PLC & SCADA Training in London
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for London Professionals
In-person at our Milton Keynes centre or live online from London
Industrial Automation in London
London's industrial automation sector spans from the advanced manufacturing facilities in Park Royal and the Thames Gateway to the engineering consultancies clustered around Canary Wharf. With major infrastructure projects like Crossrail and Thames Tideway driving demand for control systems engineers, PLC and SCADA skills are highly sought after across the capital. EDWartens delivers CPD accredited training accessible from any London terminal, just 35 minutes from Euston to Milton Keynes.
Key Industries in London
Major Employers
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Canary Wharf · Stratford · Croydon · Ealing · Watford · Slough
The Automation Landscape in London
London's automation landscape is uniquely shaped by its role as the UK's infrastructure capital. The Crossrail project alone required hundreds of PLC-controlled systems for tunnel ventilation, escalators, and platform screen doors. The Thames Tideway Tunnel, Battersea Power Station redevelopment, and the constant upgrading of TfL's signalling systems create year-round demand for automation engineers. Data centre construction in Slough and the Docklands has also opened a new frontier for building management and SCADA systems.
Did You Know?
The Elizabeth Line (Crossrail) uses over 14,000 PLCs across its 42 stations and tunnels, making it one of the most PLC-intensive railway projects ever built in Europe.
Career Outlook in London
London-based automation engineers benefit from the highest pay rates in the UK, with senior controls engineers commanding £65,000-£85,000. The capital's infrastructure investment pipeline through 2030 ensures sustained demand, particularly for engineers with Siemens TIA Portal and SCADA experience. Many London roles also offer hybrid arrangements, making it feasible to attend our Milton Keynes centre during the training week.
Real Automation Projects in London
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around London.
TfL signal system upgrades across the Underground network using Siemens S7 PLCs
Thames Tideway Tunnel SCADA monitoring for London's super sewer project
Data centre power management and cooling automation in the Docklands
Building management system integration for Battersea Power Station redevelopment
Our Courses
Training Programmes for London Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: Live Online + In-person (Milton Keynes, UK)
- Covers: Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, FactoryIO
- Certificate: CPD Accredited
£2,140 + VAT full programme
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- 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 London
The industrial automation sector in Londonis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
£35k – £75k
Average automation engineer salary range in the UK
Career Roles Available in London
London Industry Demand
The Infrastructure & Construction, Building Automation, Data Centres sectors in London are actively investing in automation. Companies like Siemens, ABB, Schneider Electric regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in the UK range from £35,000 to £65,000, with senior roles commanding £70,000+.
The UK faces a shortage of over 20,000 automation engineers, making this one of the fastest routes to employment after training.
Technologies Covered
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All courses are delivered as live online sessions in English with limited seats per batch for personalised attention. In-person attendance also available at our Milton Keynes training centre.
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Why EDWartens
Why London 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 ABB.
Flexible Delivery
Attend in-person at our Milton Keynes centre or join live online sessions from London.
Getting to Our Training Centre from London
Our training centre is located in Milton Keynes, easily accessible from Londonby train or car. Milton Keynes Central station has excellent connections to all major UK cities. Can't travel? Join our live online sessions instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
PLC Training in London — FAQs
Is PLC training available in London?
Yes — EDWartens offers CPD accredited PLC training accessible from London. Our Milton Keynes centre is just 35 minutes by train from Euston, or you can join our live online sessions from anywhere in London. The course covers Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, and FactoryIO.
What PLC jobs are available in London?
London has strong demand for PLC engineers across infrastructure (TfL, Crossrail), building automation (data centres, commercial developments), water treatment (Thames Water), and defence. Salaries range from £40,000 for junior roles to £85,000+ for senior controls engineers.
How long does PLC training take?
Our Professional Module is a 5-day intensive course with additional online recorded sessions. Most London-based students complete the live training in one week and continue with recorded content and projects over the following weeks. You'll receive your CPD certificate upon completion.
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