Caterpillar Inc. · 15 hours ago
Instructional Designer- Learning and Develolpment
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$98K/yr - $146K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team dedicated to building stronger, sustainable communities. They are seeking an Instructional Designer to create engaging learning experiences that enhance safety culture and organizational performance, collaborating with subject-matter experts to design effective training programs.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design training modules, courses, and programs that support Caterpillar Safety Services processes, methodologies, and customer needs
Gather and analyze course performance data to measure training effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement
Review, refresh, and maintain training materials to ensure content is accurate, impactful, and instructionally sound
Evaluate new training methods, tools, and content formats to determine feasibility for future programs
Collaborate with subject‑matter experts to translate technical and behavioral concepts into structured learning experiences
Develop storyboards, job aids, multimedia learning assets, and eLearning modules that support safety culture transformation
Qualification
Required
Effective Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally. Skilled at presenting ideas and avoiding unnecessary jargon. Listens to feedback and uses it to improve communication effectiveness
Training and Development: Strong understanding of learning theory, instructional design principles, and instructor-led and digital course development. Proficiency with Adobe Captivate, Articulate Rise/Storyline, LMS platforms, and related tools
Relationship Management: Builds strong working relationships with SMEs, consultants, customers, and peers. Responds promptly to requests, monitors satisfaction, and collaborates to resolve issues
Service Excellence: Delivers high-quality instructional products, responds quickly to customer needs, and uses feedback to improve future training materials
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Applies structured analysis to evaluate training needs, interpret data, and guide instructional decisions. Organizes information, prioritizes issues, and assesses risks and alternatives
Problem Solving: Identifies and documents problems, evaluates stakeholder perspectives, and develops solutions using fact-finding and diagnostic tools
Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Education, or Communications
Portfolio demonstrating storyboards, job aids, multimedia assets, and eLearning modules
Preferred
Proficiency in multimedia tools (basic graphic/audio editing)
Instructional design certifications (ATD, eLearning Guild, or university programs)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
401(k) savings plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant
Leadership Team
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Recent News
2026-01-22
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