Safety Instructional Designer II

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Safety Instructional Designer II designs and develops training programs, courses, and instructional materials for the Company's Safety Training department, collaborating with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and quality across multiple formats, including print, audio, visual, and multimedia. This mid- to high-level instructional designer applies adult learning and performance-based principles to support effective learning and improve real-world safety outcomes in complex, high-risk environments.

The individual in this role can work remote within the US; this role will require up to 15% annual travel.

With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.

Throughout our rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre‑construction services, and engineer‑procure‑construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.

• Design learning experiences that reflect real job conditions, constraints, and risk exposure
• Design training to support observable on-the-job behaviors and safe work practices
• Design training that anticipates common failure points, human error traps, and system constraints
• Translate complex technical and regulatory information into clear, usable learning that can be applied under time pressure and field conditions
• Independently lead instructional design efforts for assigned programs or initiatives
• Collaborate with Safety Training Department SMEs to identify training requirements and define clear learning outcomes
• Support the creation of blended learning formats including instructor‑led training (ILT), e‑learning modules, job aids, and hands‑on practicals to support both Train‑the‑Trainer and direct‑to‑customer deliverables. Deliverables include:
  • Multi‑media training presentations
  • Student Manuals, Workbooks and supplemental materials
  • Instructor Manuals
• Work with team to administer full life‑cycle audio‑visual productions from concept through revisions and final publication/distribution
• Assist team videographer in the creation of storyboards, scripts and shot lists for educational videos
• Utilize existing video, audio and still photographs for inclusion into comprehensive training packages
• Coordinate with Department videographer
• Evaluate training effectiveness using learner feedback, knowledge application, and observed performance indicators, and revise content accordingly
• Establish relationships with internal customers as well as outside service providers as required
• Translating complex, technical information into engaging and digestible learning
• Assist SMEs in the creation of training content for inclusion into the Learning Management System
• Occasional travel to districts and job sites throughout entire MYR footprint
• Identify and wear appropriate clothing and Personal Protective Equipment while on jobsites
• Other duties as assigned
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Essential functions are to be performed in a Company‑designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry‑specific professional and ethical conduct standards

• Minimum 4 - 5 years of experience in progressive Instructional Designer role(s) with experience in applying adult learning principles to ensure training is relevant, scenario‑based, and problem‑centric
• Experience with graphic design software such as Adobe Illustrator - desirable
• Experience…