Quest Global Manufacturing

Controls Engineering - Training Manager

Quest Global Manufacturing$80K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Education, Business, or related field.
  • 5-10+ years of experience in engineering training or technical program management.
  • Experience managing enterprise training and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
  • Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, project management, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the Engineering Learning & Development strategy.
  • Own the enterprise engineering training process and compliance.
  • Establish and maintain engineering competency frameworks and certification programs.
  • Work with engineering leaders to address competency gaps and close them effectively.
  • Coordinate development of diverse learning content with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
  • Evaluate and recommend emerging learning technologies to enhance training.
  • Collaborate with the Innovation Team to deploy next-generation learning technologies.

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Employer paid Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

Position Summary

The Engineering Training Manager is responsible for developing and leading the organization's engineering learning strategy to ensure a highly capable, compliant, and future-ready workforce. This role does not serve as the primary technical instructor. Instead, it partners with engineering Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), functional leaders, Human Resources, Quality, Operations, and the Innovation Team to design, govern, and continuously improve technical learning programs across the organization.

The position owns the engineering learning ecosystem-including competency frameworks, onboarding, certification programs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training compliance, digital learning initiatives, and knowledge management. Success is achieved through strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and strong program management. While the role may eventually lead a team, it is expected to succeed initially through influence rather than direct authority.

What You will Do:
• Develop and execute the Engineering Learning & Development strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Own the enterprise engineering training process, including assignments, completion, certifications, compliance, recordkeeping, reporting, and audit readiness.
• Establish and maintain engineering competency frameworks, certification programs, onboarding, and professional development programs.
• Work with Engineering Excellence Office and engineering leaders to understand competency gaps and develop gap closure plans.
• Coordinate the development of instructor-led, self-paced, and digital learning content created by SMEs.
• Evaluate emerging learning technologies and recommend scalable solutions that improve technical learning and knowledge retention.
• Collaborate with the Innovation Team, engineering leaders, and SMEs to identify, develop, and deploy next-generation learning technologies-including Virtual Reality (VR), Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital twins, and engineering simulations-to modernize technical training and improve workforce capability.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs that measure learning effectiveness, competency growth, compliance, and organizational readiness.

What You Will Bring:

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Education, Business, or a related field. Equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will also be considered.
• 5-10+ years of experience in engineering training, technical program management, organizational development, or a related discipline.
• Experience managing enterprise training, Learning Management Systems (LMS), certifications, competency programs, and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, project management, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience within industrial manufacturing, controls, automation, power generation, or other technical engineering environments.
• Experience partnering with SMEs to translate complex engineering knowledge into structured learning programs.
• Knowledge of competency management, change management, continuous improvement, and knowledge management principles.
• Experience with digital learning platforms, immersive learning, VR, AI-assisted learning, digital twins, or engineering simulations.

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements:

We offer flexible work options, including hybrid arrangements, to support the need of the role and align with company policies. This position is located in Greenville, SC and is considered hybrid with 3 days required on-site.
  • You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
  • Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Pay Range: $80K-$120K / Annum.

Travel requirements: Due to the nature of the work, 20% of travel is required.

Benefits begin on day one:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Employer paid Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability

About Quest Global Manufacturing

Quest Global Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services to the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Quest Global Manufacturing has a team of over 11,000 professionals who work with clients around the world to design, build, and maintain complex systems and components. The company's services include product design, engineering, prototyping, testing, and more. Quest Global Manufacturing is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help its clients succeed in today's competitive marketplace.
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Size
11,000 employees
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Founded
1997

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