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Technical Writer (San Diego)

Technical Writer (San Diego)

Insight GlobalSan Diego, CA, United States
14 hours ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Title : Sr. Technical Writer

Pay : $120K / year

Schedule : Onsite 5 days per week (NO flexibility on remote or hybrid)

Duration : Direct hire, Perm

Summary Statement :

Researches, creates, and edits operational, instructional, maintenance, and test procedural documents in accordance with internal guidelines by utilizing skills as a seasoned, experienced technical writer with a full understanding of industry standards / practices for technical documentation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Use skills as a seasoned, experienced technical writer with a full understanding of industry standards / practices for technical documentation.
  • Research, create, and edit operational, instructional, maintenance, and test procedural documents in accordance with internal guidelines as well as industry standards and best practices.
  • Conduct interviews with and observe work performed by various users, technical staff, and production staff to gather data for documentation.
  • Gather photographs and other useful media to enhance and provide visual clarification of documents.
  • Research and translate technical information into manuals and / or documents for nontechnical and technical users.
  • May audit processes and specifications.
  • Produce work product that confirms to the company documentation and quality assurance standards.
  • Utilize Microsoft Office products (MS Word, etc.) to prepare documents.
  • Work on documentation of diverse scope.
  • Coordinate reviews and approvals of draft documents with subject matter experts prior to finalizing / releasing documents.
  • Interact with internal and external personnel at all levels.
  • Performs housekeeping and clean-up tasks as required
  • Performs all other duties requested, directed, or assigned

Education and Experience :

  • Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university in a related discipline and 10-15 years of directly related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 10 years hands-on experience with researching, creating, and editing manufacturing / test procedures, user manuals and other technical documentation.
  • Extensive manufacturing background with technical products.
  • ERP knowledge / experience; experience with IFS preferred
  • Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Extensive knowledge of gathering information for and creating technical documentation for manufacturing and testing of technical products.
  • Excellent information gathering skills.
  • Extensive knowledge of reading, interpreting, and understanding technical drawings, diagrams, procedures, manuals and instructions.
  • Exceptional ability in creating technical documentation for non-technical persons.
  • Ability to analyze and comprehend information and inquiries furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form.
  • Exceptional English grammar skills.
  • Ability to communicate professionally with individuals at all levels of the organization.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Good computer skills, especially MS Word, and ability to comprehend ERP.
  • Self-starter with ability to work effectively with limited supervision.
  • Physical and Mental Demands :

  • Ability to work in an office environment and a production environment.
  • Ability to observe and collect data on manufacturing and test processes / methods.
  • Ability to retain job related information and instructions.
  • Ability to read and accurately interpret information.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English with customers, coworkers and managers.
  • Ability to exchange accurate information.
  • Ability to prepare clear and concise technical documents that are easily understood by non-technical persons.
  • Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to distinguish colors, and ability to adjust focus.
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