Technical Writer Job at Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA in Kennesaw

Technical Writer

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA – Kennesaw, GA

Overview: Join Yamaha Motor Corporation’s technical content team as a Technical Writer. In this role you will create, review, and edit a wide variety of documents—including product recalls, technical bulletins, sales and marketing materials, and internal communications—to ensure they are clear, accurate, and compliant with Yamaha’s standards and legal guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Write and/or review and edit technical bulletins, product recalls, and other safety, technical, warranty, and service‑related documents prior to printing to be sure they are clearly written and free of questionable information. Work with the Legal Team and technical staff to ensure accuracy.
• Edit product labels, specifically Yamalube® oil and chemical products, and confirm that the content meets applicable industry and regulatory standards.
• Write and/or edit divisional sales and marketing content, including copy for catalogs, product brochures, manuals, other promotional materials, internal corporate communications, course/training textbooks and materials, and contracts and forms.
• Develop a strong understanding of Yamaha’s legal guidelines, standards, and responsibilities pertaining to product liability, safety, risk management, intellectual property, government relations, compliance, trademarks, etc. Ensure said guidelines are strictly followed in all content created and/or edited.
• Write and proofread other documents as needed, with emphasis on creativity, style, grammar, spelling, clarity, and adherence to Yamaha guidelines.
• Promote a consistent corporate identity by working within and enforcing established Yamaha visual identity guidelines and internal Yamaha Style Guide.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Writing, English, Journalism, or related discipline is preferred but not required in lieu of solid, writing‑based work experience that can be demonstrated with a strong portfolio of technical writing samples.
• Proficient in MS Office (specifically Word and Excel) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Very strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• The ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure, deadline‑oriented environment where excellent time management is critical.
• Familiarity/experience in the motorsports market and technical/mechanical product knowledge a plus.

What’s in it for you

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Fertility Benefits
• 37.5 hour work‑week
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Short‑Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles)
• Long‑Term Disability
• Student Debt Repayment Benefits
• Ability to borrow Yamaha product

Reports to

Department Manager

Equality Statement

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.