Instructional Designer, Training Curriculum Dev

Top Things Looking For

1. Experience developing instructor-led training for complex, hands-on skills in utilities or a related industry.
2. Skilled in instructional design methodologies and technical writing.
3. Demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills.

Contract Duration: 12 months, with potential to extend.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop instructor-led classroom training and on-the-job, field-based training for apprenticeships in the power generation utility industry.
• Perform detailed task analysis for hydro utility workers performing complex, high-risk, hands-on work.
• Create hands-on practice activities, student guides, facilitator guides, and scenario-based learning materials.
• Develop assessments, simulations, videos, and other instructional media to support applied skills development and job performance.
• Define learning objectives and course structures aligned with stakeholder needs, safety requirements, and remote learning environments.
• Work under the direction of the Senior Instructional Designer to apply company standards, guidelines, and templates.
• Participate in milestone meetings with subject matter experts, including task analysis, alpha, beta, train-the-trainer, and pilot sessions.
• Engage with subject matter experts for ongoing content review and validation.
• Be available during office hours, 8 AM to 5 PM PST, and attend in-person milestone meetings as required.

Required Skills

• 3+ years of experience developing instructor-led training for complex, hands-on skills, such as electrical utilities or related industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in instructional design, education, or a related field.
• Proficiency in instructional design methodologies and technical writing.
• Experience with PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to independently manage assigned tasks and deadlines to complete deliverables on time.
• Ability to work closely with the team and subject matter experts and proactively communicate concerns, issues, and risks.

Desired Skills

• Experience with hydroelectric operations, mechanical engineering, or machining.
• Master’s degree in instructional design, education, or a related field.
• Experience with QuestionMark and Author-it.
• Graphic design skills.
• Teaching experience.
• Previous PG&E Academy experience.

Location and Work Arrangement

• 80% remote work and 20% in-person meetings.
• Quarterly travel to PG&E locations, including the Sierra region, is required.
• Occasional overnight stays may be necessary to support client meetings and project milestones.
• Travel expenses will be reimbursed.