Instructional Designer

Jobtailor; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a dedicated Instructional Designer to develop and manage comprehensive training programs and documentation within a manufacturing/engineering environment. You will craft SCORM-compliant content, align with engineering standards, and drive learning initiatives using Percipio.

Collaboration with SMEs is essential to define objectives and outcomes. The role requires strong project management, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to produce multimedia

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design or related field.
• Experience designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating instructor-led, virtual, blended, and e-learning training programs.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, needs assessment, learning objectives development, and training evaluation practices.
• Experience with LMS including course development, deployment, reporting, and content management.
• Experience creating SCORM-compliant e-learning content using iSpring Suite or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve training content and process documentation.
• Enable employees to understand engineering standards, follow standardized workflows, and perform job duties.
• Independently manage instructional design, training, and process documentation projects from planning through completion.
• Develop engaging learning activities and content addressing identified training needs.
• Deploy training courses through Percipio.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify training needs and learning objectives.
• Create learning materials and media, including audio, video, simulations, graphics, and interactive activities.
• Develop SCORM-based courses for Percipio LMS deployment.
• Apply instructional design theories, adult learning principles, and evaluation practices.
• Promote accountability, collaboration, and effective communication across teams.

Skills

Instructional Design

Training Needs Analysis

SCORM Compliance

Learning Management Systems

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's in Instructional Design

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Percipio

ISpring Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Develop, maintain, and improve training content and process documentation
• Enable employees to understand engineering standards, follow standardized workflows, and consistently perform job duties
• Independently manage instructional design, training, and process documentation projects from planning through completion
• Develop engaging learning activities and course content addressing identified training needs
• Develop, implement, and maintain process and project documentation standards
• Create and maintain training courses and process documentation libraries
• Deploy training courses through Percipio
• Document and support the Engineering Change Notice process across multiple departments
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify training needs, establish learning objectives, validate technical content, and ensure alignment with current processes and standards
• Create learning materials and media, including audio, video, simulations, graphics, and interactive activities
• Develop and adapt SCORM-based courses for deployment through the Percipio LMS
• Apply instructional design theories, adult learning principles, methodologies, and evaluation practices
• Develop exercises, activities, assessments, and practice opportunities to reinforce learning and support job performance
• Promote accountability, collaboration, and positive communication across supported teams

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Educational Technology, Organizational Development, Technical Communication, or a related field required
• Experience designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating instructor-led, virtual, blended, and e-learning training programs
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, needs assessment, learning objectives development, and training evaluation practices
• Experience conducting training needs analyses and collaborating with subject matter experts
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS), including course development, deployment, maintenance, reporting, and content management
• Experience creating SCORM-compliant e-learning content using iSpring Suite or similar course-authoring tools
• Proficiency in developing multimedia learning assets, including videos, graphics, simulations, job aids, presentations, and interactive learning activities
• Experience creating, managing, and maintaining process documentation, standard work instructions, and controlled document libraries
• Strong project management skills with the ability to independently manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines
• Exceptional written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, facilitation, and relationship-building skills
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, professional journals, and blueprints
• Ability to write reports and documentation
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, customers, and other employees
• Ability to work with probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions
• Master's degree preferred
• Experience with Percipio or similar LMS platforms preferred
• Experience working in manufacturing, engineering, technical, or industrial environments preferred
• Familiarity with engineering documentation and change management processes preferred
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Tekla, Solid Edge, or other 3D CAD software is a plus

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in instructional design, including the development and implementation of engaging training programs and multimedia learning assets. Proficient in managing training projects, collaborating with subject matter experts, and utilizing Learning Management Systems to enhance employee performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Instructional Design
• Training Needs Analysis
• SCORM Compliance
• Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Project Management

Hard Skills

• Adult Learning Principles
• Course Development
• Multimedia Learning Assets
• Process Documentation
• Technical Communication
• ISpring Suite
• Microsoft Office
• Training Evaluation Practices
• Engineering Change Notice Process
• 3D CAD Software

Soft Skills

• Written Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Collaboration
• Problem-Solving
• Presentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design
• Master's Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Technical Environments
• Change Management
• Standard Work Instructions

Tools & Technologies

• Percipio
• Learning Management Systems
• Audio/Video Editing Software
• Graphics Software
• Simulation Tools