Senior Instructional Designer

Based in Northeast Ohio, AWP Safety, is a rapidly growing national safety services provider committed to protecting our customers’ people, business, and time. AWP is America’s Traffic Control Leader, representing nearly every major public utility: electric, gas and telecommunications.

AWP Safety has been the leading provider and innovator of traffic control solutions since our inception in 1993. Our main goal is to improve processes by continually establishing best practices for productivity and cost effectiveness. Driving added value to our customers through the talented execution of our employees and the pursuit to provide extraordinary service for our customers is what has built our company and its national reputation for integrity.

AWP SAFETY CORE VALUES

Ownership, Trust, Teamwork

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Instructional Designer – L&OD is responsible for designing and developing engaging, effective, and scalable learning experiences that align with organizational goals and support employee development at all levels. This role partners closely with L&OD, HR Business Partners, business leaders, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to assess needs and deliver learning solutions that drive performance, culture, and leadership capability.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop high-impact learning programs using instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, SAM, etc.)

• Create blended learning solutions (e-learning, virtual instructor-led training, in-person, microlearning, job aids, etc.)
• Develop engaging content using tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise, Adobe Creative Suite, and LMS platforms.
• Conduct learning needs assessments to identify skill gaps and recommend solutions.
• Define learning objectives and success metrics aligned with organizational goals.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning interventions using Kirkpatrick’s Model or other methodologies.

• Partner with L&OD leadership to support talent development initiatives such as leadership development, onboarding, DEI training, performance management, and change management.
• Facilitate workshops and learning sessions when needed.
• Work with SMEs to gather and validate content, ensuring instructional accuracy and relevance.
• Lead multiple design projects simultaneously, managing timelines, deliverables, and resources.
• Ensure alignment with project goals, budgets, and timelines.

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Organizational Development, or related field
• 5–8+ years of experience in instructional design, preferably in a corporate L&OD or HR environment.
• Deep knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design methodologies, and evaluation models.
• Experience designing both digital and instructor-led learning for professional and leadership audiences.
• Strong proficiency in eLearning tools (Articulate 360, Rise, Adobe Captivate, etc.) and LMS platforms (e.g., Workday Learning, Cornerstone, etc.).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee must be able to successfully handle the physical demands of this position, which include the following:

• Regular Hours of operation are M-F, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
• Primarily sedentary or working at a desk
• Occasionally lift and move 10 -25 pounds
• While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear
• Proficient literacy
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, or reach with hands and arms

AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

• WHAT YOU WILL LOVE/PERKS

• 401(k) with company match
• Benefits eligible the 1st of the month following hire
• Career Growth
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• All traditional benefits are offered, including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options, as well as additional benefits such as legal and identity protection, accident, critical illness, and others
• Company paid $50,000 in basic life insurance
• Company paid long term disability (LTD)
• Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available
• AWP named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 and 2025 for Diversity

Salary:    $105,000-$115,000 based on experience 

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

• AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.