Job Description
Sr Course Developer/Instructional Designer
On-site Flex: 3 days in office/2 remote in Fremont, CA (there is no relocation available .Local candidates only)
This position is task-based course development/training and looking for background in performance-based equipment training.
Technical Docs/Procedures will be provided to the candidate to then translate into course work/curricula for the technicians.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop comprehensive courses on various semiconductor industry topics , including semiconductor manufacturing, process technology, device physics, and emerging trends.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather and verify course content.
- Utilize instructional design principles to create engaging and interactive training modules, including e-learning, instructor-led training, and blended learning formats.
- Develop assessment tools to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and learner comprehension.
- Continuously update and improve course content to reflect the latest industry advancements and best practices.
- Provide guidance and support to instructors and facilitators on course delivery and implementation.
- Conduct pilot testing and gather feedback to refine course materials.
- Stay current with trends and advancements in semiconductor technology and educational methodologies.
Additional Responsibilities and Expectations:
- Translate employee technical training and development needs into engaging courses.
- Select appropriate instructional methods, define time frames, and prepare training materials in physical and digital formats.
- Conduct skills gap analyses.
- Design detailed educational curricula, including dates, topics, and hours required per course.
- Create engaging training course content (videos, quizzes, activities).
- Set learning objectives for each course and determine evaluation criteria.
- Organize physical and digital resources for instructors and trainees.
- Provide training manuals and follow up with trainees and instructors after each course to collect feedback.
- Research and recommend modern educational methods (e.g., gamification).
- Ensure on-time delivery of projects and manage tasks/projects effectively.
- Design and create hardware certifications.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred in Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Technology, Education, or a related field.
- Proven experience in instructional design and course development, preferably within the semiconductor industry.
- Strong understanding of semiconductor processes, technologies, and industry standards, with a technical focus.
- Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360 - STORYLINE is a must have , Adobe Captivate) and learning management systems (LMS).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and concise learning materials.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality educational content.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with multimedia production and editing tools.
- 5+ years in training and/or course development.
- Familiarity with instructional design models such as ADDIE, SAM, or PBET.
- Previous experience in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
Mandatory Skills:
- Proficiency with Microsoft PPT, Excel, and Word. (PowerPoint and excel should be highly proficiency).
- Proven experience in instructional design and course development, preferably within the semiconductor industry.
- Effective communication and fluent Technical English.
- Ability to write clear instructional copy.
Desirable Skills:
- Photo editing, animation creation, Visio, video editing.
- Experience with Learning Management Software (LMS) (e.g., Cornerstone, SuccessFactors).
- Presentation skills, Articulate Storyline , audio editing.
- Adobe FrameMaker, storyboard creation.
Job Tags
Traineeship, Local area, Remote job, Relocation, Flexible hours,