Instructional Designer, Training Curriculum Developer

the Client•Livermore, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Design and develop instructor-led and field-based training for apprenticeships in the Power Generation utility industry. The Instructional Designer works under the direction of the Senior Instructional Designer, applying company standards, guidelines, and templates while collaborating with subject matter experts throughout the instructional design lifecycle. The role includes detailed task analysis for hydro utility workers performing complex, high-risk, hands-on work, and development of learning materials that support applied skills and job performance. The position is hybrid, with approximately 80% of work performed from a home office and 20% in person for milestone meetings in Livermore. The schedule requires availability during office hours, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM PST. Quarterly travel to client locations, including the Sierra region, is required; occasional overnight stays may be necessary. Candidates must currently reside within the client's service territory and be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available. This is a 12-month contract paying $62–$66 per hour.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in instructional design or an education-related area of study.
At least 3 years of experience developing instructor-led training for complex, hands-on skills, such as electrical utilities or related industries.
Skilled in instructional design methodologies and technical writing.
Experience with PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams.
Ability to self-manage tasks and deadlines and complete deliverables on time.
Ability to work closely with teams and subject matter experts and proactively communicate concerns, issues, and risks.
Must be available during office hours, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM PST, and able to attend milestone meetings in person.
Must currently reside within the client's service territory.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in instructional design or an education-related area of study.
Experience with hydroelectric operations, mechanical engineering, or machining.
Experience with QuestionMark or Author-It.
Graphic design skills.
Teaching experience.
Previous client Academy experience.

Responsibilities

Design and develop classroom and field-based training for apprenticeships in the Power Generation utility industry.
Perform detailed task analysis for hydro utility workers performing complex, high-risk, hands-on work.
Create hands-on practice activities, student guides, facilitator guides, and scenario-based learning materials.
Develop assessments, simulations, videos, and other instructional media to support applied skills development and job performance.
Define learning objectives and course structure aligned with stakeholder needs and the constraints of safety requirements and remote learning environments.
Apply company standards, guidelines, and templates under the direction of the Senior Instructional Designer.
Participate in milestone meetings with subject matter experts, including task analysis, alpha, beta, train-the-trainer, and pilot meetings.
Engage with subject matter experts for ongoing content review and validation.
Self-manage assigned tasks and deadlines to complete deliverables on time.
Communicate concerns, issues, and risks proactively with the team and subject matter experts.