Electrical / Electronics Trainer. Job in Oxford Education & Training Jobs

FIND | Creating Futures; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training organization located in Oxford is seeking an Engineering Trainer to deliver practical and theoretical training in electronics and electrical engineering. The role involves helping future engineers develop essential skills through engaging sessions, while no prior teaching experience is necessary; full training will be provided. Candidates should have a strong background in engineering, excellent communication skills, and a passion for developing others. This position is full-time and on-site, requiring strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in electronics, electrical engineering, or related disciplines.
• Interest in progressing into a training/teaching career.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality engineering training through various methods.
• Develop learners' technical and professional skills.
• Provide constructive feedback to support learner growth.

Skills

Strong background in electronics

Strong communication skills

Highly organised

Ability to explain engineering concepts clearly

Passion for developing others

Education

Level 3 qualification in Electronics Engineering

Job description

Engineering Trainer (Electronics / Electrical)

Location: Oxfordshire (On-site, 5 days a week)

About the Role

This position is ideal for an Electronics Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Controls Engineer, Test Engineer, Electronics Technician, PCB Engineer, Automation Engineer, Mechatronics Engineer, or Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer who is ready to move from an industry role into a training and development career.

You do not need previous teaching or training experience. Full support, training, and recognised teaching/assessor qualifications will be provided.

As an Engineering Trainer, you will deliver engaging, practical, and theoretical training to small groups of learners across a range of modern engineering disciplines. You'll be helping future engineers develop the technical and professional skills they need to succeed in the industry, drawing directly from your own real‑world experience.

Job Purpose

• Deliver high‑quality electronics, electrical, and/or mechanical engineering training through classroom, workshop, and online sessions.
• Teach using your industry background, bringing practical examples, troubleshooting methods, and engineering best practice into the learning environment.
• Develop learners’ technical, professional, and behavioural skills in line with current apprenticeship standards.
• Provide constructive, supportive feedback that helps learners grow into confident and capable engineers.
• Maintain and develop innovative learning resources and curricula that reflect current industry technologies and methods.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Deliver practical and theoretical content at Levels 2, 3 and Level 4 (HNC/HND) in subjects such as:
• Electrical Principles, Electronic Principles, Digital Electronics, Analogue Electronics, PLCs, Robotics, Sensors & Instrumentation, Control Systems, Microcontrollers, Circuit Design, Fault Finding & Diagnostics, Mechatronics, Embedded Systems, or
• Engineering Maths, Engineering Science, Mechanical Principles, Materials, Fluid Power if multi‑skilled.
• Support apprentices to progress successfully through their programme.
• Encourage curiosity, problem‑solving and innovative thinking in learners.
• Guide learners through developing prototypes, testing ideas, and iterative design.

Person Specification

• Strong background in electronics, electrical engineering or related disciplines.
• Experience could come from roles such as: Electronics Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Hardware Engineer, Systems Engineer, Automation Engineer, Test & Validation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, PCB Designer, RF Engineer, Instrumentation Engineer, Avionics Engineer.
• Passion for developing others and sharing engineering knowledge.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential:

• Industry experience in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Multi‑skilled Engineering.
• Ability to explain engineering concepts clearly and logically.
• Interest in progressing into a training/teaching career.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Level 3 qualification (or higher) in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a similar engineering discipline.

Desirable:

• Functional Skills Level 2 / GCSE Maths and English (grade C/4+).
• Level 4+ engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree).
• Internal Quality Assurance qualification (V1/IQA).
• Coaching or mentoring qualification.
• A recognised teaching qualification
• An assessor qualification (e.g., A1, CAVA)