Instructional Systems Designer

We are seeking a hands-on Instructional Designer to support training in a fast-paced, safety-critical automotive environment. This role blends instructional design, LMS administration, content development, and learning analytics, with a strong focus on execution.

This is an execution-focused design role for someone who can rapidly translate evolving business needs into effective, learner-centered experiences. The ideal candidate is comfortable designing within ambiguity, iterating quickly, and working directly with stakeholders to build and refine training in real time.

You will play a key role in designing, updating, and deploying training that supports process-driven, SOP-heavy operations, while ensuring learning solutions are clear, engaging, and aligned to real-world application.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Design & Content Development

• Design and develop effective learning experiences for Vehicle Testing operations, focused on clarity, retention, and real-world application
• Translate technical, SOP-driven content into structured, learner-friendly training materials
• Build and update eLearning in Articulate Rise, incorporating interactions, visuals, and engagement strategies
• Apply instructional design principles (e.g., chunking, reinforcement, assessment alignment) to improve training effectiveness
• Rapidly revise and iterate training content based on changing processes, feedback, and operational needs

Assessment & Learning Effectiveness

• Design and develop quizzes, assessments, and answer keys aligned to learning objectives
• Ensure assessments accurately measure knowledge transfer and operational readiness
• Continuously refine learning materials based on performance data and feedback

LMS Administration & Learning Deployment

• Administer and maintain training content within Cornerstone LMS, including uploads and configuration
• Manage end-to-end learning deployment, from content creation to LMS publishing
• Ensure training is accessible, organized, and properly tracked within the LMS

Reporting & Learning Analytics

• Pull and analyze LMS data (completions, learner progress, performance metrics)
• Translate data into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders
• Support recurring reporting cadences, including weekly and twice-weekly updates
• Use data to inform continuous improvement of training effectiveness

Training Operations Support

• Support the broader training lifecycle, including documentation, file management, and coordination
• Partner with stakeholders to identify learning needs and deliver solutions under tight timelines
• Operate effectively in a high-visibility, agile environment with shifting priorities

Required Qualifications

• Experience in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, or a related field
• Hands-on experience developing eLearning using Articulate Rise
• Experience designing assessments aligned to learning objectives
• Experience working with an LMS (Cornerstone preferred)
• Ability to translate technical or complex content into clear, learner-friendly training
• Experience analyzing and communicating learning data and outcomes
• Strong organizational and execution skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Ability to manage rapid iteration, shifting priorities, and compressed timelines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in technical or SOP-driven training environments
• Experience in automotive or engineering
• Technical writing experience
• Experience maintaining and improving existing curriculum vs. building net new
• Familiarity with safety-critical training environments
• Bachelor''s degree in Instructional Systems Design or a related field (e.g., Instructional Design, Instructional Technology) is required.
• Solid understanding of instructional design principles and excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively, and a track record of successfully overcoming challenges.
• Experience with digital learning platforms, instructor-led training, eLearning development, and content development is preferred.
• Proficiency in rapid development content tools such as Captivate, Articulate, or Lectora is an asset.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and resolve problems efficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas and concepts effectively.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.
• Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and instructional design trends.
• Perform comprehensive needs, job, audience, and task analyses to determine training requirements.
• Engage with client stakeholders and SMEs to gather essential information and provide valuable feedback throughout the project.
• Conduct independent research to anticipate business needs and validate findings with account teams and clients.
• Facilitate and actively participate in meetings to gather information for learning design and development.
• Design and develop learning resources in various formats, including print, graphics, audio, video, and animation.
• Create engaging instructor-led training using multimedia products and innovative training methods.
• Design interactive web-based training modules with exercises, videos, and animations.
• Utilize creative writing skills to develop video scripts, scenarios, and case studies that enhance the learning process.
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, ensuring efficient project management.
• Stay updated with the latest instructional design technologies and strategies, and explore AI tools for enhanced design and content creation.
• Perform comprehensive needs, job, audience, and task analyses to determine training requirements.
• Engage with client stakeholders and SMEs to gather essential information and provide valuable feedback throughout the project.
• Conduct independent research to anticipate business needs and validate findings with account teams and clients.
• Facilitate and actively participate in meetings to gather information for learning design and development.
• Design and develop learning resources in various formats, including print, graphics, audio, video, and animation.
• Create engaging instructor-led training using multimedia products and innovative training methods.
• Design interactive web-based training modules with exercises, videos, and animations.
• Utilize creative writing skills to develop video scripts, scenarios, and case studies that enhance the learning process.
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, ensuring efficient project management.
• Stay updated with the latest instructional design technologies and strategies, and explore AI tools for enhanced design and content creation.