ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:
For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 3-6 months
Hourly Rate: $45-$50
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a technically-minded Technical Curriculum Developer to support the design, development, and maintenance of scalable training solutions for skilled trades in Semiconductor Manufacturing (wafer fabrication, assembly/test, and packaging), Advanced Manufacturing, and beyond.
This role is for a "technical translator"; someone who possesses the rare ability to deconstruct complex semiconductor process and equipment systems and rebuild them into structured, high-quality learning modules. You should have a strong foundation in the Electrical, Instrumentation, and PLC/Controls world, with working familiarity in vacuum technology, gas and chemical delivery, and the integrated mechanical systems that keep a fab running. You are not just a writer; you are a builder who understands how fab tools and facility systems operate and how to teach others to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot them in a cleanroom environment.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Content Design & Development (70%)- Module Creation: Build interactive digital learning modules using Articulate 360 (Storyline/Rise) and Google Workspace that are fully integrated into the Canvas LMS.
- Technical Documentation: Develop comprehensive instructor manuals, detailed lesson plans, facilitation guides, and learner workbooks that provide clear, step-by-step instructions for complex technical tasks—wafer handling, tool PM (preventive maintenance), and process troubleshooting—using Google Workspace Apps.
- Visual & Multimedia Aids: Create technical diagrams, multimedia learning aids (videos, animations), and interactive demonstrations to help learners visualize "unseen" processes such as plasma etch, thin-film deposition, vacuum behavior, and gas/chemical flow.
- Hands-on Lab Design: Design practical laboratory exercises, diagnostic tests, and performance-based assessments for electrical, vacuum, and equipment-maintenance tasks, complete with rigorous cleanroom and hazardous-materials safety documentation.
- Curriculum Architecture: Assist in translating technical competencies into modular, progressive skill-building sequences, moving from foundational theory (semiconductor basics, the fab process flow) to advanced equipment and process troubleshooting.
- Continuous Improvement: Proactively synthesize feedback from learners, instructors, and field/fab SMEs to identify pain points and drive rapid curriculum iteration.
- Content Lifecycle Management: Manage the update cycle for existing modules—adding, updating, or removing content based on changing industry standards, tool generations, and market signals.
- Governance & Version Control: Maintain meticulous version control and technical documentation for all training materials to ensure site-to-site consistency across national programs.
- Instructor Enablement: Develop robust instructor onboarding materials and resource libraries, including technical reference sheets and troubleshooting guides for trainers.
- Cross-Functional Support: Assist with the creation of program descriptions and technical marketing materials for recruitment and external partnership engagement.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US
Technical and Industrial Expertise
- 1–3 years of technical instructional design experience.
- 1–3 years working in or with electrical, electromechanical, or equipment-maintenance roles in semiconductor fabs, advanced manufacturing, or comparable high-tech industrial environments.
- Strong technical background; able to grasp and convey highly technical subject matter.
- Ability to respond clearly to live digital conversations via a digital engagement platform such as Zoom or in an in-person training environment.
- Strong communication skills.
Required Skill Sets
Technical & Industrial Expertise
Technical & Industrial Expertise
- Electrical & Controls (Priority): A demonstrable understanding of Electrical systems, Instrumentation, and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) logic and troubleshooting, including the controls and RF power systems found on process tools.
- Semiconductor Process & Equipment Familiarity: Hands-on experience or deep technical familiarity with:
- Front-End Process Tools: Photolithography (steppers/scanners/track), plasma and reactive-ion etch, thin-film deposition (CVD, PVD, ALD, epitaxy), ion implantation, diffusion/oxidation furnaces, CMP (chemical mechanical planarization), and wet-process/clean benches.
- Vacuum Systems: Roughing and high-vacuum pumps (dry, turbo, cryo), chambers, gauges, and leak detection/troubleshooting.
- Gas & Chemical Delivery: Bulk and specialty gas systems, gas cabinets and valve manifold boxes (VMBs), mass flow controllers, and slurry/chemical distribution systems for hazardous, pyrophoric, and corrosive materials.
- Metrology & Inspection: Familiarity with measurement, defect inspection, and test equipment used to qualify wafers and tools.
- Automation & Wafer Handling: Robotics, EFEM/load ports, and equipment automation/communication (e.g., SECS/GEM concepts).
