Subject Matter Expert for Energy Systems (Engineering)

Job Description

About Curio Faculty Curio, a leading education consulting and learning experience company, works with universities, vocational education providers, schools and companies to drive change through learning. We have led the online learning transformation of many of our clients and partners through a focus on the creation of exceptional learning experiences, through course design and online facilitation. Curio Faculty provides quality education services to universities, vocational education providers, other higher education providers, and corporate partners and not for profits. We are passionate educators who believe in the power of expert content development and online facilitation to deliver exceptional learner outcomes. Objectives of this role: This role of Subject Matter Expert (SME) is primarily to provide relevant subject matter content for online courses. The SME works in close collaboration with Learning Experience Designers and Developers and partners/clients to develop meaningful and engaging courses, support resources and learning experiences based on the objectives and learning outcomes of the learning experience. The design and development of learning experiences is typically closely project managed but also dynamic and fast paced, to achieve project deadlines, and entails highly developed communication and collaboration. Course Description This program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required for modern careers in energy systems, electrical engineering, and renewable energy technologies. The course covers a wide range of topics, from fundamental electrical principles to advanced energy systems design, power system analysis, and renewable energy integration. Students will explore key areas such as solar, wind, and energy storage technologies, smart grids, and energy forecasting, while developing hands-on skills using industry-standard software and tools.Duration: Immediate start, up to 8 courses at 50 hours per courseKey responsibilities and Duties: Participate in workshops to map out the overall curriculum and course architecture, the assessment strategy in overview, and the more finely grained structure of individual learning activities Participate, as required, in workshops or conversations with clients, partners and industry to mine their expertise and understand how they will be able to contribute Work with Learning Designer to design activities, develop authentic and engaging learning activities, create performance tasks and identify opportunities for automated formative feedback Write course content based on a pre-agreed course map, ensuring appropriate referencingDeliver course content according to project timelinesAssist in planning for the development of bespoke videos, writing interview questions/prompts Communicating with University librarians around resources to be located / clearedIdentify resources to be usedCommunicate with graphic designers on images to be designed for the courseSource contemporary course content materialWrite assessment tasks and rubrics with the learning designer and/or learning and teaching experts from partner/client and creating any assessment materials such as case studies or data sets Quality assurance of each learning activity in the final learning design from a SME perspective Incorporate feedback and changes as required by the client/partner Skills and Qualifications: A relevant degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, or a closely related field (preferably at a Master's or PhD level).Expertise in energy systems, renewable energy technologies, power systems, electrical engineering principles, and energy market sustainability.Hands-on experience in electrical systems, renewable energy systems (solar, wind), energy storage solutions, power systems design, and smart grids.Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and emerging energy technologies (e.g., hydrogen systems, offshore energy, battery systems).Experience with developing course content at a university-level Availability to work independently and both synchronously and asynchronously, developing inputs for the learning product and sharing insights in meetings during business hours. Please note that all Subject Matter Expert (SME) opportunities offered through Curio Faculty are contract roles. If you have any questions on this role, or any other roles available on our Careers page, please contact our Curio Faculty Talent Team at #J-18808-Ljbffr