Technical Training Specialist - Automotive

About Us

Founded in 1936, Niterra North America, Inc. (Formally NGK Sparkplugs, Inc.), is the world leader in technology, innovation, and world-class quality in designing spark plugs and oxygen sensors. Today, that tradition continues as we transform our organization's business portfolio, expanding our core ceramic technologies, exploring capabilities beyond traditional areas, and challenging ourselves to develop solutions and services that use technologies to resolve social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.

About The Role

We're seeking an experienced Technical Training Instructor to join our dynamic Automotive training team. The ideal candidate will be a driven individual with a strong technical background in Automotive Technology or Engineering, including experience as a Master Technician, Mobile Diagnostician, and/or Technical Instructor . As a subject matter expert, you'll lead technical training sessions with our customers and clients. Your ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders, while maintaining a growth mindset, will be essential to our success.

Academic Skills/Knowledge/Experience

• Associate degree in Automotive Technology or Engineering is preferred; equivalent experience as a Master
• Technician, Mobile Diagnostician, and/or Technical Instructor will also be considered
• At least 5 years of experience in performing technical and/or diagnostic work in the automotive sector
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in leading technical training sessions in the automotive industry
• Expertise in electrical, programming, and drivability; experience in hybrid EV and engine management is a plus
• ASE Certification A6, A8, and L1 (or the ability to get L1 certification within the first year of employment) ASE
• Master Tech certification with L1 is preferred
• Excellent presentation, training, and interpersonal skills in working with automotive technicians and shop owners
• along with written and verbal communication skills in English. Spanish language skills are a plus
• Experience in conducting automotive research, answering technical questions, and explaining technical
• automotive systems
• Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams and/or outsourced technical editorial vendor partners for
• developing technical content
• Strong understanding of the different audience types within the automotive aftermarket industry
• Proficient in using a PC, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace, with strong skills in oscilloscope and scan
• tool data analysis. Experience with content development & analysis using in-cylinder or vacuum pressure
• transducers is a plus
• Ability to travel up to 60%; must have a valid passport, driver’s license, and acceptable driving record
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate verbally in English
• Ability to see and hear (correctable)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, bend and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to travel with public transportation
• Potential Hazards:
• Normal office hazards
  
  

Essential Duties

• Support the planning, organizing, and execution (both via webinars and in-person) of various aspects of
• Niterra’s product & technical training programs for USA & Canada.
• Continuously research and support the implementation of industry-leading training methods.
• Increase Niterra brand visibility by effectively conducting training sessions and visiting shops to gather
• feedback.
• Attend training expos, trade shows, and other industry events to support Niterra brands by providing
• technical tips and other benefits through our training program.
• Initiate and support the development of content for technical articles and videos for monthly newsletters
• and internal support projects.
• Develop in-house technical case studies using scope and scan tool data.
• Maintain detailed documentation of training classes conducted.
• Maintain cost-efficient procedures that are aligned with company policies while conducting training
• events in the field.
• Support OE and other aftermarket business units with “real-world” automotive expertise
  
  

Other Duties

• Perform all other job-related tasks as assigned
• The above listed functions are provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of
• different positions.
  
  

Supervisory Controls

• Technical Training Manager
  
  

Training

• On job training
• SAP
• External seminars
  
  

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Financial Security: Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match of up to 6%
• Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Work-Life Balance: Paid maternity and paternity leave
• And mu ch more!