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Role Description

We are seeking a technically-minded Technical Curriculum Developer to support the design, development, and maintenance of scalable training solutions for skilled trades in Advanced Manufacturing, and beyond.

• This role is for a "technical translator"; someone who possesses the rare ability to deconstruct complex engineering systems and rebuild them into structured, high-quality learning modules.
• You should have a strong foundation in the Electrical, Instrumentation, and PLC/Controls world, while remaining equally comfortable with Industrial Mechanical systems.
• You are not just a writer; you are a builder who understands how machines and facilities operate and how to teach others to operate and maintain them.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of technical instructional design experience.
• 1-3 years of working in or with electrical or electromechanical roles in industrial environments.
• Strong technical background; able to grasp and convey highly technical subject matter.
• Ability to respond clearly to live digital conversations via a digital engagement platform such as Zoom or an in-person training environment.
• Strong communication skills.

Requirements

• A demonstrable understanding of Electrical systems, Instrumentation, and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) logic and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience or deep technical familiarity with:
  • Climate & Thermal Management: Industrial HVAC, Chillers, and Cooling Towers.
  • Fluid & Hydronic Systems: Pumping systems (VFD-controlled), heat exchangers, hydronic piping loops, and water treatment/filtration systems.
  • Material Handling: Industrial conveyor systems, sorters, and motor-driven rollers.
  • Facility Infrastructure: Diesel generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and basic pneumatic/hydraulic controls.
• 1-3 years of experience working in or consulting for Advanced Manufacturing environments with skilled tradespersons.
• 1–3 years of experience in instructional design or technical training content creation.
• Associate-level use of Articulate 360 and Canvas LMS. High proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Exceptional written communication skills with a proven ability to simplify expert-level technical jargon into teachable, structured content.
• A solid understanding of industrial safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, NFPA 70E).

Benefits

• Compensation: $60-$65 per hour - Contract
• Remote work with 5-10% travel for site research and shadowing.

Company Description

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training.

• Teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups.
• Offering no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more.
• To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings.