PLC & SCADA Training for Dublin Professionals
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Dublin Professionals
Live online sessions from Dublin, Ireland | In-person available in Milton Keynes, UK
Industrial Automation in Dublin
Dublin and the surrounding Leinster region host a remarkable concentration of pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing, with Pfizer, Intel, and Abbott operating large-scale automated facilities. Ireland's pharma corridor stretching from Ringaskiddy to Leixlip relies heavily on PLC-controlled batch processing and SCADA-monitored clean room environments. EDWartens offers CPD accredited training accessible from Dublin via live online sessions, or in person at our Milton Keynes centre with convenient flights from Dublin Airport.
Key Industries in Dublin
Major Employers
Average Automation Engineer Salary in Dublin: €62,000/year
Local VAT rate: 23%
Why Train for Dublin Jobs?
Dublin hosts European headquarters for major pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers, all of whom rely heavily on automated production lines. English-language training is immediately applicable.
Also Serving
Dun Laoghaire · Swords · Leixlip · Tallaght · Bray · Maynooth
The Automation Landscape in Dublin
Dublin's automation landscape is driven by a world-class pharmaceutical and semiconductor manufacturing base. Intel's Leixlip Fab 34 is one of Europe's most advanced semiconductor fabrication plants, using PLC-controlled cleanroom and wafer-handling systems. Pfizer's Grange Castle facility produces biologic drugs with PLC-controlled bioreactors and automated fill-finish lines. Abbott and Johnson & Johnson operate large-scale medical device production with validated PLC systems across south Dublin. The city's data-centre boom — with hyperscale facilities for Google, Microsoft, and AWS — creates additional demand for critical-infrastructure automation.
Did You Know?
Intel's Leixlip campus near Dublin produces billions of transistors per chip in a cleanroom environment where PLC-controlled air handling maintains ISO Class 1 conditions — meaning fewer than 10 particles larger than 0.1 micrometres per cubic metre of air.
Career Outlook in Dublin
Dublin automation engineers earn €55,000–€75,000, with pharmaceutical validation and semiconductor roles at the top. Ireland's 12.5% corporate tax rate continues to attract pharma and tech manufacturing investment, ensuring long-term automation demand. As an English-speaking country, UK CPD-accredited qualifications are directly applicable — no translation or equivalency required.
Real Automation Projects in Dublin
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Dublin.
Intel Leixlip Fab 34 cleanroom automation with PLC-controlled HVAC, chemical delivery, and wafer transport systems
Pfizer Grange Castle biologic drug substance line with Emerson DeltaV batch control and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
Abbott Clonmel automated medical device assembly with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and vision inspection
Google Dublin data-centre cooling automation with Siemens PLC-controlled free-air and evaporative systems
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Dublin Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Dublin
- 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 Dublin
The industrial automation sector in Dublinis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
€40k – €85k
Average automation engineer salary range in Ireland
Career Roles Available in Dublin
Dublin Industry Demand
The Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Semiconductor (Intel) sectors in Dublin are actively investing in automation. Companies like Pfizer, Intel, Abbott regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in Ireland 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 Dublin — no travel required.
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Why EDWartens
Why Dublin 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 Pfizer and Intel.
Online Access
Join live online sessions from Dublin. In-person training available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre.
Online Training Available from Dublin
Join our live sessions from Dublin, Ireland. 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 Ireland — How It Works
Joining from Dublinis 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 Dublin (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 Dublin — FAQs
Can I take PLC training from Dublin?
Yes — EDWartens provides live online PLC and SCADA courses accessible from Dublin. As our training is delivered in English, it is immediately applicable to Ireland's pharmaceutical and technology sectors. In-person training at our Milton Keynes centre is just a one-hour flight from Dublin Airport.
What PLC skills are most needed in Dublin?
Dublin employers need PLC engineers with GMP/GAMP validation experience for pharma (Pfizer, Abbott), cleanroom automation for semiconductors (Intel), and building management for data centres. Our courses provide the PLC, SCADA, and HMI foundations that support all of these specialisations.
What are automation engineer salaries in Dublin?
Dublin automation engineers earn €55,000–€75,000, among the highest in the EU. Pharmaceutical validation engineers at Pfizer or MSD can exceed €80,000. The strong demand and English-language environment make Dublin one of Europe's most attractive cities for automation professionals.
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