PLC & SCADA Training in Newcastle
CPD Accredited Industrial Automation Training for Newcastle upon Tyne Professionals
In-person at our Milton Keynes centre or live online from Newcastle upon Tyne
Industrial Automation in Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle and the wider North East of England remain vital to the UK's offshore energy and subsea engineering industries. The region around the Tyne, including the Neptune Energy Park and Team Valley Trading Estate, hosts a concentration of engineering firms specialising in process control, offshore platforms, and subsea systems. With Siemens Energy, Baker Hughes, and TechnipFMC all operating locally, PLC and SCADA expertise is essential for engineers working in the North East's high-value energy and manufacturing sectors.
Key Industries in Newcastle upon Tyne
Major Employers
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Gateshead · Sunderland · Durham · Tynemouth · Hexham · Cramlington
The Automation Landscape in Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle's automation landscape is heavily influenced by the offshore energy sector, with the Neptune Energy Park at Walker and the various facilities along the Tyne housing subsea engineering firms that design and build PLC-controlled subsea equipment. The Team Valley Trading Estate, one of the UK's oldest trading estates, now hosts modern automation integrators serving the process and energy industries. Siemens Energy's Newcastle facility works on power generation turbine control systems. The recent investment in the International Advanced Manufacturing Park (IAMP) at Washington/Sunderland and Britishvolt's planned Blyth gigafactory signal a new era of high-tech manufacturing in the region.
Did You Know?
The Tyneside shipyards have been building vessels since the 14th century, and today BAE Systems' Scotswood facility uses advanced PLC-controlled robotic welding systems to construct sections for the Royal Navy's Type 26 frigates.
Career Outlook in Newcastle upon Tyne
North East automation engineers earn £33,000-£52,000, with offshore and subsea roles often adding significant allowances for platform work. SCADA expertise is particularly prized in the region due to the prevalence of process control in oil, gas, and chemicals. Engineers who combine PLC skills with SIL (Safety Integrity Level) knowledge can command premium rates, especially in the process industries concentrated around Teesside and Tyneside.
Real Automation Projects in Newcastle upon Tyne
The skills you learn with EDWartens are directly applicable to these types of projects happening in and around Newcastle upon Tyne.
Neptune Energy Park subsea control module assembly and PLC testing
Siemens Energy gas turbine control system programming and commissioning
Nissan Sunderland EV battery plant (Envision AESC) production line SCADA integration
Northumbrian Water Howdon sewage treatment works SCADA modernisation
Our Courses
Training Programmes for Newcastle upon Tyne 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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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 Newcastle upon Tyne
The industrial automation sector in Newcastle upon Tyneis 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 Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne Industry Demand
The Offshore Energy, Subsea Engineering, Automotive (Nissan nearby) sectors in Newcastle upon Tyne are actively investing in automation. Companies like Siemens Energy, Baker Hughes, TechnipFMC 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.
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Why EDWartens
Why Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Energy and Baker Hughes.
Flexible Delivery
Attend in-person at our Milton Keynes centre or join live online sessions from Newcastle upon Tyne.
Getting to Our Training Centre from Newcastle upon Tyne
Our training centre is located in Milton Keynes, easily accessible from Newcastle upon Tyneby 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 Newcastle upon Tyne — FAQs
Is PLC training available in Newcastle?
Yes — EDWartens offers CPD accredited PLC training accessible from Newcastle. You can attend in-person at our Milton Keynes centre (3 hours by train from Central Station) or join live online sessions, which are popular with North East engineers. The course covers Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, HMI, and FactoryIO.
What PLC jobs are available in Newcastle?
Newcastle and the North East offer PLC engineering roles in offshore energy (Baker Hughes, TechnipFMC), process control (SABIC on Teesside), automotive (Nissan in Sunderland), and utilities. Salaries range from £32,000 for junior roles to £52,000+ for senior engineers, with offshore allowances on top.
Is offshore experience needed for PLC roles in Newcastle?
Not necessarily. While offshore energy is a major employer, there are plenty of onshore PLC roles in manufacturing, utilities, and system integration across Tyneside. However, gaining SCADA and process control skills through our training will prepare you for both onshore and offshore opportunities.
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