Technical Writer II

As a Technical Writer, your goal is to develop, write and edit material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs and related technical/administrative publications. You will observe production, development, and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail. You will create precise technical vector illustrations and diagrams to visually support written documentation.

What You Will Do

You will write technical copy for various technical reports, brochures and manuals for company products, operations and maintenance systems with minimal supervision. You will create high-quality technical illustrations, schematics, and vector diagrams to enhance comprehension of written material.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You are adaptable and able to pivot between projects as needed. You have a technical mindset and are able to collaborate cross-functionally. You have experience in technical illustration and a portfolio showcasing vector diagrams, schematics, or exploded view drawings.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year of experience in technical writing/illustration or related field
• Demonstrated experience in technical illustration, portfolio showcasing vector diagrams, schematic, or exploded view drawings strongly preferred
• DITA-XML experience strongly preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator (or similar vector graphic software) strongly preferred
• Simplified Technical English or other structure language experience preferred
• Understanding of technical concepts, terms and procedures
• Familiarity with product documentation standards and specifications
• Extensive knowledge of XML and publishing documentation for print and web
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to deal with a varied workforce and changing conditions
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions