Automation And Controls Instructor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Wartsila is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we - Wartsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wartsila's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. 

We are now looking for an Instructor - Technical Training (Energy & Marine) in Fort Lauderdale, US to join our team working for a better future.
 

What will you be doing?
 

As an Instructor, you will actively participate in the delivery, coordination, and execution of technical training activities for both internal personnel and external customers. The role is handson and operational, combining classroom instruction, practical training, and onsite or onboard delivery, ensuring highquality learning experiences aligned with Wartsila standards, safety requirements, and customer expectations.

You will be responsible for delivering training independently when required, supporting multiple training centers across the region, and contributing technical expertise in areas such as mechanical, electrical & automation, controls, and operations for energy and marine applications. The role requires strong communication and pedagogical skills, the ability to explain complex technical topics in an educative and supportive manner, and the flexibility to operate in a hybrid environment including training centers, customer sites, vessels, and virtual platforms.

Responsibilities:
 

• Actively deliver and coordinate daytoday technical training activities for internal Field Service personnel and external customers.
• Execute standard training programs in training centers, customer sites, and onboard vessels, ensuring compliance with Wartsila safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Develop, administer, implement, and maintain technical training materials, training equipment, and assessment tools.
• Deliver training independently without backup when required, ensuring continuity of training operations.
• Provide technical support to internal and external customers related to training content and operational topics.
• Explain technical concepts in a clear, engaging, and pedagogical way, supporting knowledge transfer and skill development.
• Ensure training delivery meets customer expectations and aligns with budgeted and margin targets.
• Participate in technical projects where field experience and operational knowledge are required.
• Support crossregional training activities, including collaboration with instructors in the Americas region.
• Perform additional tasks and assignments designated by the direct manager.

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

• A strong technical background in Field Service operations within the energy and/or marine industry.
• Handson experience with power plants, engines, mechanical systems, and/or electrical & automation systems.
• The ability to confidently deliver training in front of groups, including facetoface customer interactions.
• A proactive, convincing, and initiativedriven mindset with strong communication skills.
• Comfort working in a hybrid role, combining classroom, onsite, onboard, and virtual training environments.
• Willingness to travel extensively and support training activities across the region.
• High commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work across functions and cultures.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Works alone and with others.
• Facetoface and verbal contact with others.
• Indoor and outdoor environments.
• Training centers, customer sites, power plants, and vessels.
• Exposure to extreme heat and cold.
• Noise and vibration.
• Mechanical equipment and moving objects.
• Pressurized systems.
• High places.
• Fumes, odors, dust, and hazardous materials.

Travel Requirements:
 

This position requires approximately 30-40% travel, including domestic travel within the United States, Canada, Mexico, Panama, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and occasional regional travel within the Americas. Training assignments may include extended periods away from the primary work location.

Successful applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen, national, or an alien admitted as a permanent resident, refugee, or asylee with valid work authorization, or a temporary resident.

Individuals holding or requiring sponsorship for temporary visas such as E, F1, H1, H1B, H2, L, B, J, or TN, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Last application date: 05/06/2026

At Wartsila we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their jobrelevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wartsila policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wartsila

Wartsila is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.

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