Instructional Designer

About the role

KLA, a global leader in electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, is hiring an Instructional Designer within its KLA Services team in Phoenix, Arizona. The designer creates structured, high-impact training using modern methodologies such as ADDIE, SAM and LxD, focusing on scalable learning solutions, SEMATECH-aligned certification frameworks and AI-powered personalized training.

Key responsibilities

• Build certification frameworks aligned with SEMATECH standards
• Explore AI-driven solutions for training personalization and scalability
• Apply instructional design principles to classroom and online training
• Develop storyboards, documents, eLearning modules and other media for training delivery
• Design training for hardware service, maintenance, installation, repair, troubleshooting, part replacement and upgrades
• Work with R&D, support and manufacturing teams to create training content, and turn technical information into training for technical and non-technical audiences
• Hold independent review meetings with engineering and technical staff, validate training with subject matter experts and submit change requests for written procedures
• Manage projects end-to-end, maintain action trackers and documentation, and make independent decisions with minimal supervision
• Collaborate with global teams, adapt to diverse cultures and communicate clearly in written and spoken English

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Science or Instructional Design
• At least 7 years of experience in technical engineering fields (semiconductor industry preferred)
• Or equivalent work experience: Master's degree with 3 years, or Bachelor's degree with 5 years
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and collaborate across global teams

Required skills

• Modern instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE, SAM and LxD
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Ability to work in a matrix environment with multiple managers

What we offer

• Base pay of $73,500 to $125,000 annually depending on role, level and location
• Possible performance incentives and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, EAP, paid time off and family care leave