Technical Training Developer
Location: Woodridge, IL
Pay Rate: $38.46–$48.00/hour, depending on experience & skills
Type: W2 contract, possible conversion
Work Schedule: Onsite 4 days per week
**** We need candidates who have automotive, truck, or mechanical backgrounds in the Technical Training Development Space. ***
Position Overview
We are seeking Technical Training Developers with automotive, truck, mechanical, or heavy-industry backgrounds and experience in technical training development.
The ideal candidate will bring a combination of hands-on automotive/dealership experience, diagnostic technical training expertise, and experience developing technical learning materials and programs. This role will work closely with engineering and technical teams to translate complex product and diagnostic information into clear, effective learning experiences for technicians.
Technical Expertise
- Collaborate with engineers and subject matter experts to understand product features and functionalities.
- Conduct 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.
- Apply a strong understanding of diagnostics, troubleshooting, and maintenance processes.
Instructional Design
- Apply adult learning principles and best practices to ensure effective knowledge retention.
- Tailor content to different technician levels and roles within the dealership.
- Design assessments to measure learner progress and course effectiveness.
- Develop technical training programs and materials that support technician learning and development.
Collaboration & Communication
- Collaborate with R&D, Service Engineering, Method Engineering, Diagnostic Development, and Electronic Service Tools.
- Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Provide progress updates and maintain clear documentation.
- Effectively multitask, prioritize tasks, and manage time.
Must-Have Qualifications
- Previous automotive/dealership hands-on experience or relevant automotive/heavy-industry background.
- Diagnostic technical training experience.
- Experience developing and delivering technical training programs.
- Strong understanding of diagnostics, troubleshooting, and maintenance processes.
- Proven ability to write clear, concise, and engaging technical content.
- Experience with development tools and platforms, including Articulate Storyline, Adobe Creative Cloud software, Arbortext, Visio, and other 3D modeling software.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
- Project management experience.
- Passion for technology and a desire to translate complex information into clear learning experiences.
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