Associate Instructional Designer

Description

In this position, you will help to maintain Sargent & Lundy’s existing training catalog by coordinating audits to validate course accuracy and revising course materials where appropriate. Materials could include Articulate Rise or Storyline courses, PowerPoint presentations, job aids, etc. You may also assist with developing supporting materials (job aids, handouts, etc.) for new training solutions. This position is focused on short-term/quick-turnaround assignments. 

The Associate Instructional Designer position reports to the Director of Learning & Organizational Change and works under the supervision of the Instructional Design Manager. The Training & Development group is positioned within Operations. 

Typical Activities Include: 

• Coordinating periodic audits with course owners and subject matter experts. 

• Working with course stakeholders to define a clear scope of revisions. 

• Implementing feedback from course stakeholders in a way that aligns with instructional design principles, team standards, and the course's existing tone and visual style.  

• Developing computer-generated audio using Descript software. 

• Developing materials to support instructor-led training courses, such as PowerPoint presentations and worksheets/handouts.   

• Developing job aids to help users navigate software and perform specific software tasks. 

• Collaborating with the Instructional Design team, including participating in team brainstorming and professional development activities, requesting and incorporating feedback on work-in-progress deliverables, providing feedback to teammates, etc.    

• Proofreading and functionality testing deliverables created by teammates. 

• Communicating project status to relevant stakeholders consistently throughout the project.    

While this is a remote position, occasional travel to the Chicago office is required. The Instructional Design team has at least one in-office day per quarter. You may also be asked to come in to attend specific meetings, as appropriate.   

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills and Experience 

• 2-4 years of professional experience as a Content Developer, Technical Writer/Editor, Instructional Designer, or similar position. 

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or relevant field. 

• Strong written communication skills.  

• Strong attention to detail. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills. 

• Ability to work with templates and adhere to style guidelines. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word.  

Valued But Not Required Skills and Experience 

• Proficiency in e-learning development software (Articulate 360 Rise and Storyline). 

• Proficiency in graphic design and/or video editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud). 

• Proficiency in Descript. 

• Experience working with highly technical, complex content.  

• Experience in the energy industry or another engineering domain. 

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

About This Business Unit

Our Instructional Design Team Vision: 

We strive to consistently produce learning experiences that are:  

• Relevant. Our products clearly and directly tie to the target audience’s role and current needs and/or to specific business objectives. Furthermore, we will consistently communicate the relevance and importance of our products to employees to result in the most meaningful, effective use of their time.  

• Empowering. Employees will walk away feeling confident in their ability to apply what they’ve learned and with a clear call to action.   

• Efficient. We value employees’ time. Our products will be concise, straightforward, and well-organized so employees can quickly get what they need. They’ll be easy to find and easy to navigate.  

• Engaging. Our products will utilize research-driven methods and industry best practices to keep employees engaged. This includes the use of meaningful visuals and learning activities that give employees a chance to apply what they’ve learned.   

Our team’s processes are based on the ADDIE model of instructional design. We strive to incorporate Human-Centered Design principles and methodologies in our processes when possible. 

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.