Mediabistro logo
job logo

Technical Writer

Acro, Warren, MI, United States


Job Title:- Technical Writer - Hybrid
Duration:- 12- Months- position (May go Longer)
Location:- Warren, Michigan
Shift:-
8am -5pm; core hours with flex
Job Responsibilities:
The main function of a Technical Writer is to write technical materials, such as equipment materials, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. A typical technical writer is responsible for organizing, editing and maintaining technical records and files.
• Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology
• Maintain records and files of work and revisions
• Confer with client to establish technical specifications and to determine subject material to be developed for publication
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science or English, journalism, communications
• 0-2 years experience required
• Experience in in creating documentation for a technical audience
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills
• Ability to read some programming code
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Develop and author mechanical service information procedures and related technical content for the following commodities:
Chassis, HVAC, Powertrain, Body, Interior, Exterior.
Edit existing content as required and assist in the resolution of content ownership globally
Use Teamcenter and Vis Mockup to create graphics from math data and Arbortext to develop the text of the procedures, crafting and using text strings when applicable.
Handle publication content by section, subsection, and information type.
Maintain contacts with the Design and Process Technology group for engineering math data availability issue resolution.
Work with other department functions and suppliers to implement cost reduction, methods improvement, product improvements, math improvements, while supporting all department programs.
Provides technical direction to support personnel, as required.
Communicates information to and from internal and external customer organizations.
Stays abreast of new technology and driven practices.
Work Site Description:
Preferred Work Schedule: 8am -5pm; core hours with flex