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Manager, Instructional Design & Learning Effectiveness

Invenergy · Chicago, IL · $118,000–$139,000 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 10, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a learning program you built that didn't work. What did you change?

What they are checking: Whether they use evaluation to improve their work and admit when something missed.

What would you do

An operations leader asks for a course, but you think the real problem isn't a training issue. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can diagnose root causes and push back honestly when training is not the fix.

How would you design training for field technicians at remote wind and solar sites compared with office staff?

What they are checking: Whether they adapt learning to very different jobs, schedules and access to technology.

How do you work with subject matter experts who are busy and not interested in helping with training?

What they are checking: Whether they can get useful input from experts while respecting their time.

How would you set priorities when many teams want new learning materials at the same time?

What they are checking: Whether they link learning work to business impact and can explain why some requests wait.

About the work

Walk me through how you design a learning program from the first conversation with a stakeholder to launch.

What they are checking: Whether they follow a clear design process like ADDIE and start from the performance problem.

How do you know if a training actually changed how people work?

What they are checking: Whether they measure behavior and results, not just completion rates and satisfaction scores.

How do you decide between instructor-led training and eLearning for a topic?

What they are checking: Whether they choose formats based on audience, content and practice needs instead of habit.

What does governance of enterprise learning mean to you?

What they are checking: Whether they understand standards, review and upkeep that keep company-wide content consistent and current.

What authoring tools and learning systems have you used, and which do you like?

What they are checking: Whether they have hands-on skill with tools like Articulate and an LMS, not just theory.

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The full job description

As published by Invenergy.

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window. Job Description Position Overview The Manager, Instructional Design & Learning Effectiveness will be responsible for the design, governance, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide learning solutions that support and shape the learning experience by designing high-quality company-wide, and function-specific, learning materials on a variety of subjects. This role focuses on enhancing the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of employees to drive individual and organizational performance. The person in this role will collaborate with internal stakeholders, Talent Development, Operations, and Human Resources team members to design and develop learning experiences, including instructor-led and eLearning courses, microlearning, and job aids. Success in this role will be achieved through improving learning outcomes for Invenergy’s current and future development and training programs. This is role is located at Invenergy's headquarters in downtown Chicago, IL with regular time spent at our Center of Excellence in Bolingbrook, IL. Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays if work permits. Responsibilities: • Develop innovative learning solutions that enhance employee capability, improve organizational performance, and support the achievement of strategic business goals utilizing expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design methodologies, and learning technologies. • Provide direct leadership, coaching, mentoring, performance management, and professional development for a subordinate instructional designer. • Create and maintain style guides, instructional guides, techniques, and training materials to develop governance practices across the learning function. • Write, design, and update learning content and materials supporting mandatory training using the most effective modalities including instructor led and virtual instructor led training, e-learning, blended learning, microlearning, video learning, and performance support tools • Create content for and support the administration of Invenergy’s Learning Management System (LMS) • Partner with subject matter experts to transform complex operational information into learner-centered instructional experiences • Manage external training vendors and resources as needed. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional Design, Adult Education, Human Resources, or related field • Minimum of 10 years of experience in instructional design and learning development • Proven experience in corporate learning program management with the ability to build and execute programs effectively and efficiently and monitor and measure learning outcomes. • Comprehensive knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design. • Excellent collaboration and communication skills with experience working cross functionally and demonstrated ability to build rapport and influence across teams. • Strong prioritization skills to effectively navigate and contribute to multiple projects and initiatives in a fast-paced environment. • Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and multimedia editing software • Excellent written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills • Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Preferred Qualifications • 1+ year of people management experience • Training professional certification: Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM), Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) or Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD). • Experience with Docebo learning management system (LMS). Base Pay $118,000.00 - $139,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 25% - 40% The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc. Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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