Senior Technical Training Specialist

Quest Global • Grand Rapids, MI

4d • $50 - $65 • Onsite

About The Position

Quest Global is seeking a Senior Technical Training Specialist/Electrical & Controls Trainer for their customer. This role involves developing and delivering high-quality training programs on field-level advanced controls to Controls personnel. The training focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility controls systems, covering topics like component configuration and network troubleshooting. Participants will engage in hands-on drills using a System-in-a-Box to gain practical experience with complex scenarios. Upon completion, students will be able to describe automation component functions, safely manage PLC systems, VFDs, and communication devices, explain specialized controls for conveyor systems, and troubleshoot fieldbus and sorter systems.

Requirements

• High proficiency with PLCs and exposure to PLC programming and industrial controls (AB and Siemens preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience delivering related training for customized products and systems, preferably in the material handling industry with an emphasis on controls.
• Familiarity with mechanical disciplines and experience with machine diagnostics, repair, and automation.
• Ability to read and interpret industrial mechanical and controls drawing sets and design requirements.
• Exceptional communication and training skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong desire to help others learn.

Responsibilities

• Delivering training programs for customer covering operations, mechanical maintenance, controls maintenance, specific equipment, software, and customer solutions.
• Understanding and effectively communicating how the customer's custom solutions integrate into the operation of material handling systems.
• Adapting quickly to changing curriculum and equipment requirements.
• Acting as a subject matter expert contributing to the creation of student guides and training materials for traditional delivery platforms and fully digital deliveries.
• Taking on greater responsibilities as company and equipment knowledge grows.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed