Field Technical Instructor - Industrial Automation and Control Systems

GP Strategies Corporation

United States

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

25 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote
Growth opportunities
Advanced automation tech

Job summary

GP Strategies Corporation is seeking a Field Technical Instructor (FTI) for a fully remote role with 100% travel to customer sites. The position focuses on delivering hands-on training in Industrial Automation and Control Systems, across multiple industries.

Strong presentation and communication skills are required, with experience in Rockwell Automation hardware and software. The role involves continuous development of instructional techniques, maintaining high training effectiveness, and

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Education, Electrical Engineering, Technical Instruction, or a related technical discipline.
  • 5–10 years of relevant field experience in Industrial Automation.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver performance-based technical training for customers at training centers and customer sites.
  • Collaborate with customers to identify training needs and provide customized learning solutions.
  • Maintain technical competency in assigned courses and continuously expand product knowledge.
  • Develop and enhance instructional delivery and presentation skills.
  • Set up, tear down, and properly pack classroom and training equipment.
  • Identify and communicate issues that may impact course delivery or customer satisfaction.
  • Assess student performance and provide appropriate coaching or remedial instruction.
  • Review course evaluations and implement improvements as needed.
  • Monitor customer satisfaction and training effectiveness.
  • Develop knowledge of target industries and customer applications.
  • Support sales initiatives by identifying training and product opportunities.
  • Serve as a mentor and professional role model for associates and trainees.

Skills

Presentation skills
Customer interaction
Communication abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Education, Electrical Engineering, Technical Instruction, or related field

Tools

Rockwell Automation hardware
Logix5000 Controllers
PowerFlex Drives
HMIs
FactoryTalk Software Suite

Job description

GP Strategies is a global leader in talent transformation, dedicated to empowering organizations to unlock their full potential. We help businesses enhance workforce performance and achieve strategic goals through innovative, technology-enabled learning solutions. Supporting over 6,000 organizations worldwide, we combine human expertise with AI-driven insights to deliver customized strategies that upskill talent, accelerate technology adoption, and optimize critical business processes. www.gpstrategies.com

Field Technical Instructor (FTI) | Full-Time | Remote | 100% Travel
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Field Technical Instructor (FTI) to deliver engaging, hands-on training programs focused on Industrial Automation and Control Systems. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who are passionate about teaching, technology, and working directly with customers across various industries.

Location:

Remote (Work from Home)

Travel:

100% travel to customer sites, including occasional weekend travel

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Position Summary

The Field Technical Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality technical training programs to customers both at company facilities and on-site. The ideal candidate will have strong presentation skills, excellent communication abilities, and hands-on expertise in Industrial Automation products and systems.

This role requires continuous development of instructional techniques and technical knowledge while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction and training effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver performance-based technical training for customers at training centers and customer sites.
  • Collaborate with customers to identify training needs and provide customized learning solutions.
  • Maintain technical competency in assigned courses and continuously expand product knowledge.
  • Develop and enhance instructional delivery and presentation skills.
  • Set up, tear down, and properly pack classroom and training equipment.
  • Identify and communicate issues that may impact course delivery or customer satisfaction.
  • Assess student performance and provide appropriate coaching or remedial instruction.
  • Review course evaluations and implement improvements as needed.
  • Monitor customer satisfaction and training effectiveness.
  • Develop knowledge of target industries and customer applications.
  • Support sales initiatives by identifying training and product opportunities.
  • Serve as a mentor and professional role model for associates and trainees.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Education, Electrical Engineering, Technical Instruction, or a related technical discipline; or
  • 5-10 years of relevant field experience in Industrial Automation.
Preferred Experience
  • Previous teaching or instructional experience in Industrial Automation Controls.
  • Experience with:
  • PLCs
  • Drives
  • Motion Control Systems
Technical Skills

Hands-on experience using and programming Rockwell Automation hardware and software, including:

  • Logix5000 Controllers
  • PowerFlex Drives
  • Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
  • FactoryTalk Software Suite
Physical & Travel Requirements
  • Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability and willingness to travel extensively (100% travel required).
  • Flexibility to travel on weekends when business needs require.
Why Join Us?
  • Fully remote position
  • Opportunity to work with advanced Industrial Automation technologies
  • Extensive customer interaction and professional growth opportunities
  • Dynamic, hands-on training environment
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