PLC & SCADA Training for Krakow Professionals
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Krakow Professionals
Live online sessions from Krakow, Poland | In-person available in Milton Keynes, UK
Industrial Automation in Krakow
Krakow has emerged as a major hub for engineering services and shared service centres, with companies like ABB, Aptiv, and Shell establishing significant operations. The Special Economic Zone around Krakow attracts automotive suppliers and electronics manufacturers. Combined with the ArcelorMittal steel operations at nearby Nowa Huta, the region offers diverse opportunities for PLC and SCADA professionals. EDWartens provides CPD accredited online training from our UK centre.
Key Industries in Krakow
Major Employers
Also Serving
Nowa Huta · Wieliczka · Tarnów · Bochnia · Skawina · Myślenice
The Automation Landscape in Krakow
Krakow blends a thriving engineering-services outsourcing sector with heavy industrial heritage. ABB's Krakow Global Business Services centre provides remote automation engineering for clients worldwide, while Aptiv (formerly Delphi) runs one of its largest European R&D centres developing autonomous driving and vehicle electrical systems. ArcelorMittal's Nowa Huta steelworks — once the largest in Poland — continues to operate with modernised PLC-controlled rolling mills and blast furnaces. Philip Morris International's Krakow factory is one of the most automated tobacco production facilities in Europe. Woodward's combustion controls manufacturing adds aerospace automation to the mix.
Did You Know?
ABB's Krakow Global Business Services centre employs over 1,500 engineers providing remote automation design, SCADA configuration, and PLC programming services for industrial clients across 50+ countries — making Krakow one of the world's largest automation-outsourcing hubs.
Career Outlook in Krakow
Krakow automation engineers earn €25,000–€38,000, but the outsourcing sector (ABB, Aptiv, Comarch) offers opportunities to work on global projects at competitive rates. The city's exceptional quality of life and low cost of living attract engineering talent from across Poland. A UK CPD-accredited qualification positions Krakow engineers for promotion within multinational engineering service centres.
Real Automation Projects in Krakow
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Krakow.
ABB Krakow remote automation engineering centre providing PLC design services for mining, water, and energy clients globally
ArcelorMittal Nowa Huta hot-strip mill Siemens PLC modernisation replacing S5 controllers with S7-1500
Aptiv Krakow autonomous vehicle sensor integration test bench with PLC-controlled environmental simulation
Philip Morris Krakow IQOS device production with high-speed PLC-controlled assembly and vision inspection
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Krakow Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Krakow
- 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 Krakow
The industrial automation sector in Krakowis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
€40k – €85k
Average automation engineer salary range in Poland
Career Roles Available in Krakow
Krakow Industry Demand
The Engineering Services, Automotive Components, Steel sectors in Krakow are actively investing in automation. Companies like ABB, Aptiv (Delphi), ArcelorMittal regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in Poland 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 Krakow — no travel required.
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Why EDWartens
Why Krakow 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 ABB and Aptiv (Delphi).
Online Access
Join live online sessions from Krakow. In-person training available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre.
Online Training Available from Krakow
Join our live sessions from Krakow, Poland. 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 Poland — How It Works
Joining from Krakowis 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 Krakow (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 Krakow — FAQs
Can I take PLC training from Krakow?
Yes — EDWartens delivers live online PLC and SCADA courses accessible from Krakow. Our English-language training is directly relevant to Krakow's engineering outsourcing centres (ABB, Aptiv) and local manufacturing. In-person training at our Milton Keynes centre is available via direct flights from Krakow John Paul II Airport.
Is Krakow a good city for an automation engineering career?
Krakow is excellent for automation careers, particularly in engineering services outsourcing. ABB, Aptiv, and Comarch employ thousands of engineers working on global automation projects. The city offers outstanding quality of life, strong universities, and salaries that are rising rapidly due to EU nearshoring trends.
What are automation salaries in Krakow?
Krakow automation engineers earn €25,000–€38,000, which delivers strong purchasing power given the low cost of living. Engineers at ABB's Global Business Services or Aptiv R&D can reach €40,000+, and the outsourcing sector often provides international travel opportunities.
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