Technical Writer - Engineering

Primary Purpose:

The Technical Writer III is responsible for creating, developing, writing, editing, and publishing technical documentation for associated products or processes while ensuring that project deadlines are met.

Major Responsibilities:

• Research, write and edit technical documentation such as owners manuals, installation manuals, service manuals, and bulletins for all product lines.
• Develop and publish technical and parts manuals in a timely and accurate manner.
• Develop deadline-driven documentation that meets style guide requirements and user expectations.
• Meet with cross-functional team members to gather product information and translate it into accessible, user-friendly documentation.
• Gather information from other company publications to edit current publications.
• Work as a key part of corporate New Product Introduction team to ensure all relevant technical publications are available for the product at launch.
• Participate in design process with engineers and service to create the technical documentation from the customer prospective.
• Create or change the Style Sheets for technical document types.
• This position will provide mentorship and training to the technical writer I & II.

Education

• Bachelors degree in Technical Communications or related field or equivalent experience

Work Experience

• 5 years of technical writing or related experience
• 3 years of experience working with industrial or similar products
• Previous experience using Abortext Styler

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate with all internal and external stakeholders
• Knowledge of XML coding
• Strong knowledge of Arbortext, Adobe Suite, Framemaker, and related programs
• Strong writing, editing, communication, and organizational skills
• Advanced mechanical and electrical aptitude