Job Description Technical Writer (68 Years Experience)
MCT4 - Offer Technical Publication Writer
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Technical Writer with 68 years of handson experience in creating highquality technical documentation for engineering and technology products. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in industrystandard authoring tools such as
Adobe FrameMaker,
Arbortext Editor, and illustration tools including
PTC Creo Illustrate and
Adobe Illustrator. This role requires excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with crossfunctional engineering, product, and quality teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, write, and maintain technical documentation such as user manuals, installation guides, service manuals, maintenance procedures, and product specifications.
- Create and edit technical illustrations, exploded views, line-art drawings, and diagrams using Creo Illustrate, Adobe Illustrator, or equivalent 3D/2D tools.
- Work within structured authoring environments using Adobe FrameMaker, Arbortext Editor, DITA/XMLbased systems, and content management platforms.
- Collaborate with engineering, R&D, testing, and product management teams to gather information and ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.
- Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, BOM details, and test/qualification reports for documentation inputs.
- Ensure documentation complies with corporate standards, regulatory requirements, and localization needs.
- Manage version control, documentation releases, and updates in alignment with product lifecycle milestones.
- Drive continuous improvement of documentation processes, templates, and workflows.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Communication, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 68 years of experience in technical writing within manufacturing, engineering, electronics, or technology domains.
- Strong proficiency with:
- Authoring tools: Adobe FrameMaker, Arbortext Editor, DITA/XML
- Illustration tools: PTC Creo Illustrate, Adobe Illustrator, 3D/2D visualization tools
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical content.
- High level of attention to detail, consistency, and accuracy.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications.
- Experience working in crossfunctional and fastpaced environments.
- Familiarity with documentation standards and best practices (DITA, S1000D, ISO/IEC documentation guidelines).
Preferred Skills
- Experience with content management systems (CMS) such as Windchill, Content Manager, or similar platforms.
- Understanding of UX writing principles for modern digital documentation.
- Knowledge of regulatory documentation practices, safety standards, and product compliance.
- Exposure to Agile development processes and collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence, etc.).
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