Technical Trainer

Yokogawa; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Yokogawa is seeking an experienced technical trainer in the UAE to deliver comprehensive training on Yokogawa products and solutions. You will conduct classroom, virtual, and on-site sessions, developing materials and assessments while staying current with product knowledge.

The role requires 6–8 years in process automation, strong English communication, and willingness to travel within the UAE and internationally. A Bachelor’s in Instrumentation & Control Engineering is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering or related field.
• 6–8 years of industrial experience in process automation or related fields.
• Experience delivering technical training and knowledge transfer is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical training programs on Yokogawa products and solutions.
• Conduct classroom, virtual, and on-site training sessions.
• Develop and maintain training materials and assessments.
• Travel to customer sites within UAE and abroad as required.
• Ensure training quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Industrial Automation

DCS/PLC knowledge

Technical documentation

English communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering

Tools

CENTUM VP

ProSafe-RS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team

Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to “co-innovate tomorrow”. We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver technical training programs to customers on Yokogawa products, systems, and solutions.
• Conduct classroom, virtual, and on-site training sessions.
• Develop, maintain, and improve training materials, presentations, laboratory exercises, and assessments.
• Prepare and maintain the Lab set up.
• Prepare training documentation, course manuals, attendance records, and training reports.
• Support customer competency development initiatives through structured learning programs.
• Continuously update technical knowledge on existing and emerging Yokogawa products and technologies.
• Coordinate with Service, Engineering and Projects, and Sales & Marketing teams to identify customer training requirements.
• Ensure training quality, effectiveness, and customer satisfaction.
• Contribute to the improvement of training methodologies and learning delivery techniques.
• Travel to customer sites within the UAE and abroad as required.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Certification in training or education or instructional design would be an advantage.

Experience

• 6-8 years of relevant industrial experience in process automation, control systems, instrumentation, or related fields.
• Experience in delivering technical training, mentoring, coaching, or knowledge transfer activities is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Yokogawa systems is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Industrial Automation and Control Systems.
• Knowledge of DCS, SIS, PLC, field instrumentation, control loops, and process control concepts.
• Ability to prepare technical documentation and training materials.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and plant automation architectures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly:

• o PowerPoint
• o Word
• o Excel
• o Teams

• Experience with Yokogawa CENTUM VP Distributed Control System (DCS) and Yokogawa ProSafe-RS Safety Instrumented System (SIS) will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of OT cybersecurity concepts for industrial control systems is an added advantage.
• Previous experience as a technical trainer or instructor.

Personal Competencies

• Strong interest and passion for teaching and knowledge sharing.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-facing skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive attitude.
• Commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
• Willingness to learn new products, technologies, and solutions.
• Good organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to travel frequently to customer locations.

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status.We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.

Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Yokogawa
about our Employee Referral process!