Technical Writer

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain system, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, and service manuals for motion test and simulation equipment.
• Create technical procedures supporting system setup, testing, operation, inspection, calibration, and maintenance.
• Translate engineering drawings, specifications, test data, software information, and technical discussions into clear, accurate documentation.
• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, software, systems, and test engineers to gather technical information and ensure documentation accurately reflects system functionality and configuration.
• Collaborate with engineering and test teams to develop test-specific procedures and supporting documentation.
• Review and update existing documentation as system designs, configurations, software, and customer requirements change.
• Identify gaps or inconsistencies in technical information and work with subject matter experts to resolve them.
• Develop and maintain consistent documentation standards, templates, formatting, and terminology across Motion Test Services.
• Maintain documentation within company databases and document management systems, including appropriate revision control.
• Support the development of engineering and manufacturing work instructions as needed.
• Develop technical reports, white papers, system descriptions, and other technical materials in collaboration with engineering and sales.
• Support documentation needs for system delivery, customer acceptance, installations, upgrades, and field service activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, Engineering, Physical Science, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 5+ years of technical writing or technical documentation experience in an engineering or technical environment.
• Experience developing technical manuals, procedures, work instructions, or similar documentation.
• Familiarity with machinery, electronics, software, or complex technical systems preferred.
• Experience working with engineers and other technical subject matter experts.
• Experience with document management and revision control preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage documentation projects through completion.
• Ability to travel (domestic and internationally) and obtain a passport.

Skills

• Strong technical writing and editing skills with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical information.
• Ability to understand and document complex electromechanical systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and other technical documentation.
• Strong communication and information-gathering skills when working with technical subject matter experts.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with engineering and other cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and documentation projects in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work for extended periods at computer workstation/keyboard.
• Ability to type accurately and efficiently.
• The position will require walking, standing, squatting, crouching, stooping, lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, sitting, repetitive motion and kneeling.