Instructional Designers Technical Training Entry Level Hybrid Dallas TX or Atlanta GA

Job Description

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We are seeking talented Instructional Designers to join our Technical Academies team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for hands-on designing and developing engaging, effective learning experiences for instructor-led (IL), virtual instructor-led (VIL), and eLearning courses.

This role requires a creative and innovative approach to instructional design, with a focus on enhancing learner engagement and ensuring successful knowledge transfer.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to identify learning objectives and content requirements.
• Design and develop IL, VIL, and eLearning courses that meet organizational and learner needs.
• Create detailed instructional materials including lesson plans, facilitator guides, participant guides, and multimedia content.
• Develop assessments and evaluations to measure learner progress and course effectiveness.
• Apply instructional design theories and models to create engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Utilize a variety of instructional methods, including lectures, discussions, interactive activities, simulations, and multimedia content.
• Incorporate adult learning principles and best practices to enhance learner engagement and retention.
• Leverage learning management systems (LMS) and other technologies to deliver and manage eLearning and VIL courses.
• Develop interactive eLearning modules using authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia or similar.
• Ensure courses are accessible and compatible across various devices and platforms.
• Review and revise instructional materials to ensure accuracy, relevance, and alignment with learning objectives.
• Conduct pilot testing and gather feedback to make necessary improvements to course content and delivery methods.
• Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve instructional design practices.
• Manage multiple instructional design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality materials.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including SMEs, graphic designers, and developers, to achieve project goals.
• Maintain documentation and records of instructional design processes and course materials.
• Provide guidance and support to instructors and facilitators on course delivery and instructional techniques.
• Conduct train-the-trainer sessions to ensure effective implementation of IL and VIL courses.
• Offer technical support and troubleshooting assistance for eLearning platforms and tools.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, or a related field plus 0 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and / or education (AS degree plus at least 2 years of relevant experience OR High school diploma plus at least 4 years of relevant experience).
• Understanding of instructional design models, adult learning principles, and educational technology.
• Experience with eLearning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Camtasia, Adobe Captivate) and LMS platforms.
• Ability to work collaboratively virtually in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Internships in learning, development or instructional design a plus.
• Experience creating technical training; experience with engineering content a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Additional Information :

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available for this position, now or in the future.

About AECOM :

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.

S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.

Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families.

We also provide a robust global well-being program.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Remote working / work at home options are available for this role.