Instructional Designer

Helix Electric•San Diego, CA

16d

About The Position

The Instructional Designer designs and develops learning experiences, including instructional materials, training courses, video training, and other multimedia. The role works with departments to identify what employees need to learn to perform their jobs successfully, then defines learning objectives, writes and structures content, creates learning activities and aids for face-to-face and virtual settings, and develops assessments to measure learning. The Instructional Designer partners with subject matter experts across business units to align learning with business objectives and relevant compliance requirements. The position conducts needs analyses, builds curriculum and instructional materials for online, blended, and in-person learning, and translates complex technical or operational concepts into clear learning materials. It manages instructional design projects from conception through delivery, creates and revises content, integrates learning technologies, collaborates with stakeholders, and evaluates program effectiveness to guide data-driven improvements. The role calls for adapting to a fast-paced, high-volume environment and balancing competing business priorities while meeting deadlines.

Requirements

Four-year college degree (BA or BS) or equivalent work experience.
At least 5 years of instructional design experience focused on digital and blended learning solutions.
Experience in instructor-led training (ILT), virtual learning, and e-learning.
Strong skills with e-learning authoring tools, including Articulate Storyline 360, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Camtasia.
Proven track record of leading and executing large-scale learning projects.
Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and virtual learning platforms.
Ability to balance competing priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, collaboration platforms, and learning design programs.
Proficiency in e-learning authoring software such as Articulate Storyline and Adobe Captivate, and knowledge of LMS and multimedia development software.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze training needs, identify solutions, and drive performance improvement.
Project management skills, including prioritizing tasks, managing resources, and meeting deadlines.
Ability to adapt and work proactively with new technologies, instructional design trends, and emerging methodologies.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct needs analyses to identify educational gaps, learning objectives, target audiences, and appropriate instructional strategies aligned with business objectives and performance goals.
Design curriculum frameworks and instructional materials for online, blended, and in-person learning, translating complex technical or operational concepts into clear content.
Lead instructional design projects from conception to completion, delivering on time, within scope and budget, and in alignment with educational goals and standards.
Develop, review, and revise educational content for accuracy, relevance, instructional goals, and learning outcomes.
Integrate appropriate learning technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance learning experiences and meet instructional goals.
Collaborate with subject matter experts, trainers, and other stakeholders to ensure materials meet learning outcomes and follow best practices.
Design and implement assessments to evaluate instructional program effectiveness and make data-driven improvements based on feedback and performance metrics.
Determine employee learning needs and develop learning objectives, content, activities, and aids for face-to-face and virtual interactions.