Technical Training and Development Specialist

We’re seeking driven, curious people who bring energy to what they do and see challenges as opportunities to learn and improve. Our team of co-owners values enthusiasm, creativity, and a growth mindset, and we’re committed to putting those qualities to work on solutions that matter. If you’re ready to grow and make an impact, we’d love to be on your team.

As a Technical Training and Development Specialist at AWC, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our customers and team members’ understanding of the products and technology we offer.  The successful candidate will be a dynamic, innovative, and resourceful individual, tasked with demonstrating and presenting technical knowledge that empowers our stakeholders for success.  Ideally you will have a strong background in industrial automation technologies and the ability to deliver comprehensive training programs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and comprehensive understanding, fostering growth and excellence within our organization and among our valued technology partners. This position can be based out of the Greater Metro areas of Atlanta, GA; Orlando, FL, or Jacksonville, FL.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Provide in-depth explanations within automation products such as PLCs, HMI, variable speed drives and related technologies 


• Conduct engaging and diverse training sessions, workshops, and webinars in various settings, catering to a wide range of audiences, including customers, colleagues, and AWC technology partners


• Create and actively promote captivating and interactive training materials, including presentations and hands-on labs and practical exercises to enhance the learning experience


• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and learning by actively adapting training content


• Develop post-training assessments to gauge learning outcomes and evaluate training effectiveness


• Continuously improve training content and delivery methods based on participant performance and industry updates


• Maintain training records, documentation and organize course material, ensuring all resources are available for training purposes


• Collaborate with sales team to analyze training needs and develop comprehensive training curricula

Skills you’ll need:

• Solid base level knowledge of PLCs, Programming software, Drives, Motion, HMI, Networking, SCADA, etc


• 2-Year Technical Degree (Engineering preferred) or 5 Years of hands-on technical experience


• Strong technical aptitude


• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to varied audiences.


• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite

Here’s what will set you apart:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering


• Experience with simulation software and virtual training environments


• Project management skills for coordinating training initiatives

Additional Requirements:

• Required Travel: This position requires an average of 35% travel to customer sites, training events, and internal meetings


• Customer Technical Support: Assist customers with technical support via phone, email, and chat to resolve issues and provide guidance on automation products and technologies

The Rewards:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


• 401(K) Match


• Competitive Pay


• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Package


• Employer Paid Life Insurance


• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay


• Career Development Opportunities

About AWC

As employee co-owners, we’re driven to do more than complete tasks; we build fulfilling careers by challenging assumptions and continually raising the bar. We embrace creative, innovative approaches to deepen our expertise and deliver real value to our customers.

We partner strategically with many of the world’s most recognized technology brands to help engineering, reliability, and maintenance teams solve complex problems. As experts in our partners’ technologies, we’re equipped to properly size, select, configure, and support the right solutions. Our goal is simple: combine caring, knowledgeable people with innovative technologies to help our customers succeed.

How We Win Together

We are committed to solving customer problems and welcome team members that want to be the trusted resource to those looking for a partner who out-knows, out-cares, and out-serves everyone else. Every day, we strive to deliver on our mission to empower people to make the greatest positive impact for the communities and families we serve together. Our Winning Together culture starts with a shared commitment to building an environment of inclusiveness, trust, and mutual respect. We know that when people like you are safe to pursue your passions, to learn, to serve, and to share in the rewards from our combined efforts, then we are winning together.