Instructional Designer/Sr Instructional Designer

PPL - Allentown, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Allentown, PA

1,001-5,000 employees

Utilities

About the position

The Instructional Designer/Sr Instructional Designer at PPL Corporation is responsible for creating and developing interactive learning solutions that enhance employee performance. This role involves collaborating with subject matter experts to design e-learning, instructor-led training, and blended solutions that address technical skills, compliance, and safety training. The position requires a strong understanding of instructional design principles and the ability to apply systematic approaches to training, ensuring that learning objectives are met effectively.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, develop, and produce learning solutions using various media including CBT/WBT programming, video, and sound production.
• Design interactive lessons in a classroom environment using various learning techniques to enhance the learning experience.
• Define requirements and evaluation methods for webinars and e-learning modules.
• Consult with resident instructors and technical experts to improve student experiences through diverse instructional approaches.
• Research and recommend educational best practices and instructional technologies to support teaching and learning.
• Ensure training development projects are completed by established deadlines.
• Develop media-rich e-learning modules and simulations using tools like Photoshop, Lectora, and Storyline.
• Produce webinars using platforms such as WebEx or Teams and assess emerging learning technologies for classroom use.
• Work with the LMS to create and track courses.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or 3 to 5 years of experience in instructional design and course development.
• 2 years of experience in instructional design and course development for Instructional Designer; 5 years for Sr. Instructional Designer with a bachelor's degree or 3 years with a master's degree.
• Knowledge of adult and online learning principles.
• Strong verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn new software and systems quickly and adapt to new methods.
• Self-starter with innovative and creative skills.
• Significant knowledge of programming e-learning with one or more e-learning programming tools.

Nice-to-haves

• A degree in instructional design, education, technology, or a related field.
• Experience with CBT/WBT tools and an LMS.
• A multimedia and e-learning portfolio.
• Experience with Dreamweaver, Flash, and Captivate.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities