Training and Onboarding Specialist (Engineering Support)

Training and Onboarding Specialist (Engineering Support) Location Schenectady, New York Job type Contract/Temporary Salary $44.76/Hour Category Education, Human Resources, Training - Training / Development PDS Tech is assisting a key client recruiting for a Gas Power Engineering Learning & Operations Specialist opportunity in Schenectady, NY. This is an excellent opportunity to join a winning culture and support a world‑class engineering organization while making a direct impact on onboarding, learning operations, and early‑career development. If Gas Power Engineering Learning & Operations Specialist sounds like something you would be interested in, and you meet the qualifications listed below, apply now! Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Own and coordinate new hire onboarding readiness for Gas Power Engineering teams in Schenectady, with virtual support for other sites. Ensure Day 1 readiness, including systems access, communications, onboarding schedules, and training support. Provide end‑to‑end coordination for technical training sessions, seminars, and early‑career development events. Support the planning and execution of foundational technical learning experiences, including A‑Course and B‑Course learning events. Deliver standardized onboarding and professional skills training sessions. Facilitate onboarding sessions focused on company values, culture, and professional business etiquette. Educate new engineers on the importance of mentorship, internal networking, and productivity best practices. Develop and maintain standardized onboarding materials, training documentation, and operational processes. Reduce administrative burden on engineering leaders, instructors, and program owners through consistent, reliable operational support. Candidates must meet the following requirements to be considered: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Education, Human Resources, Business, or a related field. Experience in onboarding, learning operations, training coordination, or program management. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple programs and priorities simultaneously. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with comfort facilitating group sessions. Proven ability to work with technical or engineering audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting early‑career engineering programs. Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and corporate training platforms. Experience working in large, matrixed organizations. What's in this Gas Power Engineering Learning & Operations Specialist position for you? Pay rate: $44.76/hr

Schedule:

1st shift | Monday-Friday Weekly paycheck Dedicated Onboarding Specialist & Recruiter This Gas Power Engineering Learning & Operations Specialist role is being recruited for by one of our Centralized Delivery Teams and not your local Branch. For instant consideration for this position and other opportunities with PDS Tech in Schenectady, NY, apply today!

Pay Details:

$44.76 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.