Position Overview
We are seeking a technically minded Technical Curriculum Developer to support the design, development, and maintenance of scalable training solutions for skilled trades in Advanced Manufacturing.
This role is ideal for a technical translator—someone who can deconstruct complex engineering systems and rebuild them into structured, high-quality learning modules. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Electrical, Instrumentation, and PLC/Controls, while also being comfortable with Industrial Mechanical systems. This is not simply a writing role; it requires someone who understands how machines and facilities operate and how to teach others to operate and maintain them.
Content Design & Development – 70%
- Build interactive digital learning modules using Articulate 360 (Storyline/Rise) and Google Workspace, fully integrated into the Canvas LMS.
- Develop instructor manuals, detailed lesson plans, facilitation guides, and learner workbooks providing clear, step-by-step instructions for complex technical tasks.
- Create technical diagrams, videos, animations, and interactive demonstrations to help learners visualize complex processes such as electricity and fluid flow.
- Design hands-on laboratory exercises, diagnostic tests, and performance-based assessments for electrical and mechanical systems, including safety documentation.
- Translate technical competencies into modular, progressive skill-building sequences that move from foundational theory to advanced industrial troubleshooting.
Curriculum Maintenance & Feedback – 20%
- Synthesize feedback from learners, instructors, and field subject matter experts to identify pain points and drive curriculum improvements.
- Manage the update cycle for existing modules, including adding, updating, or removing content based on changing industry standards and market signals.
- Maintain version control and technical documentation for training materials to ensure consistency across programs.
Program Support & Collaboration – 10%
- Develop instructor onboarding materials and resource libraries, including technical reference sheets and troubleshooting guides.
- Assist with program descriptions and technical marketing materials for recruitment and external partnership engagement.
- Collaborate cross-functionally while also managing projects and tasks independently.
Technical & Industrial Expertise
- 1–3 years of technical instructional design experience.
- 1–3 years of experience working in or with electrical or electromechanical roles in industrial environments.
- Strong technical background with the ability to grasp and convey highly technical subject matter.
- Ability to communicate clearly in live digital conversations via platforms such as Zoom or in an in-person training environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrable understanding of electrical systems, instrumentation, and PLC logic and troubleshooting.
- Experience or strong technical familiarity with integrated mechanical systems, including:
- Industrial HVAC, chillers, and cooling towers
- VFD-controlled pumping systems
- Heat exchangers and hydronic piping loops
- Water treatment and filtration systems
- Industrial conveyor systems, sorters, and motor-driven rollers
- Diesel generators and automatic transfer switches (ATS)
- Basic pneumatic and hydraulic controls
- 1–3 years of experience working in or consulting for Advanced Manufacturing environments with skilled tradespersons.
Instructional Design & Technology
- 1–3 years of experience in instructional design or technical training content creation.
- Associate-level proficiency with Articulate 360.
- Associate-level proficiency with Canvas LMS.
- High proficiency with Google Workspace, including Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
- Exceptional written communication skills and the ability to simplify expert-level technical terminology into structured, teachable content.
- Understanding of industrial safety standards and regulatory requirements, such as OSHA and NFPA 70E.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certifications in maintenance-related disciplines such as Electrical, HVAC, or Industrial Safety.
- Experience with virtual labs, AR/VR simulations, or SCORM/xAPI content development.
- Familiarity with competency-based education (CBE) and national credentialing frameworks.
- Certifications such as:
- SACA Certified Industry 4.0 Associate or Specialist
- SMRP Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT)
- NIMS Industrial Maintenance modules
- OSHA 10 or 30 – General Industry
- NFPA 70E
- ATD Instructional Design or E-Learning Instructional Design Certificate
- Articulate Storyline 360/Rise 360 training or certification
- Canvas Certified Educator
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be:
Creative, inventive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative and flexible, with the ability to work cross-functionally and independently.
A lifelong learner who is comfortable learning new tools and technologies.
Data-driven and results-oriented.
An effective communicator with strong oral and written skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
Able to balance multiple projects and competing priorities.