Associate, Training Developer

Job Description

The Associate, Training Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and evaluating technical training programs for Clearway field technicians and front-line leaders. This mid- to senior-level role requires experience in energy, industrial operations, workforce development, or other technical environments. The Associate, Training Developer leads projects, mentors junior training developers, and serves as a subject matter expert in learning and development. The role ensures training solutions are effective, scalable, and aligned with organizational objectives, working both independently and collaboratively with subject matter experts and operational stakeholders.

Location preference for San Diego, CA or Scottsdale, AZ; will consider strong candidates based in our other corporate office locations.

What You'll Be Doing

Instructional Design & Development

• Design and develop technical learning programs using instructional design models and (e.g., ADDIE, Bloom's Taxonomy, Kirkpatrick, Gagne's Nine Events and others).
• Conduct needs assessments and gap analyses to identify and address technical training requirements.
• Develop learning objectives, assessments, and multimedia content that support organizational goals and enable Level 3 and Level 4 Kirkpatrick measurement.
• Create and update instructor-led training materials ensuring alignment with measurable, meaningful learning objectives.
• Collaborate with internal SMEs and external vendors to build and maintain training content tailored to each technology.

Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

• Collect and analyze participant feedback and assessment data to recommend improvements to training content, materials, delivery methods, and learning outcomes.
• Leverage data-driven insights to report on and enhance program effectiveness in support of operational and business objectives.

Collaboration, Leadership & Mentorship

• Partner with technical subject matter experts, operations leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, providing constructive feedback and supporting their professional development.
• Lead project teams or workstreams, define deliverables, establish development timelines, and ensure milestones are met.

Project & Resource Management

• Manage multiple training development projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Industrial & Organizational Psychology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. Relevant experience in lieu of related degree may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in technical training, operations training, workforce development, or instructional design within energy, utilities, manufacturing, industrial, or similar technical sectors.
• Experience with the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) methodology.
• Proven track record developing, implementing, and evaluating training programs in technical or operational environments.
• Demonstrated understanding of instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and training evaluation frameworks. Portfolio or work examples strongly desired.
• Proficiency with LMS platforms and eLearning authoring tools.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong critical thinking, including the ability to analyze problems, evaluate options, and operate effectively amid ambiguity.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Experience mentoring or coaching junior staff.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Clearway will not sponsor non-immigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.

Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations

$89,000 - $110,000 USD

Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.5 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway's operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 3 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Clearway Energy Group's vision is a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.8 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.8 GW of flexible dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway's operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 2 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together Here at Clearway, we're committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, San Diego, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events.

Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities for our Military & Veterans.

What We Provide Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website.

Notice to Applicants Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.