Field Technical instructor (Part-Time)

Teach Complex Systems. Shape Skilled Workforces. Travel with Impact.

We are seeking a highly skilled and engaging Field Technical Instructor to deliver advanced training on industrial automation systems to customers across a variety of industries. This role is ideal for someone who combines deep technical expertise with a passion for teaching-someone who can simplify complex concepts and create meaningful, handson learning experiences.

As a Field Technical Instructor, you'll work directly with customers to build technical capability, support adoption of automation technologies, and drive real-world performance outcomes.

What You'll Do

Deliver High-Impact Technical Training

• Facilitate performance-based training both in-house and at customer sites.
• Deliver instruction across industrial automation technologies, including PLCs, drives, motion control, and industrial networking.
• Create engaging learning environments that make complex technical concepts clear, practical, and applicable.

Customize Training for Customer Needs

• Partner with customers to identify training requirements and tailor delivery to specific operational needs.
• Adapt course content and delivery style based on audience experience level and learning objectives.
• Identify skill gaps and provide targeted coaching to improve learner performance.

Maintain & Expand Technical Expertise

• Maintain strong competency in assigned course topics while continuously expanding knowledge across product families.
• Stay current with evolving Rockwell Automation technologies, tools, and software platforms.
• Continuously improve both technical depth and instructional delivery skills.

Enhance Learning Quality & Experience

• Monitor course evaluations and learner feedback to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Diagnose learning challenges and implement corrective or remedial strategies as needed.
• Analyze feedback and proactively address any performance or delivery gaps.

Operational Excellence & Equipment Management

• Set up, break down, and maintain classroom and training equipment to ensure reliability and readiness.
• Properly pack and transport training tools and materials for field delivery.
• Report and document any issues that may impact course quality or customer experience.

Support Business Growth

• Identify opportunities for additional training or product engagement through student interactions.
• Support sales efforts by recognizing and communicating customer needs.
• Represent the organization professionally and serve as a mentor to less experienced instructors.

What Makes You a Great Fit

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Education, Electrical Engineering, Technical Instruction, or related technical field
  OR 5+ years of relevant field experience in industrial automation
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to teach technical concepts effectively
• Ability to manage travel, logistics, and independent schedules

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in industrial automation training or instruction
• Strong technical expertise in:
  • PLCs (Logix5000 / Studio 5000)
  • PowerFlex drives
  • HMIs and FactoryTalk software
  • Motion control systems and industrial networking
• Experience working with Rockwell Automation platforms is highly preferred

Work Environment & Requirements

• Extensive travel required (including possible weekend travel)
• Highly dynamic, customer-facing role requiring flexibility and independence

Why This Role Stands Out

This isn't just a training role-you'll be developing the technical capability of industrial teams working with advanced automation systems. Your work directly impacts operational efficiency, system performance, and workforce readiness across industries.

If you enjoy:

• Hands-on technical work
• Teaching and mentoring others
• Traveling and working directly with customers

This is a role where your expertise will be visible, valued, and impactful.