Transportation Learning Experience Designer (LXD) / Instructional Designer
Remote
Part Time
Mid Level
Transportation Learning Experience Designer (LXD) / Instructional Designer
Location: Primarily Remote (with structured virtual and in person meetings)
Schedule: Part-Time (20–25 hours per week)
About Us
Goins Sweitzer Engineers and Consultants (GSEC) is a multi-modal, transportation-focused consulting firm offering construction management solutions to our clients’ infrastructure project needs through the delivery of responsive, high-quality construction and engineering inspection (CEI), contract administration, construction materials management, utility coordination, training, value analysis, cost estimating, risk assessment, and specialized project and program management consulting services.
We are committed to delivering exceptional services and creating a truly outstanding experience for both our employees and our clients. Our firm was built with the vision of fostering a work environment that inspires personal and professional growth, empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. This employee-centric culture fosters an environment that attracts top-tier professionals who are deeply committed to delivering exceptional, high-quality services with professionalism and genuine care for our clients.
Position Summary
GSEC is seeking an experienced Learning & Development Specialist / Instructional Designer to support transportation owners and agencies, including state departments of transportation, local governments, and transportation authorities. This position will focus on modernizing, standardizing, and enhancing technical training programs, certification courses, engineering manuals, construction administration resources, and presentation materials used to train transportation professionals.
This role is primarily remote; however, candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Raleigh, NC and have reliable transportation to attend periodic in-person meetings and collaboration sessions as needed.
The successful candidate will work closely with engineers, construction professionals, and subject matter experts to transform technical content into engaging, learner-centered training programs that reflect current industry practices, regulatory requirements, and adult learning methodologies. This role will play a key part in creating consistency across certification and workforce development programs while improving the overall learner experience.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of modern learning science and emerging training technologies, with the ability to develop engaging content across multiple learning modalities, including instructor-led training, self-paced e-learning, microlearning, video-based instruction, interactive digital resources, and visual communication tools.
Key Responsibilities
Transportation Training Program Modernization
Required
Success in this role will be measured by:
This position offers a unique opportunity to improve the quality and effectiveness of transportation workforce development programs that support public agencies and transportation owners. Your work will directly contribute to preparing engineers, inspectors, technicians, and construction professionals to successfully deliver critical transportation infrastructure projects that serve communities for generations.
Most importantly, you will be part of an employee-centric engineering consulting firm that values the judgment, experience, and contributions each individual brings to the team. We foster a culture built on trust, accountability, collaboration, and long-term relationships—where professionals are supported in both their technical development and personal growth. This focus allows us to attract and retain top industry talent while creating an environment where people are empowered to do meaningful work, continuously improve, and reach their full potential.
Goins Sweitzer Engineers and Consultants is an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
Location: Primarily Remote (with structured virtual and in person meetings)
Schedule: Part-Time (20–25 hours per week)
About Us
Goins Sweitzer Engineers and Consultants (GSEC) is a multi-modal, transportation-focused consulting firm offering construction management solutions to our clients’ infrastructure project needs through the delivery of responsive, high-quality construction and engineering inspection (CEI), contract administration, construction materials management, utility coordination, training, value analysis, cost estimating, risk assessment, and specialized project and program management consulting services.
We are committed to delivering exceptional services and creating a truly outstanding experience for both our employees and our clients. Our firm was built with the vision of fostering a work environment that inspires personal and professional growth, empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. This employee-centric culture fosters an environment that attracts top-tier professionals who are deeply committed to delivering exceptional, high-quality services with professionalism and genuine care for our clients.
Position Summary
GSEC is seeking an experienced Learning & Development Specialist / Instructional Designer to support transportation owners and agencies, including state departments of transportation, local governments, and transportation authorities. This position will focus on modernizing, standardizing, and enhancing technical training programs, certification courses, engineering manuals, construction administration resources, and presentation materials used to train transportation professionals.
This role is primarily remote; however, candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Raleigh, NC and have reliable transportation to attend periodic in-person meetings and collaboration sessions as needed.
The successful candidate will work closely with engineers, construction professionals, and subject matter experts to transform technical content into engaging, learner-centered training programs that reflect current industry practices, regulatory requirements, and adult learning methodologies. This role will play a key part in creating consistency across certification and workforce development programs while improving the overall learner experience.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of modern learning science and emerging training technologies, with the ability to develop engaging content across multiple learning modalities, including instructor-led training, self-paced e-learning, microlearning, video-based instruction, interactive digital resources, and visual communication tools.
Key Responsibilities
Transportation Training Program Modernization
- Review and update transportation-related technical manuals, certification course materials, participant guides, instructor manuals, and presentation content.
- Ensure training materials reflect current transportation industry standards, agency policies, specifications, procedures, and best practices.
- Modernize existing courses using contemporary adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
- Improve course organization, content flow, visual presentation, and learner engagement.
