Instructional Designer

Overview

In this role, you will be responsible for actively applying adult learning theories and principles to develop learning materials for in-person, virtual, and blended learning environments. You will partner with the firm to create effective learning experiences that align with our Core Values and Core Purpose. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a mix of communication, writing, and visual design skills.

Kimley-Horn is looking for an Instructional Designer to join our Cary, North Carolina (NC) office! This is not a remote position. 

Responsibilities

• Develop training deliverables such as presentations, learning activities, assessments, eLearning courses, instructional videos, and one-page job aids using provided content authoring tools.
• Create instructor lesson plans, rubrics, and other instructor resources.
• Edit and proofread materials for grammar, format, style, accuracy, and consistency per established quality control checklists and brand guidelines.
• Create graphics and other visuals that support instructional clarity and learner engagement for training materials.
• Manage assigned training tasks and deliverables with increasing independence, including documenting project needs, tracking progress, and communicating updates to stakeholders.
• Develop working knowledge of Kimley-Horn disciplines, training systems, databases, and internal processes to support effective learning solutions for internal clients.
• Use feedback, data, and prior project outcomes to evaluate and improve training effectiveness and deliverables to enhance the learner experience.
• Collaborate with partners, subject matter experts, stakeholders, and team members to complete, maintain, and optimize training projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree with at least 18+ months of relevant post-graduate experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic to intermediate skills and technical knowledge of the following:
  • Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Content authoring tools (Articulate 360, Camtasia, Vyond)
  • Leverages AI tools to optimize project workflows, accelerate content development timelines, and ensure high-quality instructional outputs
• Successfully manages multiple projects from concept to completion with some guidance to ensure on-time delivery.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a highly collaborative environment
• Domestic travel up to 5%

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

Responsibilities

- Develop training deliverables such as presentations, learning activities, assessments, eLearning courses, instructional videos, and one-page job aids using provided content authoring tools.
- Create instructor lesson plans, rubrics, and other instructor resources.
- Edit and proofread materials for grammar, format, style, accuracy, and consistency per established quality control checklists and brand guidelines.
- Create graphics and other visuals that support instructional clarity and learner engagement for training materials.
- Manage assigned training tasks and deliverables with increasing independence, including documenting project needs, tracking progress, and communicating updates to stakeholders.
- Develop working knowledge of Kimley-Horn disciplines, training systems, databases, and internal processes to support effective learning solutions for internal clients.
- Use feedback, data, and prior project outcomes to evaluate and improve training effectiveness and deliverables to enhance the learner experience.
- Collaborate with partners, subject matter experts, stakeholders, and team members to complete, maintain, and optimize training projects.