Immersive Training Manager

American Bureau of Shipping•Houston, TX

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Immersive Training Manager manages the development and stability of ABS' immersive learning environments, including Unreal and Unity-based gaming programs, learning management systems, and their associated assets. This position is responsible for managing either outsourced or internal designers and developers in their tasks of creating and delivering cutting-edge immersive training solutions. This is a hybrid role working out of our Global Headquarters in the Spring area of Greater Houston Tuesday - Thursday, while Mondays and Fridays are currently remote days.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
7+ years of experience in learning and development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Proven experience designing and delivering immersive training solutions, including VR, AR, and simulations.
Strong track record of managing cross-functional teams and delivering complex projects.
Deep understanding of immersive technologies and their application in training environments.
Proficiency in multiple programming languages, tools and platforms for immersive content creation (e.g., C++, C#, Unity, Unreal Engine, etc.)
Demonstrated understanding of computer graphics, animations, modeling development and use in immersive learning.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Exposure to and management of international teams.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and levels.
Problem solving mindset with the ability to quickly seek out solutions to complex technical challenges.

Nice To Haves

Experience in industries such as maritime, energy, or other high-risk sectors where immersive training is preferred.
Familiarity with compliance and safety training requirements.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple immersive training projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget to meet internal and client expectations.
Work with cross-functional teams; providing clear direction, set priorities, and ensure the team meets project deadlines and quality standards.
Allocate resources effectively, balancing team capacity with project demands.
Design and recommend strategies around development tools and processes; seek to find efficiencies in both internal and outsourced development.
Foster a strong technical, collaborative and innovative culture in a fast-paced commercially driven environment.
Establish engineering best practices and manage technical partnerships.
Act as primary technical support contact for internal and client users.
Work proactively with internal and technical teams to provide timely and effective responses.
Ensure training content is accurate, relevant, and tailored to the needs of the target audience.
Collaborate with facilitators, trainers, and operational teams to integrate immersive training solutions into existing programs.
Ensure seamless deployment of immersive technologies, including hardware setup, software integration, and user onboarding.
Monitor and address any technical or logistical challenges during implementation.
Develop metrics and evaluation frameworks to measure the effectiveness and efficiencies of internal and external teams.
Stay informed about emerging technologies and best practices to continuously enhance the team’s capabilities.