Engineering Technical Training Manager in Manchester

At R&B Switchgear Group, we are an engineering‑led SME specialising in electrical switchgear and power engineering. Through the R&B Switchgear Academy, we believe technical excellence is built through hands‑on experience, strong engineering fundamentals, and continuous learning. We are seeking an Engineering Technical Training Manager to help lead and develop the R&B Switchgear Academy, delivering high‑quality theoretical and practical training across our LV, MV, and HV switchgear operations. This is a key role within the business, supporting engineers and apprentices from the workshop floor through to commissioning and project delivery, while ensuring the Academy remains recognised as a leading Electrical Switchgear & Power Engineering training provider.

This role has direct responsibility for developing and delivering technical training programmes, mentoring staff, and ensuring all training activities align with current safety requirements and evolving technologies.

Your new role

You will be responsible for designing and delivering structured, workshop‑led technical training across LV, MV, and HV switchgear manufacture, testing, commissioning, and fault‑finding. The role combines classroom‑based learning with practical demonstrations, hands‑on training, and direct technical support to engineering and project teams. Working closely with engineering, production, and project teams, you will ensure training aligns with current standards, safety requirements, and evolving technologies, while improving technical consistency and capability across the organisation. You will also play an active role in supporting the visibility and reputation of the R&B Switchgear Academy through external engagement, events, and industry activity.

Your responsibilities

• Conduct theoretical and practical training on LV, MV, and HV switchgear
• Clearly explain operating principles, protection schemes, and control logic
• Deliver in‑house training on manufacturing build standards, high‑value assembly processes, and quality checks
• Provide troubleshooting and fault‑analysis training based on real project experience
• Emphasise electrical safety, including arc‑flash awareness and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Ensure all training complies with IEC, IEEE, and relevant local standards
• Develop, update, and maintain training materials including presentations, manuals, assessments, and technical documentation
• Customise training programmes to suit project, product, and customer‑specific requirements
• Prepare and deliver practical exercises, demonstrations, and test scenarios
• Maintain training equipment, test rigs, and demonstration setups
• Provide ongoing technical clarification, mentoring, and support to internal teams
• Measure training effectiveness through competency assessments, feedback, and KPIs
• Contribute to the continued development and success of the R&B Switchgear Academy and internal talent pipeline
• Attend and support external events, awards ceremonies, college partnerships, and industry engagements to help maintain R&B’s position as a leading academy in electrical switchgear and power engineering
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, standards, and best practice in switchgear and power engineering

What you will get in return

This is a fantastic opportunity to influence technical capability across the business, shape the next generation of engineers, and play a central role in the growth and reputation of the R&B Switchgear Academy. You will work hands‑on with advanced switchgear technologies while representing R&B at industry events, awards, and education partnerships within a supportive, engineering‑focused environment. As a business we value our people, because it’s our people who set us apart. As a member of our team, you’ll receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Annual performance‑related bonus scheme and pay reviews
• Bespoke training and career development opportunities including professional qualifications and accreditation
• 9‑Day Fortnight
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Occupational Health Provider
• Company wellbeing workshops
• Access to mental health support and counselling
• Sick pay scheme for those days you need to rest and recover
• Auto‑enrolment personal pension scheme which is matched by the company
• Discretionary 2 week paid sick leave allowance after probation
• Social committee with calendar of regular social events – all paid for by the business
• Individual recognition and reward schemes including employee of the year celebration
• Free parking

Your skills and background

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role with strong hands‑on experience in switchgear systems and manufacturing build processes
• Strong technical knowledge of LV, MV, and HV switchgear
• Solid understanding of protection principles and protection relays
• Proven hands‑on troubleshooting and fault‑finding experience
• Experience with protection relays from manufacturers such as ABB, Siemens, Schneider, GE, or similar
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Word, and producing clear technical documentation
• Comfortable delivering training in workshop, classroom, and on‑site environments
• Strong organisational, planning, and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor others
• Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience working with an OEM or utility
• Previous experience delivering technical training or mentoring engineers
• Relevant certifications in switchgear, protection systems, or electrical safety
• Experience using testing equipment such as insulation resistance testing, breaker timing, and relay testing equipment

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower everyone. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.