Instructional Systems Designer

GP Strategies•Pinckney, MI

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

Design Training that Powers Innovation. Build Learning that Drives Technical Excellence. We’re looking for a creative, technically savvy Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) who loves transforming complex engineering and manufacturing concepts into engaging, effective learning experiences. In this role, you will design world‑class ILT, VILT, and eLearning content that supports automotive manufacturing equipment training and a variety of technical subject areas. If you thrive at the intersection of learning design, industrial technology, multimedia development, and client collaboration, this is the role where your expertise will shine. What You’ll Do Lead Instructional Strategy & Needs Analysis Conduct needs assessments, task analyses, and job analyses to identify performance gaps and define training requirements. Translate analysis into learning strategy, design documents, and solution recommendations. Consult directly with engineering, manufacturing, and technical SMEs to extract accurate content and ensure high-quality instructional outcomes. Participate in both virtual and onsite meetings to gather requirements and validate learning approaches. Design High-Impact Technical Learning Design Instructor-Led Training (ILT), Virtual ILT (VILT), and Web-Based Training (WBT) for technical and automotive manufacturing audiences. Create design documents, storyboards, scripts, architecture reviews, and curriculum maps. Write compelling, scenario-driven instructional content that simplifies complex mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing concepts. Develop structured curricula based on specific equipment, machinery, production processes, and job pathways. Create video-based work instructions and performance support materials. Develop Engaging Multimedia & eLearning Build modern, interactive eLearning using: Articulate Storyline Articulate Rise Vyond Captivate, Lectora (as applicable) Use Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, Audition, etc.) to enhance design quality. Create animations, graphics, videos, and visual assets that elevate the learner experience. Produce simulations, process walk-throughs, decision activities, and technical job aids. Create job pathways and technical skill progression materials. Manage Projects & Deliver Quality Maintain project plans, timelines, and deliverables; partner with Business Operations, project managers, and client leaders. Facilitate review cycles with SMEs and internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy and effectiveness. Conduct pilot sessions, usability tests, and content evaluations. Implement revisions based on learner feedback and performance data. Archive completed training and maintain structured documentation. Why This Role Matters You will design the learning solutions that help technicians, engineers, and manufacturing teams perform safely, efficiently, and confidently. Your work will directly support the equipment, processes, and technologies that keep major automotive plants running smoothly. If you want your instructional design work to have a real-world impact in a high-tech, fast‑moving environment, this is the role for you. GP Strategies Corporation is one of the world's leading talent transformation providers. By delivering award-winning learning and development solutions, we help organizations transform through their people and achieve meaningful change. GP Strategies has delivered our innovative consulting, learning services, and talent technology solutions to over 6,000 organizations globally. From our global experience working across thousands of projects and initiatives over the past 55 years, we've learned that relationships, business, work, innovation, strategy, and transformation are all about people. And, to put it simply, GP Strategies is about our people - an extensive global network of learning experts. Additional information can be found at www.gpstrategies.com. With more than 4000 employees in over 30 countries, diversity at GP Strategies is second nature! Beyond our locations, our culture focuses on performance and revolves around respect, fairness, and working collaboratively to achieve our goals. We support our People, no matter who they are or where they are from, because we all have valuable and unique perspectives and approaches. That's how great ideas are born, which enable us to work smarter. GP Strategies is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other federally protected class.

Requirements

Associate degree in Applied Science or Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Education, Engineering Technology, or related field.
5+ years of experience in instructional design, course development, or technical training development.
Demonstrated excellence in ILT, VILT, and WBT development.
Strong technical writing skills — able to break down complex manufacturing concepts clearly.
Proficiency with: Articulate Storyline & Rise, Vyond or Synthesia, Camtasia, Adobe Creative Suite
Experience creating technical training, video-based instructions, or manufacturing-related content.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing training for automotive manufacturing, industrial systems, or engineering audiences.
Familiarity with project management practices and tools.
Ability to quickly learn new technologies, equipment, and technical concepts.
Ability to work cross-functionally and cross-culturally with engineering and operations teams.
Experience with LMS workflows (upload, testing, SCORM/xAPI).
Strong critical thinking, creativity, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct needs assessments, task analyses, and job analyses to identify performance gaps and define training requirements.
Translate analysis into learning strategy, design documents, and solution recommendations.
Consult directly with engineering, manufacturing, and technical SMEs to extract accurate content and ensure high-quality instructional outcomes.
Participate in both virtual and onsite meetings to gather requirements and validate learning approaches.
Design Instructor-Led Training (ILT), Virtual ILT (VILT), and Web-Based Training (WBT) for technical and automotive manufacturing audiences.
Create design documents, storyboards, scripts, architecture reviews, and curriculum maps.
Write compelling, scenario-driven instructional content that simplifies complex mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing concepts.
Develop structured curricula based on specific equipment, machinery, production processes, and job pathways.
Create video-based work instructions and performance support materials.
Build modern, interactive eLearning using Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, Vyond, Captivate, Lectora (as applicable)
Use Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, Audition, etc.) to enhance design quality.
Create animations, graphics, videos, and visual assets that elevate the learner experience.
Produce simulations, process walk-throughs, decision activities, and technical job aids.
Create job pathways and technical skill progression materials.
Maintain project plans, timelines, and deliverables; partner with Business Operations, project managers, and client leaders.
Facilitate review cycles with SMEs and internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
Conduct pilot sessions, usability tests, and content evaluations.
Implement revisions based on learner feedback and performance data.
Archive completed training and maintain structured documentation.