Learning and Instructional Design Specialist

Stadler Rail AG; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stadler US Inc. is seeking a Learning and Instructional Design Specialist to design, implement, and evaluate training programs that enhance employee skills, performance, and engagement within the Human Resources team.

The role involves collaborating with internal stakeholders, developing targeted training solutions, and supporting organizational goals through effective employee development initiatives. You will deliver sessions in person, virtual, or hybrid and analyze outcomes to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, adult education and development, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in learning and development or instructional design.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate, Adobe Captivate) and LMS platforms.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze data and assess training effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department leaders to conduct needs assessments, using surveys, interviews, and performance data to identify skill gaps and training priorities.
• Design and customize training programs, including e-learning modules, workshops, and on-the-job training, aligned with organizational objectives.
• Develop engaging training materials, such as presentations, guides, videos, and interactive activities, adhering to instructional design principles.
• Deliver training sessions (in-person, virtual, or hybrid) using effective teaching methods to maximize participant engagement and knowledge retention.
• Measure training effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics, and implement data-driven improvements.
• Manage and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring content is current, accessible, and user-friendly.
• Partner with HR, management, and external vendors to ensure training initiatives support business goals and industry standards.

Skills

Facilitation

Presentation skills

Data analysis

Project management

Adult learning

Learning analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Articulate 360

Adobe Captivate

LMS platforms

Job description

Stadler offers a wide range of international career opportunities. Here you get the chance to expand your potential, take on meaningful responsibilities, and deliver outstanding performance within dedicated teams. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to shape the mobility of tomorrow with us. Are you ready to achieve great things with us?

HOW YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT

The Learning and Instructional Design Specialist is a key member of the Stadler US Inc. Human Resources team, responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating training programs to enhance employee skills, performance, and engagement. The Learning and Development Specialist will work closely with internal stakeholders and apply principles of employee development and instructions design by identifying learning needs, developing targeted training solutions, and supporting organizational goals through effective employee development initiatives.

Key Functions

• Collaborate with department leaders to conduct needs assessments, using surveys, interviews, and performance data to identify skill gaps and training priorities.
• Design and customize training programs, including e-learning modules, workshops, and on-the-job training, aligned with organizational objectives.
• Develop engaging training materials, such as presentations, guides, videos, and interactive activities, adhering to instructional design principles.
• Deliver training sessions (in-person, virtual, or hybrid) using effective teaching methods to maximize participant engagement and knowledge retention.
• Measure training effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics, and implement data-driven improvements.
• Manage and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring content is current, accessible, and user-friendly.
• Partner with HR, management, and external vendors to ensure training initiatives support business goals and industry standards.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, adult education and development, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in learning and development, instructional design, adult education or a related field.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate, Adobe Captivate) and LMS platforms.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze data and assess training effectiveness.

YOUR CONTACT PERSON

Jennifer Hood

Talent Acquisition Partner I

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