Talascend is currently seeking an E-Learning Technical/Manufacturing Instructional Systems Designer for a remote, contract opportunity with our client.
Overview
The Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) is responsible for the design, development, and delivery of end-user training materials across a variety of formats. This role supports technical, business, and soft skills training, with a strong emphasis on automotive and manufacturing environments.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop training using ADDIE and SAM methodologies.
- Deliver content across multiple formats: ILT, VILT, WBT, self-paced, video, podcasts, job aids, etc.
- Create instructor and participant guides, technical manuals, and visual aids.
- Partner with Learning Program Managers to develop training plans and materials.
- Work closely with SMEs to gather, validate, and coach on technical content.
- Support training setup, testing, and delivery in technical environments.
- Analyze training needs and align with business objectives.
- Develop assessments and evaluations to measure training effectiveness.
- Continuously improve courseware based on feedback and performance data.
- Assist with promotional materials and communication plans.
- Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design with an emphasis on Instructional Design Technology
- Five years of experience in course development, curriculum design, training, or e-learning, preferably in technical education
- Preferred: Master's Degree in Instructional Design/Technology, or closely related field of study
Requirements
- Expertise in training development for various delivery methodology: instructor led training, web-based training, job aids, virtual classroom training, and blended learning
- Exceptional communication skills working across global audiences and with all levels of management.
- Proficiency in the following tools and systems: Articulate, Captivate, Camtasia, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Suite: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering training for manufacturing, industrial, automotive, or technical operations audiences.
- Ability to quickly learn and accurately represent technical systems, equipment, and manufacturing processes in training materials.
- Proven experience working with cross-functional technical teams, including manufacturing engineering, quality, maintenance, IT, or operations.
- Strong ability to ask effective questions, challenge assumptions, and ensure technical accuracy even when working with highly specialized SMEs.
- Work portfolio with relevant ILT/WBT technical and soft skill samples demonstrating a deep understanding of the ADDIE and iterative design course development (SAM) models will be required for an interview.
- Occasional travel to assembly plants in MI.
Preferred Requirements
- Experience in the automotive industry or a strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes
- Experience creating sound training materials and communications plans using graphic art software, Adobe Creative Suite, Camtasia.
- Knowledge of Kirkpatrick, Learning Transfer Evaluation Model (LTEM).
Shift
Hybrid - Tues-Thurs in office. Mon/Fri remote. Preferred worktime between 7-5pm (EST).
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of this position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary; other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background check and drug screen may be required for this position.
If you are interested in other positions with Talascend, please visit our website at www.talascend.com.
Talascend is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran.
