ITI to Automation Engineer Program in Pune 2026 | ABC Trainings
The career-switch program for ITI Electrician / Fitter / Mechanic / Instrumentation candidates and Diploma in Electrical / E&TC / Mechanical graduates who want to move from technician roles to PLC SCADA Automation Engineer roles in Pune's manufacturing belt. ~35% of every PLC SCADA batch at ABC Trainings is ITI-background — this dedicated track maps your existing industrial wiring + panel knowledge into multi-brand PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, Delta DVP) and SCADA development. Recruiters: Bajaj Auto, Tata Motors, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, JCB India, Bharat Forge, Forbes Marshall, Cummins, Honeywell.
ISO 9001:2015 Certified · 100% Placement Assistance · Live projects
The ITI to Automation Engineer Program in Pune at ABC Trainings is a job-focused program built around the hiring needs of 10+ named local recruiters. Train at our authorized Pune center on real industry projects, get a portfolio that hiring managers actually want, and walk into placement support that opens doors locally and across Maharashtra.
TL;DR
- Hands-on ITI to Automation Engineer Program taught by working industry faculty in Pune.
- 100% placement assistance with named local hiring partners.
- Weekday + weekend batches; flexible EMI fee options.
- Walk-in counseling at our Pune centers — no obligation.
- ISO 9001:2015 certified institute with 11+ centers across Maharashtra.
ITI to Automation Engineer Program Syllabus — What You Will Master
A practical syllabus engineered for the Pune job market. Every module ends with a portfolio project.
- 1Bridge module — leveraging ITI panel + wiring knowledge into PLC I/O design
- 2PLC fundamentals — architecture, scan cycle, addressing (Siemens + Allen Bradley + Delta)
- 3Ladder logic programming — timers, counters, sequencing (no prior coding required)
- 4Siemens TIA Portal — S7-1200 + S7-1500 (Bajaj, Tata, Mercedes, VW standard)
- 5Allen Bradley Studio 5000 — CompactLogix for Cummins / Eaton / JCB
- 6Delta DVP — Indian SME shop-floor automation
- 7SCADA development — WinCC, FactoryTalk View; alarm + trend + recipe
- 8Industrial communication — Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP
- 9VFD + motor control — ABB, Danfoss, Siemens drives for ITI motor knowledge upgrade
- 10Capstone project + interview preparation specifically tuned for ITI-to-engineer transitions
Why learn ITI to Automation Engineer Program at our Pune center
Local industry tie-ups
Direct referrals into Bajaj Auto, Tata Motors, Mercedes-Benz India and other Pune-area employers.
Faculty who actually ship
Working professionals teach you — not theorists. You learn the same workflow they use Monday morning.
Portfolio-led placement
Every module builds toward a portfolio you can show in an interview. Resume + LinkedIn + mock interview support included.
ISO 9001:2015 certified
Course completion certificate is recognized by MNCs across India and abroad.
Walk-in at Pune
Multiple authorized ABC Trainings centers in Pune — book a free demo class today.
Pune recruiters hiring ITI to Automation Engineer Program talent
These are the named companies our Pune alumni interview with most often. Hiring activity is verified Q1 2026.
| Company | Location / Plot | Typical openings |
|---|---|---|
| Bajaj Auto | Akurdi / Chakan / Waluj / Ranjangaon | PLC Maintenance Engineer (ITI + 1-2 yrs experience preferred) |
| Tata Motors | Chinchwad | Assembly Line PLC Technician → Engineer track |
| Mercedes-Benz India | Chakan | Production Line Automation Engineer (ITI + advanced certification accepted) |
| Volkswagen India | Chakan | PLC Maintenance + Programming Engineer |
| JCB India | Talegaon | Heavy Equipment Assembly PLC Engineer (ITI Fitter + PLC training) |
| Bharat Forge | Mundhwa / Chakan | Press Shop PLC Maintenance Engineer |
| Forbes Marshall | Chakan / Hinjewadi | Service Engineer (Steam + PLC) — open to ITI + certification |
| Cummins India | Hadapsar | Engine Test Cell PLC Technician |
| Honeywell Automation India | Hadapsar | Service Engineer — PLC + DCS commissioning |
| Bajaj Electricals | CSN / Ranjangaon | Appliance Line PLC Maintenance Engineer |
Mention of company names does not imply formal partnership. Recruiter list is based on publicly verified hiring activity in Pune and ABC Trainings alumni placement records.
