Senior Technical Instructor

Job Description

The Company:

Cognex is the global leader in the exciting and growing field of machine vision, with annual revenue approaching $1 Billion. We are a financially strong international company with a culture that maintains the fast-paced, creative environment of a startup . Our employees, proudly called “ Cognoids ,” take their work seriously but don't take themselves seriously . Our Work Hard, Play Hard, Move Fast culture recognizes our employees for their innovation, perseverance, and hard work in a fun and rewarding environment.

We value in-person team collaboration, while offering remote workplace flexibility up to two days a week depending on the role.

We are working on a hybrid schedule, 3 days in the office and 2 remote!

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Technical Trainer to join our team. This role is based in our corporate headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts a nd focuses on training delivery, technical expertise , and customer engagement.

Essential Functions:

• 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

• C oach 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

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 3-5 years e ngineering 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 , i n-depth knowledge of vision systems, cameras, and optics

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

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

• 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

Minimum Education and Work Experience

Required:

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

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

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

• Experience with Cognex products (e.g., Data Man , In-Sight, Vision Pro ) is a significant advantage

• Drivers license required

Cognex believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $58,000 USD - $126,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a sales incentive plan.

This position provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching; employer-paid disability, family leave, and life insurance; paid time off (including holidays); optional voluntary benefits; as well as recognition and wellness programs

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cognex is an equal opportunity employer. Cognex evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.