover with 400+ robots. Continental operates five Romanian facilities producing automotive electronics, sensors, and software with PLC-controlled production lines. Bosch's Cluj and Bucharest operations produce automotive components and develop engineering services. Honeywell's Bucharest centre provides global building-automation engineering. Romania's strong IT talent pool uniquely combines software skills with manufacturing automation, creating engineers who bridge OT and IT worlds.
Did You Know?
Dacia's Mioveni plant near Bucharest produces a finished vehicle every 54 seconds, with PLC-controlled automated welding achieving 4,200 spot welds per body — the plant's efficiency has made the Dacia brand Renault Group's highest-volume global nameplate.
Career Outlook in Bucharest
Bucharest automation engineers earn €18,000–€30,000, with salaries rising rapidly as EU nearshoring brings more manufacturing investment. Romania's combination of strong IT talent, EU membership, and competitive costs is driving automotive, electronics, and aerospace investment. A UK CPD-accredited qualification provides a powerful career differentiator in Romania's market, where international credentials command 20–30% salary premiums.
Real Automation Projects in Bucharest
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Bucharest.
Dacia Mioveni body shop with 400+ robots and Siemens PLC-controlled spot-welding and adhesive-bonding automation
Ford Craiova Puma assembly with PLC-controlled marriage station for engine, transmission, and suspension installation
Continental Timișoara automotive sensor production with PLC-controlled MEMS assembly, wire-bonding, and testing
Honeywell Bucharest building automation engineering centre developing BMS solutions with Niagara and PLC integration
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Bucharest Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Bucharest
- 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 Bucharest
The industrial automation sector in Bucharestis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
€40k – €85k
Average automation engineer salary range in Romania
Career Roles Available in Bucharest
Bucharest Industry Demand
The Automotive (Dacia/Renault), IT & Engineering Services, Energy sectors in Bucharest are actively investing in automation. Companies like Dacia (Renault), Ford (Craiova), Continental regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in Romania 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 Bucharest — no travel required.
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Why EDWartens
Why Bucharest 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 Dacia (Renault) and Ford (Craiova).
Online Access
Join live online sessions from Bucharest. In-person training available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre.
Online Training Available from Bucharest
Join our live sessions from Bucharest, Romania. 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 Romania — How It Works
Joining from Bucharestis 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 Bucharest (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 Bucharest — FAQs
Can I take PLC training from Bucharest?
Yes — EDWartens provides live online PLC and SCADA courses accessible from Bucharest. Our English-language training covers Siemens TIA Portal and Allen-Bradley platforms used across Romania's automotive sector. In-person training at our Milton Keynes centre is available via direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coandă Airport.
Is Romania's manufacturing sector growing?
Rapidly. Romania is one of Europe's fastest-growing manufacturing destinations, with Dacia, Ford, Continental, and Bosch all expanding. EU nearshoring trends and Romania's unique IT-engineering talent pool are attracting new investment. Automation adoption is accelerating as labour costs rise and companies seek productivity gains.
What are automation salaries in Bucharest?
Bucharest automation engineers earn €18,000–€30,000, rising 10–15% annually. While the lowest in the EU, Romania's very low cost of living means strong purchasing power. Engineers at Continental or Honeywell can exceed €35,000, and the growth trajectory promises continued rapid improvement.
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