Primary Job Title Senior Instructional Designer - Training Curriculum Development
Alternate/Related Job Titles Senior Instructional Designer
Learning & Development Consultant
Learning Experience Designer
Technical Training Program Manager
Location Livermore, CA
Onsite Flexibility Hybrid (90% Remote / 10% On‑Site)
Contract Details (Contract roles only) Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration:
Not Specified
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay Rate: $65 - $75/Hr
Job Summary:
The Senior Instructional Designer will lead the design and development of technical apprenticeship training programs within the Power Generation business. This role focuses on curriculum development, project management, and continuous improvement of learning solutions aligned with operational and strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design and development of technical apprenticeship courses for Power Generation trades
Conduct needs assessments and front-end analyses (FEA) to identify training requirements
Collaborate with learning strategists and instructional designers to define learning strategies and curriculum maps
Guide the use of learning technologies and tools to enhance training effectiveness
Coach and support instructional designers on ADDIE model and quality standards; conduct QA reviews
Estimate project costs and develop schedules in collaboration with stakeholders
Manage project execution to ensure timely and on‑budget delivery
Facilitate key project meetings including kick‑offs, betas, train‑the‑trainer sessions, and pilots
Present proposals and updates to stakeholders and apprenticeship committees
Analyze training effectiveness metrics and drive continuous improvement
Archive course materials and complete project close‑out activities
Required Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 5 years of instructional design experience, including 2 years in a leadership or mentoring role
Proven experience managing small to mid‑sized projects
Nice‑to‑Have Experience Experience developing apprenticeship programs in skilled trades
Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, or related field
Experience in utility industry, trades, or similar environments
Required Skills Project management of technical training programs
Strong understanding of the learning development process
Preferred Skills:
Proficiency in MS Office, Articulate Storyline, video production, and web design tools
Familiarity with tools such as Questionmark, Author‑It, MS Teams, and virtual learning platforms
Strong stakeholder engagement and presentation skills
Additional Skills from Original Description Curriculum mapping and assessment design
Training effectiveness analysis
Quality assurance and review processes
Strategic thinking and adaptability
Benefits Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401(k) Retirement Fund
About the Client:
Leading natural gas and electric energy company serving millions of customers across the United States. Offers reliable energy delivery and a positive work environment. Join a team focused on workforce development and operational excellence.
About GTT GTT is a minority‑owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American‑owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.