Instructional Designer

Rosendin Electric, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership

401 K

Annual bonus program

PTO and holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Plans

Charitable Giving Match

Job summary

Rosendin Electric, Inc. is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to design and deliver training programs for diverse audiences within our electrical contracting environment.

You will assess needs, develop curricula, and collaborate with SMEs to create effective learning solutions. You'll work with cross-functional teams on projects of moderate scope, guiding associate designers and ensuring training impact aligns with business goals.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience
• Understanding of electrical construction and contracting
• Strong technical acuity and comfort in curating content from various sources
• Creativity to engage diverse audiences across business areas
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Experience in developing and implementing training programs is preferred
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops training programs, curriculum, methods, and materials for various audiences
• Develops curricula supporting defined competency models or skill frameworks
• Consults with subject matter experts to define learning objectives and design course content
• Writes and edits outlines, syllabus, lecture notes, and materials for courses and self-study
• Evaluates software or collaboration tools for training selection
• Establishes metrics to evaluate training effectiveness
• May collaborate with vendors that provide training materials
• May coach trainers
• Typically reports to a manager
• Gains exposure to complex tasks and may specialize over time
• Affects projects with autonomy and mentorship to Associate Instructional Designers

Skills

Instructional design

Content curation

Training needs analysis

Time management

Organizational skills

Confidential information handling

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

2-4 years related experience

Union experience helpful

Tools

SME collaboration

Job description

Job type: Full Time

Resume required: Yes

Posted date: 2026-11-02

Full job description:

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

Why Rosendin?

Committed. Innovative. Engaged.

If you're looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder!

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:

• The Instructional Designer conducts skill assessments and collects input to identify training or development needs, goals, gaps, and requirements. This is an intermediate level employee development role that has a more developed understanding of the business needs and/or increased subject matter expertise.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Designs and develops training programs, curriculum, methods, and materials for various audiences, including employees, managers, customers, or other learners.

• Develops curricula supporting defined competency models or skill frameworks.

• Consults with subject matter experts to define learning objectives and to design appropriate course content and training curriculum.

• Writes and edits outlines, syllabus, lecture notes, and materials for in-person or online courses and self-study programs.

• Evaluates the software or collaboration tools to be selected for training.

• Establishes metrics to use to evaluate training effectiveness.

• May collaborate with vendors that provide training materials or conduct training.

• May coach trainers.

• Typically reports to a manager.

• Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.

• Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function.

• Over time may specialize in a particular subject, training program, or function of the company.

• Works on projects and/or matters of moderate complexity in a support role.

• Although work is managed an Instructional Designer works with some autonomy.

• Will provide guidance to Associate Instructional Designers

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience (ideally as an Associate Instructional Designer).

• Understanding of electrical construction and contracting

• Strong technical acuity and comfort in curating content from various sources

• Creativity to develop content to engage various audiences and across several business areas

• Ability to handle confidential information

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills

• Ability to analyze business and training needs for improvement

• Experience in developing and implementing training programs is preferred

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

• Generally requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent working experience

• Requires 2-4 years of related experience

• Union experience helpful

• Expected to be actively pursuing Instructional Design certification

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning

• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.

• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

YOU Matter - Our Benefits

• ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership

• 401 K

• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement

• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance

• Disability Income Protection Insurance

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)

• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Pay Range

$85,200.00-$111,900.00 Annual

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate's pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job reference: JR107172