Technical Training Instructor

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Develops and delivers technical instruction in the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of products and other related advanced technical topics.

What you will do:

• Conducts technical training courses to customers, field service teams and employees in a wide range of applications of the product line.
• Designs and develops new product training programs, including print documentation, video and computer-based training under the leadership and guidance of a technical editor/instructional designer.
• Performs pre and post course equipment maintenance of mechanical and electronic hardware, test equipment, and training packages.

What you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical experience
• Basic knowledge of turbomachinery, its control systems, and typical applications  
• Demonstrated public speaking skills, technical instructional, or technical on-the-job mentoring experience 
• Demonstrated experience investigating and self-learning technical knowledge 
• Basic Software Proficiency (office 365) and Internet and Digital Platform Use
• Willingness to travel 50% of the time. 
  

Skill Descriptors
Customer Focus: Knowledge of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and ability to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Maintaining Focus: Understanding of the importance of keeping sight of current responsibilities and ability to bring thoughts and tasks to completion.

Training Delivery: Knowledge of methods and tools of training delivery; Ability to deliver learning solutions for desired training outcomes using the rights instructional techniques.

Training Operations: Knowledge of training processes and procedures; ability to implement training related tasks and programs to ensure smooth daily and strategic training operations.

 

What will set you apart:

• Successfully completed Train the Trainer course 

• Knowledge of Instructional Techniques

• Comfortable speaking in public 

• Ability to communicate in Spanish is highly desirable 

• Demonstrated ability as change leader and in conflict resolution 

 

 

 

Summary Pay Range:

$77,264.00 - $115,896.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

       

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

 

 

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

 

 

 

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

 

Posting Dates:

October 5, 2026 - October 18, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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