
Technical Writer
Culligan International, Rosemont, IL, United States
The Technical Writer is responsible for creating and maintaining world-class product documentation, including dealer installation manuals, owner’s guides, service documentation, and training materials. The role bridges engineering concepts and end-user needs by producing clear, structured, and engaging technical content that supports customers and field personnel. This position will partner with cross-functional teams and leverage modern tools, including AI-assisted technologies, to accelerate content creation and maintain high standards of accuracy and usability.
Responsibilities:
- Own the process of creating and revising technical manuals, installation guides, owner’s guides, troubleshooting guides, training materials, and related deliverables by researching, writing, editing, and updating the materials.
- Translate complex technical specs and procedures into clear, audience-appropriate language.
- Ensure consistency in style, tone, formatting, and structural standards across product documentation.
- Create or collaborate on visuals — renderings, diagrams, charts, tables, photographs, schematics — that improve clarity and usability.
- Work with engineers and designers to incorporate accurate product graphics and illustrations.
- Apply standardized templates, style guides, and publishing workflows.
- Manage version control, review cycles, and documentation release schedules aligned to product launches.
- Optimize documentation for multiple delivery formats (print, digital, web).
- Engage with Engineering, Product Management, Technical Services, Quality, and Support teams to validate content.
- Collect and incorporate feedback to continuously improve documentation quality.
- Identify and implement process improvements to accelerate documentation quality and delivery.
- Stay current on best practices in technical communication and documentation tooling.
- Perform other responsibilities as needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, English, Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of technical writing experience — preferably in manufacturing, industrial products, electronics, or similar sectors.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
- Ability to interpret technical information (engineering drawings, specifications, procedures).
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects.
- Experience working with quality and regulatory documentation standards.
- Adept with basic documentation tools (e.g., Adobe InDesign/FrameMaker, Microsoft Word, Visio).
- Experience working with AI & Advanced Tools
- AI writing tools for drafting, summarizing, and revising technical content. (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT)
- AI-enabled content imaging or diagram creation tools to produce clear visuals, flowcharts, and schematics. (e.g., Adobe Firefly, AI plugins for Visio/Figma)
- Data Visualization tools that generate tables, graphs, and technical comparisons efficiently from structured inputs.
- Documentation AI platform tools that integrate AI support for content reuse, indexing, and generation (e.g. MadCap Flare, Document 360, FrameMaker)
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies in this position.
Interpersonal Problem-solving Adaptability
Planning/organizing Quality control Independence
Detail Oriented Team Player Oral & Written communication
Target Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 per year. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for competitive benefits, including paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, disability benefits and 401(k).