Technical Curriculum Developer (Critical Infrastructure)

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:

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. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups were forging inclusive tech talent pipelines fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20 cities and counting Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills spanning Cloud Cybersecurity Data Engineering IT Support Software Engineering and more. To date 30000 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. Learn more by visiting follow us on LinkedIn X Facebook Instagram and YouTube.

Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states: AZ CA CO FL GA IL IN KS MD MA MI MO NC NJ NY OH PA TX WA

DEPARTMENT: National Program

POSITION TITLE: Technical Curriculum Developer (Critical Infrastructure)

LOCATION: Atlanta GA

REPORTS TO: VP Product Development

SCHEDULE: Hybrid (3 days on site 2 days remote)

WHO WERE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a technically-minded Technical Curriculum Developer to support the design development and maintenance of scalable training solutions for skilled trades in Critical Facilities (Data Centers) 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.

WHAT YOULL DO

1. Content Design & Development (70%)

• Module Creation: Build interactive digital learning modules using Articulate 360 (Storyline/Rise) and Google Workspace that are fully integrated into the Canvas LMS.
• Technical Documentation: Develop comprehensive instructor manuals detailed lesson plans facilitation guides and learner workbooks that provide clear step-by-step instructions for complex technical tasks using Google Workspace Apps.
• Visual & Multimedia Aids: Create technical diagrams multimedia learning aids (videos animations) and interactive demonstrations for complex systems to help learners visualize unseen processes like electricity and fluid flow.
• Hands-on Lab Design: Design practical laboratory exercises diagnostic tests and performance-based assessments for electrical and mechanical systems complete with rigorous safety documentation.
• Curriculum Architecture: Assist in translating technical competencies into modular progressive skill-building sequences moving from foundational theory to advanced industrial troubleshooting.

1. Curriculum Maintenance & Feedback (20%)

• Continuous Improvement: Proactively synthesize feedback from learners instructors and field SMEs to identify pain points and drive rapid curriculum iteration.
• Content Lifecycle Management: Manage the update cycle for existing modules: adding updating or removing content based on changing industry standards and market signals.
• Governance & Version Control: Maintain meticulous version control and technical documentation for all training materials to ensure site-to-site consistency across national programs.

1. Program Support & Collaboration (10%)

• Instructor Enablement: Develop robust instructor onboarding materials and resource libraries including technical reference sheets and troubleshooting guides for trainers.
• Cross-Functional Support: Assist with the creation of program descriptions and technical marketing materials for recruitment and external partnership engagement.

WHAT YOULL BRING TO US

Technical and Industrial Expertise

• 1-3 years of technical instructional design experience.
• 1-3 years of working in or with electrical or electromechanical roles in industrial environments or data centers.
• 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

Required Skill Sets

Technical & Industrial Expertise

• Electrical & Controls (Priority): A demonstrable understanding of Electrical systems Instrumentation and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) logic and troubleshooting.
• Integrated Mechanical Systems: Hands-on experience or deep technical familiarity with:
• Climate & Thermal Management: Industrial HVAC CRAC/CRAH units (Data Center specific) 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.
• Sector Experience: 1-3 years of experience working in or consulting for Critical Facilities (Data Centers) or Advanced Manufacturing environments.

Instructional Design & Professional Skills

• Design Expertise: 13 years of experience in instructional design or technical training content creation.
• Software Stack Proficiency: Associate-level use of Articulate 360 and Canvas LMS. High proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs Sheets Slides).
• Communication: Exceptional written communication skills with a proven ability to simplify expert-level technical jargon into teachable structured content.
• Safety Mindset: A solid understanding of industrial safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g. OSHA NFPA 70E).

Preferred Skill Sets

• Professional certifications in maintenance-related disciplines (e.g. Electrical HVAC or Industrial Safety).
• Experience with virtual labs AR/VR simulations or SCORM/xAPI content development.
• Familiarity with competency-based education (CBE) and national credentialing frameworks.

Professional Qualifications

• Industrial Certs:
• SACA (Smart Automation Certification Alliance): Certified Industry 4.0 Associate (C-101 through C-104: Basic/Advanced Operations Robotics and IIoT).
• Certified Industry 4.0 Specialist (Automation Systems Electrical Systems Mechanical Systems or Instrumentation).
• SMRP (Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals): Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT).
• NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills): Industrial Maintenance modules in Electrical Systems Basic Mechanical or Hydraulics.
• OSHA 10 or 30 (General Industry) or NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace).

• Instructional Design/eLearning Certs:
• ATD (Association for Talent Development): Instructional Design Certificate or E-Learning Instructional Design Certificate.
• University-Based ID Certificates: (e.g. Oregon State University of Wisconsin or University of Miami) which focus on E-Learning Instructional Design and Development.
• Articulate 360 Training/Certificates: Specialized training in Articulate Storyline 360 and Rise 360 (e.g. through Devlin Peck or Yukon Learning).
• Canvas Certified Educator: Specifically the Course Design pathway for the Canvas LMS.

Personal Characteristics

• You thrive in a creative inventive fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission.
• You are data-driven result-oriented and a forward-looking catalyst for social change.
• You have a collaborative and flexible work style. Youre excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently.
• You are a life-long learner.
• You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills.
• You are tech-savvy and learn new tools quickly.
• You are detail-oriented with exceptional organizational management skills.
• You are adept at managing your time and balancing multiple projects and tasks.
• You stand behind our mission believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions and that talent should be recognized and recruited from diverse sources.

Compensation

For this role specifically we are targeting an hourly rate of $60/hr where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors including geography in which the selected candidate resides and alignment with qualifications and experience.