Field Technical Instructor - Industrial Automation Expert

GP Strategies; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GP Strategies seeks a Field Technical Instructor to deliver advanced industrial automation training to customers across industries. You will simplify complex concepts, create hands-on learning experiences, and help clients improve performance through targeted training.

You will travel to customer sites, adapt content to audience level, and stay current with Rockwell Automation technologies while maintaining high instructional quality.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of field automation experience.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to teach complex concepts.
• Ability to manage travel, schedules, and customer-facing delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver performance-based training in-house and at customer sites.
• Cover PLCs, drives, motion control, and industrial networking topics.
• Tailor content to customer needs and audience experience levels.
• Maintain technical depth and keep up with Rockwell platforms and software.
• Monitor learner feedback and drive improvements in delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Travel readiness

Education

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

5+ years in industrial automation field

Tools

Rockwell Automation platforms

Logix5000 / Studio 5000

PowerFlex drives

HMIs (FactoryTalk)

Motion control & networking

Job description

GP Strategies seeks a Field Technical Instructor to deliver advanced industrial automation training to customers across industries. You will simplify complex concepts, create hands-on learning experiences, and help clients improve performance through targeted training.

You will travel to customer sites, adapt content to audience level, and stay current with Rockwell Automation technologies while maintaining high instructional quality.