Job Description

Training Specialist

WEG Electric Corp. has an excellent opportunity for a Training Specialist. The position will provide training on WEG Automation Products to WEG customers, employees and automation service partners.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide technical training for WEG Automation products to WEG customers, employees and automation service partners customized based on the needs of those being trained.
• Use known education principles and stay up to date on new training methods and techniques
• Develop course syllabi for schedule training courses.
• Develop customer-specific training as required.
• Schedule and provide customer on-site training as required.
• Develop training presentations for WEG Automation Products.
• Create training aids such as handbooks and media storage devices.
• Create online training aids such as videos and presentations.
• Update, maintain and order new training demonstration units.
• Provide backup to the Automation Technical Support team as required.
• Maintain and sustain comprehensive knowledge of WEG Automation Product Offers, Solutions and Service Offers including Application and Industry Expertise.
• Assess instructional effectiveness and determine the impact of training on employee skills and KPIs.
• Gather feedback from trainers and trainees after each educational session.
• Provide mentorship and support to employees as they apply new skills.
• Develop a yearly scheduled training plan for general training courses.
• Develop performance test for attendee to assure the training absorption.
• Collaborate with manager, product managers and sales leadership to determine current and future training needs.
• Up to 20-50% travel.

Education: (minimum education or equivalent in relevant experience)

Bachelor's degree

Field of Study if required: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field of study.

Knowledge / training:

• Department procedures.
• Robust product and troubleshooting knowledge.
• Knowledge of schematics, drawings and service manuals.
• Knowledge to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to determine training objectives.
• Organizing and coordinating skills.
• Ability to design, develop, implement and evaluate training plans.
• Ability to develop instructional aids.

Experience:

• 5 years of related experience.

About WEG Electric Corp.

WEG is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG operates mainly in the sector of capital goods, having five main businesses: Motors, Energy, Automation, Coatings Transmission & Distribution, providing global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is located in Duluth, GA with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana and Missouri with over 30 thousand employees worldwide.

We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and full benefits package. To Apply: All candidates must submit an updated resume and complete our application in order to be considered for this position. Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

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