Instructional Designer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL); Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) options

Top-tier medical insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to design, develop, and deliver innovative learning solutions that empower employees in their current and future roles.

You will collaborate with subject matter experts and instructors to create engaging materials, including e-learning modules, videos, and live instruction support, while applying modern instructional design methodologies to maximize retention and impact.

Qualifications

• Experience designing instructional materials using instructional design methodologies.
• Ability to outline, storyboard, and deliver engaging training content including e-learning modules and videos.
• Skill in incorporating multimedia elements to enhance learner engagement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify learning needs and objectives.
• Outline, storyboard, and deliver instructional materials including e-learning modules and training videos.
• Incorporate feedback to improve content and apply instructional design best practices.
• Adapt content for relevance and effectiveness across live and digital formats.
• Assess learning outcomes and iterate to maximize engagement and knowledge retention.

Skills

Instructional design

Storyboarding

Multimedia design

Collaboration

Job description

SEL in-house Learning and Development Department seeks an experienced full-time Instructional Designer to help design, develop, and deliver innovative learning solutions that empower our employees to thrive in their current and future roles.

As a member of the team, you’ll collaborate closely with subject matter experts, instructors, and other team members to create engaging training materials that align with our company’s goals and objectives. These materials could include printable items, digital training modules, microlearning materials, animations, videos, infographics, materials to support live instruction through in-person or virtual training, and other activities.

As an Instructional Designer, a typical day might include the following:

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify learning needs and objectives.

• Outline, storyboard, and deliver engaging instructional materials, including e-learning modules, training videos, interactive modules, and more.

• Utilize feedback from our stakeholders, learners, and leaders to improve learning content.

• Apply instructional design methodologies to create learner-centric content that maximizes engagement and knowledge retention.

• Incorporate multimedia elements, graphics, and interactive components to enhance learning experiences.

• Adapt and repurpose existing content to ensure relevance and effectiveness.

• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in instructional design and incorporate them into our training programs.

• Conduct assessments and evaluations to measure the effectiveness of training materials and make necessary improvements.

• Provide guidance and support to subject matter experts and instructors during the implementation of learning programs.

This job might be for you if:

• You are energized by the chance to make a meaningful impact on employee development and organizational success for a global company.

• You are seeking a collaborative work environment that values creativity and innovation.

• You are interested in a career that involves sharing your expertise with others and utilizing technology to enhance your own technical skills and expertise.

• Enjoy creating visually appealing graphics that communicate complex concepts in simple and engaging ways.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

The pay range for an Instructional Designer is $76,000 - $112,000. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.