- Facility & Sub-Fab Infrastructure: Ultrapure water (UPW), process cooling water, exhaust abatement and scrubbers, chillers, HVAC and cleanroom environmental controls, and basic pneumatic/hydraulic controls.
- Cleanroom & Contamination Control: Understanding of cleanroom protocols, gowning, ESD control, and contamination/particle management.
- Sector Experience: 1–3 years of experience working in or consulting for semiconductor fabrication, assembly/test, or advanced manufacturing environments.
Instructional Design & Professional Skills
- Design Expertise: 1–3 years of experience in instructional design or technical training content creation.
- Software Stack Proficiency: Associate-level use of Articulate 360 and Canvas LMS. High proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
- Communication: Exceptional written communication skills with a proven ability to simplify expert-level technical jargon into teachable, structured content.
- Safety Mindset: A solid understanding of industrial and semiconductor-specific safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, NFPA 70E, hazardous gas/chemical handling, and SEMI equipment safety guidelines such as S2/S8).
Preferred Skill Sets
- Professional certifications in semiconductor, maintenance, electrical, vacuum, or industrial safety disciplines.
- Experience with virtual labs, AR/VR simulations, or SCORM/xAPI content development.
- Familiarity with competency-based education (CBE) and national credentialing frameworks.
Professional Qualifications
- Industrial Certs:
- SACA (Smart Automation Certification Alliance): Certified Industry 4.0 Associate (C-101 through C-104: Basic/Advanced Operations, Robotics, and IIoT).
- Certified Industry 4.0 Specialist (Automation Systems, Electrical Systems, Mechanical Systems, or Instrumentation).
- SMRP (Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals): Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT).
- NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills): Industrial Maintenance modules in Electrical Systems, Basic Mechanical, or Hydraulics.
- OSHA 10 or 30 (General Industry) or NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace).
Or similar.
- Instructional Design/eLearning Certs:
- ATD (Association for Talent Development): Instructional Design Certificate or E-Learning Instructional Design Certificate.
- University-Based ID Certificates: (e.g., Oregon State, University of Wisconsin, or University of Miami) which focus on "E-Learning Instructional Design and Development.”
- Articulate 360 Training/Certificates: Specialized training in Articulate Storyline 360 and Rise 360 (e.g., through Devlin Peck or Yukon Learning).
- Canvas Certified Educator: Specifically the Course Design pathway for the Canvas LMS.
Or similar.
Personal Characteristics
- You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission.
- You are data-driven, result-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change.
- You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently.
- You are a life-long learner.
- You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills.
- You are tech-savvy and learn new tools quickly.
- You are detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational management skills.
- You are adept at managing your time and balancing multiple projects and tasks.
- You stand behind our mission, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions and that talent should be recognized and recruited from diverse sources.
Compensation
For this role specifically, we are targeting a hourly rate range of $45 - $50/ HR where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides, and alignment with qualifications and experience.
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Benefits & Perks
Per Scholas offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and overall quality of life!
Holidays & PTO: Full-Time Per Scholas team members enjoy over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time! All employees are eligible for Holiday pay upon hire (a total of 22 holidays annually, including a week off for Independence day and a week before the New Year). Full-Time Benefits Eligible employees also receive 80 Wellness Hours to use for Sick, Safe, or Personal reasons and accrue Vacation at a rate of 8 hours at the beginning of every month, supporting rest, recharge, and work-life balance. Vacation accruals increase with tenure. Part-time employees are afforded time off on a prorated basis and in accordance with local requirements.
Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Benefit eligible employees can choose from multiple medical plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente (where available), with options to fit your needs. Eligible employees also have access to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses eligible out-of-pocket expenses, up to $4,000 for individuals and $8,000 for families.
Dental and Vision Insurance: Eligible employees can select from two dental plan options and a vision plan. Employees who waive medical coverage receive employer paid dental and vision premiums.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%, eligible employees are offered entry and full vesting after 90 days with the company.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal support, and financial resources for employees and their household members
Parental Leave: Eligible employees are offered up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child and bond with their family.
Additional Benefits & Perks: Eligible employees have access to employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, as well as employer-paid short-term disability coverage, with the option to elect additional life coverage and long-term disability insurance. Flexible Spending accounts are available for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses. Per Scholas also offers a range of voluntary benefits, including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, and Pet Insurance. Additional resources include healthcare concierge support, financial wellness tools, and employee discount programs.
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at [email protected]. We look forward to viewing your application!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
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