Technical Instructor – Design Services

Interstates•Sioux Center, IA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Technical Instructor for Design Services plays a key role in developing and growing VDC designers and drafters at Interstates. This position develops and delivers engaging training that builds technical skills, strengthens leadership capability, and brings Interstates’ standards and best practices to life through classroom, hands-on, virtual, and e-learning instruction. Working closely with project leaders, SMEs, and design teams, the instructor helps create impactful learning experiences that improve consistency, quality, and confidence across design services while keeping training aligned with business needs and evolving industry practices.

Requirements

Strong public speaking and group facilitation abilities
Ability to train adults and develop SMEs
Familiarity with instructional design and training delivery methods
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to write reports, manuals, and business correspondence
Comfort presenting to various audiences (managers, clients, general public)
Operational knowledge of databases and spreadsheets
Ability to interpret technical procedures, regulations, and instructions
Strong reasoning and problem-solving abilities
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
Positive professional demeanor and commitment to development

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Associate Degree in a relevant technical field (Electrical Construction, Automation, Manufacturing, Drafting, Safety) with 3–5 years of adult training experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience considered.

Responsibilities

Develop, administer, and continuously improve Interstates’ technical training programs
Identify, develop, and deploy technical training to meet personnel needs and certification requirements
Plan, direct, and facilitate training using various methods (classroom, hands-on, e-learning, simulators, workshops)
Prepare training materials and course agendas
Conduct presentations using a variety of training methods
Train and develop subject matter experts (SMEs) to assist in course facilitation
Create instructor materials (e.g., course outlines, instructional materials, training aids)
Continuously improve instructional delivery and presentation skills
Present subject matter relevant to the industry
Assist the Training Team in accordance with business needs and regulatory requirements