- Reimagine traditional classroom and manual-based content using modern learning formats such as microlearning modules, video tutorials, interactive exercises, scenario-based learning, and digital reference tools.
- Evaluate emerging training technologies, learning trends, and instructional approaches to continuously improve learner engagement and knowledge retention.
- Establish standardized formats, templates, instructional practices, and branding across all training programs.
- Develop consistent learning objectives, assessments, course structures, and instructional materials.
- Create processes for maintaining current and accurate training materials as standards, specifications, and regulations evolve.
- Support quality assurance reviews and training audits to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Develop visual design standards and content guidelines that create a consistent, professional, and engaging learner experience across all training products.
- Collaborate with transportation engineers, construction managers, inspectors, technicians, and agency representatives to develop effective training materials.
- Translate complex technical information into clear, practical, and engaging learning experiences.
- Develop assessments, practical exercises, case studies, and knowledge checks that reinforce learning objectives.
- Incorporate learner, instructor, and stakeholder feedback into course revisions and enhancements.
- Design visually compelling learning materials, including infographics, process maps, diagrams, animations, job aids, and digital reference tools that simplify complex technical concepts.
- Develop and edit instructional video content, including recorded presentations, demonstrations, interviews with subject matter experts, screen-capture tutorials, and short-form learning modules.
- Apply principles of visual communication, storytelling, user experience design, and learner psychology to increase engagement, comprehension, and retention.
- Create content that effectively supports visual, auditory, reading/writing, and experiential learning preferences.
- Support workforce development and certification programs for transportation owners and agencies, including departments of transportation, municipalities, and transportation authorities.
- Assist in developing training materials related to transportation construction, inspection, materials testing, project management, contract administration, scheduling, and related disciplines.
- Ensure training materials align with applicable federal, state, and agency requirements and industry standards.
- Participate in stakeholder meetings and collaborate with agency representatives to identify training needs and improvement opportunities.
Required
- Must be within reasonable commuting distance of Raleigh, NC and have reliable transportation to attend periodic in-person meetings, as required.
- Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Adult Education, Technical Communication, Engineering, Organizational Development, Transportation, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, technical training, or workforce development.
- Experience developing or revising technical documentation, manuals, training programs, or certification courses.
- Excellent writing, editing, and presentation development skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated experience creating visually engaging training materials and instructional content for adult learners.
- Experience developing digital learning assets, including video, graphics, infographics, or interactive learning content.
- Experience working with transportation agencies such as state departments of transportation, municipalities, or transportation authorities.
- Familiarity with transportation engineering, highway construction, materials testing, construction inspection, project management, or related disciplines.
- Knowledge of transportation industry standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience supporting certification programs or workforce development initiatives.
- Experience with learning management systems and e-learning development tools.
- Experience with instructional media development tools such as Articulate 360, Rise, Adobe Creative Suite, Camtasia, Canva, Vyond, Synthesia, or similar content creation platforms.
- Experience producing, editing, or managing educational video content and multimedia learning resources.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted content development tools and their application within training and workforce development environments.
- Ability to transform highly technical information into engaging learning experiences.
- Strong technical writing and editing skills.
- Understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design best practices.
- Collaborative approach when working with subject matter experts and agency stakeholders.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and training excellence.
- Strong project management and organizational capabilities.
- Strong visual communication and graphic design sensibilities.
- Ability to identify the most effective learning medium for a given audience, topic, or performance objective.
- Understanding of modern learner engagement strategies, microlearning, digital content consumption habits, and knowledge retention techniques.
- Creative mindset with the ability to balance technical accuracy with compelling learner experiences.
Success in this role will be measured by:
- Modernization and improvement of transportation certification courses and technical training materials.
- Increased consistency across training programs and instructional materials.
- Improved learner and instructor feedback.
- Successful implementation of standardized training templates and development processes.
- Enhanced alignment of training programs with current transportation industry practices and agency requirements.
- Increased learner engagement, course completion rates, knowledge retention, and training effectiveness.
- Successful implementation of multimedia, video-based, and interactive learning resources that improve the overall learner experience.
This position offers a unique opportunity to improve the quality and effectiveness of transportation workforce development programs that support public agencies and transportation owners. Your work will directly contribute to preparing engineers, inspectors, technicians, and construction professionals to successfully deliver critical transportation infrastructure projects that serve communities for generations.
Most importantly, you will be part of an employee-centric engineering consulting firm that values the judgment, experience, and contributions each individual brings to the team. We foster a culture built on trust, accountability, collaboration, and long-term relationships—where professionals are supported in both their technical development and personal growth. This focus allows us to attract and retain top industry talent while creating an environment where people are empowered to do meaningful work, continuously improve, and reach their full potential.
Goins Sweitzer Engineers and Consultants is an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
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