Senior Training Specialist, Industrial Automation Generalist

Schneider Electric•Raleigh, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Automation Trainer is responsible for developing, updating, and adapting training materials focused on Industrial Automation (HMIs, Industrial PCs, Drives, visualization software, and operator interface systems). Training is designed for distributor and internal sales teams, technical sales, product application engineers, field service, and technical/commercial trainers. This role ensures all learning programs provide the technical knowledge and commercial acumen needed to position, select, configure, and sell industrial automation (including HMI/IPC) solutions across key industrial segments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science software or related degrees or comparable experience.
Proficient in English (Level C1)
Familiarization with industrial automation, HMI/SCADA systems, or related training/technical sales roles.
Strong ability to convey complex technical concepts in a simple, compelling way with a strong background in commercial training, sales enablement, or technical sales.
Awareness and understanding of how Industrial Automation solutions are positioned and sold.
Familiarity with common cybersecurity best practices, and industrial communication standards (such as: Modbus TCP, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, IEC 62443 for Industrial Automation and Control Systems; UL508 / UL508A, IEC 61131-3 and NEMA ICS (industrial control systems)).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital learning development tools.

Responsibilities

Develop and Deliver Training Programs: Design, implement, and conduct training sessions on Industrial Automation product lines, Drives, HMI/IPC platforms, visualization software, system architectures, concepts, product portfolio, applications, and segments, where to play, sales strategies, competitive positioning, value propositions, among others.
Content Development: Create training materials, including presentations tailored to learner roles while making continuous improvements
Collect Training Feedback: Assess training effectiveness through feedback knowledge retention evaluations, analyzing learner performance, and implement continuous improvements in curricula.
Training Equipment & Lab Support: Maintain and support training hardware and environments, including M262 controllers, M340/M580 PACs, HMIs, VFD demo units, and Control Expert software. Ensure readiness of all lab systems and assist with live troubleshooting during training.
Training Facilitation Support: Assist with in-person and VILT sessions, including co-presenting and supporting distributor-led training events across industrial automation topics.
Collaboration: Collaborate with Offer Management, R&D, Marketing, and Sales Enablement teams to ensure alignment with portfolio updates and market needs.
Market Awareness: Stay current on industry trends and competitive Industrial Automation offers to ensure training content remains technically accurate and market relevant.