Caterpillar, Inc

Technical Training Instructor

Caterpillar, Inc$89K — $133K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, plus 3 years of experience with gas turbine systems, or 5 years of field experience in gas turbine commissioning and troubleshooting.
  • In-depth knowledge of Solar Turbomachinery and its control systems in compression and power generation.
  • Demonstrated technical instructional or mentoring experience with junior staff and customers.
  • Basic proficiency in Office 365 and familiarity with digital platforms.
  • Experience in leading field or administrative project management.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and deliver technical instruction on product operation and maintenance.
  • Conduct technical training courses for customers and field teams across a range of applications.
  • Support new product training programs with documentation and multimedia materials.
  • Evaluate and recommend necessary hardware and software for advanced technical training.
  • Lead and mentor Level 1 and 2 instructors on product knowledge and instructional skills.

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)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Career Development
  • Incentive bonuses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Manufacturing

Job Description:

What you will do:
Prepare and delivers technical instruction in the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of products and other related advanced technical topics.
• Conducts technical training courses to customers, field service teams and employees in a wide range of applications of the product line.
• Support in new product training programs, including print documentation, video and computer-based training under the leadership and guidance of a technical editor/instructional designer.
• Support in the evaluation, specification, and makes recommendations for purchase of hardware (test equipment, computers, other specialized equipment) and software required to support advanced technical courses.
• Provides leadership, guidance and training to Level 1 and 2 instructors in the areas of product/technical knowledge, instructional skills, course preparation, and instructional materials revision.

Skills
  • 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.
  • Instructional Skills: Knowledge of relevant instructional skills concepts; ability to deliver instructional content to meet the learning needs of a target population.
  • Training Delivery: Knowledge of methods and tools of training delivery; Ability to deliver learning solutions for desired training outcomes.
  • Training Needs Analysis: Knowledge of tools, techniques and methods of training needs analyses; ability to identify what people need to learn for successful individual and organizational performance.
  • 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 you will have:
  • Bachelor Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and minimum 3 years of experience with gas turbine commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting, and operation.
  • OR minimum 5 years of field experience with gas turbine commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting, and operation.
  • In-depth knowledge of Solar Turbomachinery, its Control System and Applications in Compression and Power Generation Systems.
  • Demonstrated technical instructional or technical on-the-job mentoring experience with both junior field service personnel and customers.
  • Basic Software Proficiency (offcie 365) and Internet and Digital Platform Use.
  • Demonstrated experience investigating and self-learning high-level technical knowledge.
  • Demonstrated experience in leadership of field or administrative projects management.


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.


Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

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

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:
July 1, 2026 - July 14, 2026

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

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About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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