Job Description

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.
• 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:

• 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.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality educational content.

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.

Mandatory Skills:

• 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.
• 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.
• Adobe FrameMaker, storyboard creation.

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