Power Systems Automation Instructor

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About Siemens Electrification & Automation (EA)

We deliver world-class power distribution, medium- and low-voltage switchgear, protection, and automation solutions that help modernize electrical grids through IoT, digitalization, and innovative products. Our Power Academy—part of a state-of-the-art Customer Experience Center—is a hub for practical, industry-leading training delivered by experts.

Transform the everyday with us.

We are looking for a Power Systems Automation Instructor. This position will be based in Wendell, NC.

As a Power Systems Automation Instructor with Siemens Power Academy, you will improve system performance by delivering practical, hands-on training for engineers and technicians to design, configure, test, and maintain automation and microgrid systems, enabling safe and efficient deployment. This role combines deep technical expertise with instruction, lab development, and customer engagement, playing a direct role in improving grid reliability and deployment outcomes. Training is primarily delivered at the Power Academy, with occasional customer-site and virtual sessions.

You’ll make a difference by:

• Delivering instructor-led and hands-on lab training on substation automation, telecontrol, communications networks, Siemens SICAM automation solutions, and microgrid applications
• Designing, developing, and maintaining modular courseware including slides, labs, simulations, job aids, and assessments for classroom, virtual, and blended learning environments
• Explaining automation architectures, control logic, and troubleshooting workflows so participants can confidently apply concepts during real-world commissioning and operations
• Collaborating cross-functionally with product lifecycle, engineering, services, and sales teams to ensure training aligns with product updates and customer needs
• Adapting training to customer requirements by tailoring content for different roles and experience levels while keeping sessions practical and applied
• Reviewing participant feedback and training KPIs to continuously improve course quality, labs, and delivery methods
• Mentoring and preparing backup instructors or subject matter experts to support scalable training delivery

You’ll win us over with the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent industry experience
• 5+ years of experience with the following:
• Substation automation systems, SCADA, or telecontrol solutions
• RTU and/or PLC configuration, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting experience
• Industrial or substation networking and communications (such as Ethernet, IEC 61850 concepts, DNP3, Modbus, or OPC)
• Ability to read and explain control logic, functional diagrams, wiring/terminal drawings, and system architecture diagrams
• Understanding of Ethernet networking concepts and industrial/substation communications
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting automation, communications, and configuration issues
• Ability to travel up to 5–10% for onsite or customer training
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering technical training or mentoring engineers, technicians, or operators
• Field experience with commissioning, site testing, or troubleshooting of automation systems
• Exposure to microgrid control systems, distributed energy resources, or power automation applications
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity practices in industrial control systems (e.g., IEC 62443, NERC CIP)
• Familiarity with Siemens automation platforms or similar industry solutions
• Experience developing hands-on labs, simulations, or technical learning materials
• Knowledge of IEEE standards or industry regulations related to power protection and distribution