Talent Development Specialist, Instructional Design

SOLV Energy is an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation and energy storage markets across North America.

Job Description Summary:
SOLV Energy is seeking a Talent Development Specialist to provide expertise in instructional design, eLearning development and project management .

Collaborating closely with stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs), the Talent Development Specialist will develop, produce and implement resources to enhance learning and guarantee that training meets the varied needs of our organization.

Position can be fully remote or based in San Diego, CA.

Job Description:



*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties:


* Conduct needs assessments to identify skill gaps and training requirements across the organization


* Coordinate with stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather, organize and produce content


* Develop instructional materials (e.g., online courses, job aids and knowledge articles)


* Create best practices for learning content creation for stakeholders and SMEs


* Design innovative and interactive digital learning solutions (including eLearning modules, simulations, videos and other multimedia assets) as well as in-person training content (including virtual instructor-led training (VILT), workshops and on-the-job training course work)


* Develop instructional materials, including storyboards, scripts, facilitator guides, participant materials and assessments


* Support learning transfer using UI/UX best practices


* Promote a culture of knowledge sharing and collaboration


* Use reporting features to monitor the frequency of use and satisfaction levels

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:


* 3+ years of experience developing content designed for learning and employee role support


* 2+ years of experience using eLearning software (e.g., Captivate, Storyline, Rise, Camtasia, etc.)


* Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning theories


* Experience incorporating activities, videos, and simulations to enrich course offerings


* Experience designing instructor-led content for both in-person and virtual delivery


* Experience in designing for asynchronous, synchronous and blended learning environments


* Experience writing new learning content and editing existing content, consistent with a style guide


* Success in applying creative problem-solving, design thinking, disruptive innovation and content design skills


* Experience applying change management to projects


* Proven track record of using effective consultative skills and processes


* Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook) and a general comfort level working with tech...