Instructor

About the role

Teach, inspire, and elevate manufacturing teams. As a TRUMPF Technical Instructor, you’ll train customers and employees on world-class machines—covering operation, programming, maintenance, and best practices—through standardized classes in Chicago and tailored on-site trainings across North America and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on training across assigned TRUMPF product lines.
• Tailor curricula to customer needs; refine materials with the Head of Punch/PressBrake Training.
• Collaborate with HQ trainers and curriculum developers to keep content current and clear.
• Lead on-site trainings and conduct field research at customer facilities and TRUMPF sites (up to 33% travel).
• Manage schedules, attendance, and training records; assess Service Engineer performance during training.
• Collect and analyze learner feedback to continuously improve course quality.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement and SYNCHRO initiatives and special projects.

Requirements

• Strong technical foundation with CNC sheet metal machine tools (TRUMPF experience preferred).
• Training and/or field service background strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and confident classroom presence.
• Solid PC skills: OS, networking, Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Education: 2-year technical degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.

Skills

• Technical expertise with CNC sheet metal machine tools.
• Effective communication and classroom management skills.
• Proficiency with PC software and hardware.

Benefits

• Industry-leading technology that shapes modern manufacturing.
• Collaborative, global team with clear paths to growth.

Pay

Salary Range: $36.77 - $44.95

Schedule

Up to 33% travel required.

Contact Information

This contact information is for accommodation requests only and can not be used to inquire about the status of application. For accommodation requests, contact HR general at HRgeneral@us.trumpf.com or call 860.255.6000.