Position Overview
We are seeking a Technical Course Developer who will be both strategic in curriculum development as well as hands-on in technical aptitude.
Technical Training Developers are responsible for the development of materials in a fast-paced agile environment.
These deliverables include:
- Self-Paced e-learning
- Modular e-learning
- In- Person Instructor Led Training
- Virtual Instructor Led Training
As a developer you will play a crucial role in ensuring our dealers, customers, and employees receive high-quality training on our company's entire vehicle lineup which includes medium-duty trucks, heavy duty trucks, severe service trucks, school bus, electric vehicles (EV), diesel engines, integrated powertrains, tools, and services. You will design, develop, and deliver engaging and effective training materials, catering to diverse technical skill levels and learning styles. Your expertise in instructional design and technical knowledge will be instrumental in bridging the gap between engineering product development and the end user.
Responsibilities
Curriculum Design and Development
- Analyze customer needs and feedback to identify training requirements.
- Design comprehensive course road maps, incorporating a variety of learning activities.
- Develop engaging and informative course modules, workbooks, and other training materials.
- Integrate multimedia elements such as videos, animations, and simulations.
- Ensure content accuracy and alignment with product specifications.
Technical Expertise
- Collaborate with engineers and subject matter experts to understand product features and functionalities.
- Independent research of new technologies, on-vehicle validation, and lab creation.
- Translate technical language into clear and concise learning materials.
- Stay up to date on the latest technical developments and industry trends.
Instructional Design Principles:
- Apply adult learning principles and best practices to ensure effective knowledge retention.
- Tailor content to different learning styles and skill levels.
- Design assessments to measure learner progress and course effectiveness.
Collaboration and Communication
- Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and graphic designers.
- Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Provide progress updates and maintain clear documentation.
- Ability to effectively multitask, prioritize tasks, and manage ones time.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of technical training curriculum development and/or automotive or Heavy Duty industry experience
OR
- Master's degree and at least 1 year of technical training curriculum development and/or automotive or Heavy Duty industry experience
OR
- At least 5 years of technical training curriculum development and/or automotive or Heavy Duty industry experience
Additional Requirements
- Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)
Desired Skills
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
- Proven ability to write clear, concise, and engaging technical content.
- Experience with eLearning development tools and platforms, including Articulate Storyline and Adobe Cloud software.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
- Passion for technology and a desire to translate complex information into clear learning experiences
- Previous automotive/dealership hands-on experience
- Project management experience