Visit Our Pune Centers
Walk in for a free demo class. Our counsellors will help you pick the right batch and finance plan.
ABC Trainings — Hadapsar (Head Office)
1st Floor, S.no 156/3 Shree Tower, Pune - Solapur Rd, opp. Vaibhav Theater, Laxmi Vihar, Magarpatta, Hadapsar, Pune 411028
ABC Trainings — Wagholi
1st Floor, Laxmi Datta Arcade, Pune - Ahilyanagar Hwy, Wagholi, Pune 412207
ABC Trainings — Dhanori-Lohegaon
2nd Floor, A-202, Dream Max Society, Sr no 281, Porwal Road Dhanori, Lohegaon, Pune 411047
ABC Trainings — Katraj-Narhe
104, Kanta Heights, Nr Samsung Galaxy, Katraj, Near Bhumkar Bridge, Dhayari Narhe Rd, Narhe, Pune 411046
Frequently asked questions about ITI to Automation Engineer Program in Pune
I am an ITI Electrician / Fitter / Mechanic with 2-3 years experience as a technician. Can I become an Automation Engineer?
Yes — this is one of the most common transitions in Pune manufacturing. Your existing industrial wiring + panel + motor experience is a real advantage: PLC engineers without that background have to learn it from scratch. Our ITI track adds the PLC programming layer (Siemens TIA Portal + Allen Bradley Studio 5000 + Delta DVP) and SCADA development on top of what you already know. About 35% of our placed PLC SCADA alumni came from ITI backgrounds; most are now working as Junior Automation Engineer / PLC Maintenance Engineer at Bajaj, Tata, Mahindra, JCB and the Chakan tier-1 belt.
What is the difference between an "ITI Electrician" job and an "Automation Engineer" job in terms of pay?
ITI Electrician at a factory typically earns ₹14,000–22,000/month (₹1.7–2.6 LPA). Junior Automation Engineer (after PLC SCADA certification + 0-1 yr in role): ₹25,000–35,000/month (₹3.0–4.2 LPA). Senior Automation Engineer after 3-4 years: ₹50,000–75,000/month (₹6–9 LPA). The PLC SCADA skill is the gating credential — your factory experience is the multiplier.
How long does it take to transition from ITI to Automation Engineer?
Realistic timeline: 3-4 months of PLC SCADA training (our Professional Package) + 1-2 months of placement preparation and interview rounds = 4-6 months from enrollment to first Automation Engineer role. Faster if you take the Weekday Morning batch (3 months, ₹4,500-5,500/month after placement assistance). Slower if you continue working your ITI Electrician job during the course (Saturday-Sunday batch — 4-5 months).
Which ITI trades transition best into PLC SCADA Automation roles?
Top 3: (1) ITI Electrician — direct mapping, easiest transition. (2) ITI Instrumentation Mechanic — even better since they already understand process signals. (3) ITI Mechanic + ITI Fitter — slightly longer transition because they need to learn electrical fundamentals first. Other trades (ITI Diesel Mechanic, Welder, Turner) can transition but typically take 6 months instead of 4 because more foundation work is needed.
Do I need to take English-medium classes? My ITI was in Marathi.
No — our PLC SCADA syllabus is taught in Hinglish (Hindi + English mix) with Marathi explanations available on request. Most students from ITI backgrounds in Pune/PCMC/Aurangabad are Marathi-medium. Software interfaces (Siemens TIA Portal, Studio 5000) are in English but we walk through every menu and command. By the end of the course, you handle interview English (PLC technical terms + workplace conversational) — we run dedicated communication-skills sessions in the last month.
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