Technical Trainer

Job Description: Senior Technical Trainer (Automation & Mechatronics)

Experience: 3–12 years

Locations: Hyderabad (travel required as per schedule)

Reports to: Head of Training / Technical Learning & Development

Role Summary

Lead the design, delivery, and quality assurance of hands-on technical training programs in industrial automation, fluid power, and robotics. Act as the subject-matter expert and mentor for junior trainers, ensuring standardized, high-impact skilling across all three locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum & Content Ownership: Develop and periodically update training modules, lab exercises, and assessments for Pneumatics, Electro-Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Electro-Hydraulics, Sensorics, PLC (Siemens S7-1200), HMI, SCADA (WinCC), and advanced Robotics/Cobot applications.
• Advanced Program Delivery: Conduct Level-2 and advanced courses (e.g., Advanced PLC, Process Automation Advanced, Industrial Robots – Advanced with Vision, Electro-Hydraulics, Smart Sensorics) and complex integrated Mechatronics projects.
• Cross-Domain Integration: Train on multi-technology application systems, including Cartesian/Articulated Robot cells, Mechatronics stations with multi-brand PLCs, and Process Automation trainer kits.
• Quality Assurance & Standardization: Ensure SOPs, safety protocols, and training outcomes are consistent across Location 1, 2, and 3; audit junior trainer sessions and provide corrective coaching.
• Hardware & Lab Stewardship: Oversee the commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of pneumatic/hydraulic trainer kits, motor drive rigs (DC, AC, Stepper, Servo), PLC/HMI hardware, and SCADA software licenses.
• Mentorship: Guide junior trainers on instructional techniques, fault diagnosis, and learner engagement; certify them for independent delivery of basic modules.
• Assessment & Reporting: Design practical evaluations, track competency attainment, and report training effectiveness to management.

Technical Competencies Required

• Strong hands-on expertise in Pneumatics, Hydraulics, and Electro-Fluid Power systems.
• Proficiency in PLC Programming (Siemens S7-1200 mandatory; exposure to multiple brands desirable).
• Working knowledge of HMI design (e.g., Exor eSmart10) and SCADA (Simatic WinCC).
• Experience with Industrial Robotics (Cartesian, Articulated) and Cobot integration with Vision systems.
• Familiarity with Motor & Drive technologies (DC, AC, Stepper, Servo).
• Understanding of Process Automation loops and instrumentation.
• Ability to read electrical/pneumatic schematics and troubleshoot hardware faults independently.

Soft Skills & Attributes

• Excellent instructional and demonstration skills for adult technical learners.
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to industrial training protocols.
• Willingness to travel across locations (up to 30–40% depending on roster).

Documentation discipline and basic MS Office / reporting skills.