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Cognex Corporation · 3 months ago

Senior Technical Trainer - Integrators

Natick, Massachusetts

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Cognex Corporation is the global leader in the exciting and growing field of machine vision. They are looking for a skilled Technical Trainer to deliver advanced technical training sessions, facilitate hands-on lab exercises, and engage with customers and resellers to enhance their understanding of complex engineering topics.

Industrial AutomationManufacturingSoftware

Responsibilities

Deliver advanced technical training sessions to customers and resellers onsite, online, and at Cognex facilities

Facilitate hands-on lab exercises, providing expert guidance and feedback to ensure participant success

Develop and customize presentations and training materials that simplify complex engineering topics for diverse audiences

Manage training logistics, including scheduling, travel arrangements, and coordination with clients or facilities

Maintain and manage classroom hardware and software for effective training sessions

Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) to register students, track progress, and generate completion certificates

Provide input to improve training content, instructional delivery, and course workflows

Contribute to content development, including creating videos and tutorials for self-guided learning

Assist the training manager in training administrative tasks, when needed

Coach new employees to develop their teaching and technical skills

Travel frequently (up to 50% overnight travel) to deliver onsite trainings at customer facilities and regional Cognex offices

Qualification

Technical training experienceVision systems knowledgeScriptingAutomationMicrosoft 365 SuiteCoding in C#/C/C++/JavaScriptPublic speakingCustomer engagementExceptional communicationOrganizational skills

Required

3-5 years engineering industry experience background OR technical degree required (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science)

Proficiency with PCs, Microsoft 365 Suite, and advanced networking knowledge

Exceptional communication and public speaking skills, with the ability to explain complex engineering topics in simple terms

Demonstrable, in-depth knowledge of vision systems, cameras, and optics

Comfortable applying and teaching advanced scripting, automation logic, and PCI integrations

Demonstrable coding knowledge in at least one of these languages C#, C, C++, JavaScript, and understanding of scripting for automation customization and integration with factory automation

Ability to relocate to NAME OFFICE LOCATION or nearby

5+ years of experience in technical training or a similar customer-facing technical role, with a focus on engineering applications

Driving license required

Preferred

Familiarity with Visual Studio .NET (Winform and WPF frameworks) and the ability to develop graphical user interfaces are a plus

General understanding of how machine learning and artificial intelligence are used for industrial image processing (scene classification and segmentation) is a plus

Field Service or Technical Support experience installing supporting or configuring complex industrial systems in factory environments is a plus

Experience with Cognex products (e.g., DataMan, In-Sight, VisionPro) is a significant advantage

Experience in managing schedules and travel independently, with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities

Company

Cognex Corporation

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For over 40 years, Cognex has been making advanced machine vision easy, paving the way for manufacturing and distribution companies to get faster, smarter, and more efficient through automation.

Founded in 1981

Natick, Massachusetts, USA

1001-5000 employees