Learning and Development Specialist

SESI Consulting Engineers•Parsippany, NJ

18h•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Learning & Development Specialist is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering a structured technical training curriculum for engineering services and related operational procedures. This role will collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, HR, Directors, and Partners to identify training needs and standardize learning across departments. The Specialist will create job aids, procedures, onboarding materials, and e-learning modules, while also facilitating training sessions and supporting ongoing employee development initiatives. This position requires a high degree of independence, instructional design expertise , and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment . Strategic Learning & Development Leadership : Design, build, and implement a structured technical training curriculum for engineering services and procedures. Collaborate with Operations, People Operations, and department leaders to identify training gaps and development needs. Support the firm’s initiative to standardize technical training across all engineering-related departments . Evaluate and recommend training strategies, technologies, and methodologies. T raining Design, Development & Delivery : Develop training materials including job aids, SOPs, onboarding guides, e-learning modules, and assessments. P artner with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and relevancy. Facilitate instructor-led training (in-person and virtual) for technical, systems, and procedural content. Manage the development and rollout of training for core platforms and engineering tools. Employee Development & Curriculum Management : Maintain and update all curriculum components to ensure alignment with operational changes and industry standards. Track participation, measure training effectiveness, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. Support employees’ ongoing development by providing coaching, learning pathways, and skill progression guidance. Learning and Training Development : Help manage the execution of learning and development programs for employees. Collaborate with teams to identify training needs and develop relevant programs. Assist in tracking training outcomes and measuring effectiveness. Support the onboarding process to ensure a seamless integration for new hires. C ross- Department Collaboration : Work with HR and leadership to enhance the onboarding experience for technical staff. Partner with leadership to ensure training supports operational goals and enhances workforce capability. Facilitate communication between departments to support a cohesive learning culture.

Requirements

Highly organized with great attention to detail.
Able to prioritize and manage time effectively.
Strong communication and people skills.
Must be comfortable in a fast paced , highly interactive environment.
Required to effectively collaborate with internal and external departments
Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, HR, Engineering, or related field.
Five years or more of experience in Learning & Development, preferably within a technical or engineering environment.
Experience designing curriculum, e-learning modules, and technical training programs.
Proficient with multiple software systems
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Strong computer skills including MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and proficient in Adobe Suite software, adaptable to new technologies etc. a must
Valid Driver’s License and possess reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and implement a structured technical training curriculum for engineering services and procedures.
Collaborate with Operations, People Operations, and department leaders to identify training gaps and development needs.
Support the firm’s initiative to standardize technical training across all engineering-related departments
Evaluate and recommend training strategies, technologies, and methodologies.
Develop training materials including job aids, SOPs, onboarding guides, e-learning modules, and assessments.
Partner with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and relevancy.
Facilitate instructor-led training (in-person and virtual) for technical, systems, and procedural content.
Manage the development and rollout of training for core platforms and engineering tools.
Maintain and update all curriculum components to ensure alignment with operational changes and industry standards.
Track participation, measure training effectiveness, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
Support employees’ ongoing development by providing coaching, learning pathways, and skill progression guidance.
Help manage the execution of learning and development programs for employees.
Collaborate with teams to identify training needs and develop relevant programs.
Assist in tracking training outcomes and measuring effectiveness.
Support the onboarding process to ensure a seamless integration for new hires.
Work with HR and leadership to enhance the onboarding experience for technical staff.
Partner with leadership to ensure training supports operational goals and enhances workforce capability.
Facilitate communication between departments to support a cohesive learning culture.