Technical Instructor

Posted:
12/19/2025, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Rueil-Malmaison, Ile-de-France, France ⋅ Ile-de-France, France

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
AI & Machine Learning

Workplace Type:
On-site

Job Description

The Role

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 Trilingual Technical Trainer (French / Italian / 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, Italian 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. 
  • Fluency in Italian is highly desirable.
  • Ability to relocate to Rueil-Malmaison (France) or nearby.
  • 2+ years of experience in technical training or a similar customer-facing technical role. 

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