Consultant Trainer – Mechanical Engineering Job IRES
IRES
Job description
Engineering Jobs, IRES Jobs. Consultant Trainer – Mechanical Engineering facilitates practical mechanical systems and machinery training, requires a Mechanical Engineering Degree and 7+ years training experience. Full-time role in Nairobi.
Job Summary
IRES is seeking an experienced Consultant Trainer – Mechanical Engineering to deliver technical training, professional development programmes, workshops and mechanical engineering consultancy assignments.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and deliver technical training programmes in mechanical engineering.
- Develop training materials, presentations, case studies and practical exercises.
- Facilitate technical workshops and professional learning sessions.
- Translate technical concepts and industry practices into practical learning.
- Provide technical input into training proposals, curricula and consultancy assignments.
- Provide technical advisory and subject-matter expertise on mechanical engineering assignments.
- Keep training content current with relevant technologies, standards and industry practices.
- Assess participant learning and provide constructive feedback.
Minimum Qualifications and Professional Experience
- Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience.
- Relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical and Production Engineering.
- Relevant Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field is an advantage.
- Registered and licensed by the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).
- Current membership of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK).
- Relevant professional certification in the consultant’s area of specialisation, where applicable.
- Demonstrated experience in professional training, facilitation, technical presentations or knowledge transfer.
Technical Competencies
- Mechanical engineering
- Plant and machinery
- Maintenance and reliability
- Manufacturing systems
- Mechanical systems
- HVAC and related mechanical systems
Training & Facilitation Experience
- Experience delivering professional or technical training.
- Experience facilitating workshops, seminars or professional learning sessions.
- Ability to develop training materials and practical learning activities.
- Training of Trainers (ToT) certification is an advantage.
Key Skills and Attributes
- Strong technical and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
- Ability to simplify complex technical concepts.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Professional integrity and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently as a consultant.
Consultancy Role Focus
- Technical training, mechanical engineering, plant and machinery, maintenance, manufacturing and related consultancy assignments, including technical advisory and capacity-building support.
Mode of Engagement
- The Consultant Trainer will be engaged on a need basis for specific training and consultancy assignments. The scope, duration, deliverables and professional fees will be agreed before each engagement.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an updated CV, cover letter, copies of relevant academic certificates, EBK registration and practising licence, IEK membership evidence and relevant professional certification documents.
Applications should be submitted in PDF format to trainingjobs@indepthresearch.co.ke by 15th October 2026.
Email Subject: Consultant Trainer – Mechanical Engineering
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.