Technical Instructor

Job Description

The Role

_ Cognex_ is the global leader in machine vision, delivering innovative hardware and software solutions to the world's top manufacturers. We are looking for a skilled Trilingual Technical Trainer (French / Italian / English) to join our team. This role is based in Rueil-Mailmaison (France) and focuses on training delivery, technical expertise, and customer engagement.

Essential Functions

- Deliver engaging technical training sessions to customers and resellers in French, Italian and English, onsite, online, and at Cognex facilities.

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

- Customize and deliver presentations and training materials that simplify complex technical 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.

- Travel frequently (50% maximum) to customer facilities and regional Cognex offices for onsite training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Strong technical background or technical degree preferred.

- Proficiency with PCs, Microsoft 365 Suite, and basic networking knowledge.

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

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

- Knowledge of vision systems, cameras, and optics is a plus but not required.

- Experience with Cognex products (e.g., DataMan, In-Sight, VisionPro) is a bonus but not mandatory.

Minimum education and work experience required

- Fluency in both French and English is required.
- Fluency in Italian is highly desirable.
- Ability to relocate to Rueil-Malmaison (France) or nearby.

- 2+ years of experience in technical training or a similar customer-facing technical role.