Intermediate Instructional Designer

By MacLean Engineering

Dead Line: April 30, 2022

• Write succinct, accurate instructional content for online training delivery.
• Keep eLearning solutions (new and revisions) up to date for accuracy and branding.
• Proactively assess and identify continuous improvements in course content, organization, and format.
• Work on multiple eLearning projects simultaneously at various stages of development.
• Escalate project issues in a timely manner to the appropriate internal stakeholders.
• Work with the department manager to develop and maintain meaningful departmental metrics, schedules, and workflows.
• Champion training and technical publications process improvement initiatives.
• Mentor team members in all areas of instructional design, writing standards, content reusability, and course maintenance.
• Work with management to select and maintain software tools used to create and manage world-class training materials.
• Be responsible for project management while leading training activities with internal stakeholders.
• Consult with internal clients, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to understand learning needs and define success measures.
• Maintain and incrementally improve existing training courses and materials.
• Support the launch of project implementations including tasks not found in a traditional Instructional Designer role (product photography, videography, etc.).
• Work with department management to develop and maintain online course catalog.

• College Diploma or University Degree is required.
• Adult Learning & Education or Psychology is preferred.

• Experience in technical writing is required.
• Experience in writing Operator’s and Maintenance Manuals is a definite asset.
• Experience with heavy manufacturing within a mining environment is an asset.
• Project Management experience is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with senior management is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience designing and managing the development of web-based or virtual learning-based training.
• Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) is required.
• Knowledge and application of adult learning theory, training needs analysis, instructional design, information design, training methodologies, learning technologies, and measurement strategies.
• Course Development software experience (e.g. Articulate Storyline, Captivate, Camtasia, or PowerPoint) or through a related LMS.
• Knowledge of emerging and progressive content design techniques and strategies is a definite asset.
• Willingness and ability to travel regionally and nationally is required.
• Experience with heavy manufacturing within a mining environment is an asset.

• HR Orientation
• HSE Orientation