Learning and Instructional Design Specialist

Stadler; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Referral bonus

On-site cafeteria discounts

Job summary

Stadler US Inc. in Salt Lake City, Utah, is seeking a Learning and Instructional Design Specialist to design, implement and evaluate training programs that boost employee skills, performance, and engagement.

You will work with internal stakeholders to identify learning needs and develop targeted training solutions aligned with business goals. The role requires collaboration with HR and management, experience in e-learning and LMS, and the ability to deliver in-person, virtual, or hybrid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, adult education and development, organizational development, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in learning and development, instructional design, or related field.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (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

Needs assessments

Instructional design

Adult learning theories

Data analysis

Facilitation

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / education / organizational development

Tools

Articulate

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?

Learning and Instructional Design Specialist

• Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
• Full time
• Open-end

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.

Driven to lead

Achieve great things together

OUR PROMISE TO YOU

• A collaborative work environment with passionate, skilled teams
• The freedom and flexibility to bring your ideas to life and meet the expectations of your role
• A culture that recognizes and values your contributions
• The opportunity to work for a leading company that is shaping the future of global mobility every day

YOUR BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay (plus Profit Sharing potential)
• Low-cost, comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision / Rx plans
• 401(k) with employer match after 90 days
• Generous Paid Time Off / 9 Paid Holidays / Extended Paid Holiday (Dec. 25 - Jan 1)
• Paid training / Career development
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Referral bonus program
• Discounted meals at our on-site cafeteria

YOUR LOCATION

Join our team at Stadler's Division North America headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah.