About this role
Job Description Cognex is the global leader in machine vision, delivering innovative hardware and software solutions to the world's top manufacturers. We are looking for a skilled Bilingual Technical Trainer (French / English) to join our team. This role is based in Rueil-Mailmaison (France) and focuses on training delivery, technical expertise, and customer engagement.
Essential Functions
• Deliver engaging technical training sessions to customers and resellers in French and English, onsite, online, and at Cognex facilities. • Facilitate hands-on lab exercises, providing guidance and feedback to ensure participant success. • Customize and deliver presentations and training materials that simplify complex technical topics for diverse audiences. • Manage training logistics, including scheduling, travel arrangements, and coordination with clients or facilities. • Maintain and manage classroom hardware and software for effective training sessions. • Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) to register students, track progress, and generate completion certificates. • Provide input to improve training content, instructional delivery, and course workflows. • Contribute to content development, including creating videos and tutorials for self-guided learning. • Travel frequently (50% maximum) to customer facilities and regional Cognex offices for onsite training.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Strong technical background or technical degree preferred. • Proficiency with PCs, Microsoft 365 Suite, and basic networking knowledge. • Exceptional communication and public speaking skills, with the ability to explain complex topics in simple terms. • Experience managing schedules and travel independently, with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. • Knowledge of vision systems, cameras, and optics is a plus but not required. • Experience with Cognex products (e.g., DataMan, In-Sight, VisionPro) is a bonus but not mandatory.
Minimum education and work experience required
• Fluency in both French and English is required. • Ability to relocate to Rueil-Malmaison (France) or nearby. • 2+ years of experience in technical training or a similar customer-facing technical role.
Office address: Union Square, 1 rue de l’Union, 92500 Rueil-Malmaison, France
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