Instructional Designer

On-site Flex: 3 days in office/2 remote

This position is task-based course development/training.

A good thing to ask is if the candidate has performance-based equipment training

(this is a SEMI Standard) if they know what this is great if not we can train them.

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.
• 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:

• Bachelors 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. (Technical writer is a parallel path but course development is key
• Strong understanding of semiconductor processes technologies and industry standards with a technical focus or demonstrated capacity to learn hardware. Examples: DIY projects on homes cars computers
• 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. Attention to detail is imperative.

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.
• Proficiency with any e-learning authoring tools (e.g. Articulate 360 - STORYLINE Adobe Captivate) and learning management systems (LMS)

Mandatory Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft PPT Excel and Word. (PowerPoint and excel should be highly proficiency).
• 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.
• Project Management Skills and storyboard creation. The developer is expected to manage their projects the SMEs and is accountable to get things done on time.