Automation & Engineering Technical Trainer

Knapp; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local benefits where available

Job summary

Knapp in Milton Keynes is seeking a Technical Trainer to manage and deliver high-impact training across engineering teams, boosting safety, capability, and performance through a structured PDP. You will develop training strategies and content to keep the workforce skilled, compliant, and future-ready.

Responsibilities include designing courses, maintaining training materials, delivering site-specific modules, authoring SOPs, and mentoring automation apprentices while collaborating with senior

Qualifications

• Level 4 qualification in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Maintenance or Electrotechnical Services.
• Industry-recognised Train the Trainer certification.
• Demonstrable experience with complex control and automation systems.
• Proven track record of technical problem-solving and fault diagnostics.
• Experience coaching or mentoring technical staff, including apprentices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in delivering training to varied audiences.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices in engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver the organisation's Engineering Professional Development Plan (PDP) aligned with technical needs and safety priorities.
• Design and deliver technical training courses.
• Develop and maintain training aids, jigs, and practical exercises aligned to OEM/OCM standards and industry requirements.
• Deliver site-specific training modules aligned to progression goals and departmental requirements.
• Author Technical SOPs in clear, standardised formats to support safe maintenance practices.
• Maintain the Site Training Matrix and highlight gaps to site leadership.
• Mentor and coach automation apprentice engineers.
• Assist in troubleshooting and diagnostic activities with engineering teams to enhance knowledge transfer and enable continuous improvement.

Skills

Technical training design

Training delivery

Apprentice mentoring

Health and safety practices

Written and verbal communication

Education

NVQ Level 4 / HND / Diploma equivalent

Job description

Knapp in Milton Keynes is seeking a Technical Trainer to manage and deliver high-impact training across engineering teams, boosting safety, capability, and performance through a structured PDP. You will develop training strategies and content to keep the workforce skilled, compliant, and future-ready.

Responsibilities include designing courses, maintaining training materials, delivering site-specific modules, authoring SOPs, and mentoring automation apprentices while collaborating with senior