About the RoleWe are seeking a VFD Technical Specialist & Trainer to join our team and serve as a go-to expert in variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motor control systems. In this role, you will combine your technical expertise with your ability to teach and communicate complex concepts to others. You will provide advanced technical support to customers and partners, while also designing and delivering engaging training programs for engineers, technicians, and distributors.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving challenging technical problems while sharing their knowledge to empower others.
Position Location: On-site, Benshaw, 615 Alpha Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Travel: ~25-40% (customer sites, training events)
What You'll Do- Act as a subject matter expert in VFDs, soft starters, and motor controls.
- Support customers, sales reps, and distributors with application engineering, startup, and troubleshooting.
- Deliver hands-on technical training in classrooms, labs, and customer facilities.
- Develop engaging training materials (manuals, presentations, videos, e-learning).
- Stay ahead of industry standards and emerging technologies to keep content fresh and relevant.
What We're Looking For- 5+ years' experience with VFDs, motor controls, or industrial automation.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and hands-on knowledge of AC/DC motors and drives.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills - ability to train both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience with PLCs and industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet) is a plus.
- A passion for teaching and helping others succeed.
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred, but equivalent experience considered.
We offer competitive pay, medical, vision and dental benefits, 401(k) with employer match, as well as a host of other additional health and employee benefits.
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