Technical Training Author / Instructional Designer

Drive Your Curriculum Development / Instructional Design Career Forward With A Leading Automotive Company

Are you skilled in crafting effective learning experiences? Do you have a solid understanding of learning methodologies and a passion for innovation? Join our team to develop cutting-edge e-learning, virtual, and in-person training for automotive technicians. Would you like to work with a creative team that pushes the "norms" of technical training? If you said YES!, keep reading to learn what's in it for you when you make the change to be part of our training development team.

Manpower Engineering is seeking Technical Training Authors / Instructional Designers to support a major global automotive manufacturer. This hybrid role is based in Auburn Hills, MI, and candidates must live in or be willing to relocate to the area.

About the Role

• Hybrid schedule: Typically, 1 day/week onsite. Certain projects may require consecutive days or weeks onsite at the training center.
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Type: Long-term, ongoing contract with potential future perm consideration

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Work with a world-class automotive manufacturer on impactful, technician-focused training
• Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and personal days
• Zero-cost college education—complete a bachelor's or master's degree through Strayer University
• Inclusive, diverse culture and a collaborative, supportive team environment

What You'll Do

• Develop automotive technical training curriculum: instructor-led, eLearning, microlearning, job aids, and quick reference guides
• Create storyboards, scripts, and multimedia-ready content
• Design engaging course components using graphics, audio, and video
• Convert complex technical material into clear, compelling learning experiences
• Evaluate training effectiveness and apply improvements
• Stay current with evolving industry trends, learning tech, and best practices

What You Need to Bring

• Portfolio samples (eLearning demo, storyboard, ILT materials, etc.)
• 2-year associate degree in Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Automotive Technology, or a related field
• Understanding of automotive components and systems
• Experience with Articulate 360 and Adobe Creative Suite (preferred)
• Ability to write instructional text, scripts, and multimedia-ready content
• Ability to work within an LMS (Cornerstone experience a plus)
• Knowledge of adult learning principles
• Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented mindset
• Ability to travel periodically (approx. 2–3 weeks/year, some will not travel at all)