Technical Writer
9 days ago
Fremont
Sr Course Developer/Instructional Designer - Semiconductor required On-site Flex: 3 days in office/2 remote in Fremont, CA (there is no relocation available .Local candidates only) - DONT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT LOCAL. This position is task-based course development/training and looking for background in performance-based equipment training. 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., • Utilize instructional design principles to 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., • 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., • Bachelor's degree preferred in Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Technology, Education, or a related field., • Proven experience in technical writing and course development, within the semiconductor industry., • Strong understanding of semiconductor processes, technologies, and industry standards, with a technical focus., • Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Adobe, powerpoint, word) and learning management systems (LMS)., • 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., • 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., • Proficiency with Microsoft PPT, Excel, and Word. (PowerPoint and excel should be highly proficiency)., • Proven experience in technical writing and course development, within the semiconductor industry., • Effective communication and fluent Technical English., • Photo editing, animation creation, Visio, video editing., • Experience with Learning Management Software (LMS) (e.g., Cornerstone, SuccessFactors)., • Presentation skills, Articulate Storyline, audio editing., • Adobe FrameMaker, storyboard creation.