PLC & SCADA Training for Madrid Professionals
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Madrid Professionals
Live online sessions from Madrid, Spain | In-person available in Milton Keynes, UK
Industrial Automation in Madrid
Madrid and its metropolitan area host significant automotive, pharmaceutical, and infrastructure operations. The southern industrial corridor around Getafe and Villaverde includes Airbus Defence & Space, John Deere, and numerous automotive component suppliers. Spain's ongoing investment in railway infrastructure (Renfe, Talgo) and water management systems creates sustained demand for PLC and SCADA professionals. EDWartens offers CPD accredited online PLC training from our UK centre for Madrid-based engineers.
Key Industries in Madrid
Major Employers
Also Serving
Getafe · Alcalá de Henares · Móstoles · Leganes · Villaverde · Tres Cantos
The Automation Landscape in Madrid
Madrid's automation landscape spans aerospace defence, railway manufacturing, and energy infrastructure. Airbus Defence & Space in Getafe assembles military transport aircraft (A400M) and drones with PLC-controlled jig and test systems. Talgo in Las Matas produces high-speed trains using automated welding and assembly controlled by Siemens PLCs. Repsol's Puertollano refinery south of Madrid operates on Honeywell DCS, while John Deere's Getafe factory manufactures combine harvesters with robotic welding cells. Siemens Gamesa coordinates its Spanish wind turbine operations from Madrid, adding renewable energy automation demand.
Did You Know?
Talgo's Las Matas factory near Madrid builds complete high-speed train sets, with PLC-controlled automated welding stations that join aluminium body sections with sub-millimetre precision — these trains operate at speeds up to 350 km/h on Spanish high-speed lines.
Career Outlook in Madrid
Madrid automation engineers earn €32,000–€48,000, with aerospace and energy roles at the top. Spain's Plan de Recuperación is channelling billions into industrial digitalisation, creating a wave of PLC and SCADA upgrade projects across Spanish industry. A UK CPD-accredited qualification is valued by Madrid's international companies and complements Spanish engineering degrees with practical hands-on credentials.
Real Automation Projects in Madrid
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Madrid.
Airbus Defence & Space Getafe A400M wing assembly with PLC-controlled automated drilling and fastening systems
Talgo Las Matas high-speed train production with Siemens PLC-controlled body welding and paint application
Repsol Puertollano refinery DCS modernisation with Honeywell Experion and advanced process control
John Deere Getafe combine harvester assembly with PLC-coordinated robotic welding and frame machining
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Madrid Professionals
Professional Module
PLC, SCADA, HMI & FactoryIO
- Duration: 5 Working Days + Online Recorded Sessions
- Language: English
- Delivery: 100% Live Online — join from Madrid
- 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 Madrid
The industrial automation sector in Madridis growing rapidly. Here's why PLC and SCADA skills are in high demand.
€40k – €85k
Average automation engineer salary range in Spain
Career Roles Available in Madrid
Madrid Industry Demand
The Automotive, Aerospace & Defence, Rail sectors in Madrid are actively investing in automation. Companies like Airbus Defence & Space, John Deere, Siemens Gamesa regularly recruit PLC and SCADA engineers.
Average salaries for automation engineers in Spain 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 Madrid — no travel required.
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Why EDWartens
Why Madrid 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 Airbus Defence & Space and John Deere.
Online Access
Join live online sessions from Madrid. In-person training available at our Milton Keynes, UK centre.
Online Training Available from Madrid
Join our live sessions from Madrid, Spain. 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 Spain — How It Works
Joining from Madridis 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 Madrid (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 Madrid — FAQs
Can I take PLC training from Madrid?
Yes — EDWartens provides live online PLC and SCADA courses accessible from Madrid. Our English-language training covers Siemens TIA Portal and automation fundamentals applicable across Spain's aerospace, railway, and energy sectors. In-person training at our Milton Keynes centre is available via direct flights from Madrid Barajas.
What industries in Madrid need PLC engineers?
Madrid needs PLC engineers across aerospace defence (Airbus), railway manufacturing (Talgo, CAF), energy (Repsol, Siemens Gamesa), and water management infrastructure. Spain's industrial digitalisation programme is creating thousands of new automation roles nationwide, coordinated from Madrid.
What are automation salaries in Madrid?
Madrid automation engineers earn €32,000–€48,000. While lower than Northern European rates, Madrid's cost of living is competitive, and Spain's growing investment in industrial automation is driving consistent salary increases of 5–8% annually for PLC-skilled engineers.
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