EPC Power is hiring: Technical Writer in Poway

Technical Writer

As a Technical Writer, you will develop, maintain, and continuously improve manufacturing and technical documentation supporting EPC Power's engineering, production, and supplier operations. This role works closely with engineers, product managers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to translate complex technical information into clear, accurate, and standardized documentation used across production, installation, and service environments.
This position requires a detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative individual with strong written communication skills and the ability to quickly understand technical systems and processes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong aptitude for documentation standardization, usability, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.
Requirements
Produce and maintain high-quality documentation, including manufacturer work instructions, installation and assembly guides, and equipment SOP and maintenance documentation
Author and manage documentation within EPC Power's Manufacturing Execution System (MES – PICO) and related systems
Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and suppliers to gather detailed technical information, product specifications, and process knowledge
Review engineering drawings, specifications, and change documentation to ensure technical accuracy and alignment
Translate complex technical concepts and terminology into clear, concise, and actionable documentation for diverse audiences
Revise and update existing documentation to reflect product changes, process updates, new features, and user feedback
Adhere to and support the maintenance of internal documentation standards and style guides, ensuring consistency in terminology, tone, and formatting
Create or incorporate diagrams, flowcharts, screenshots, and other visual aids to improve usability and comprehension
Analyze existing documentation for reuse, modularization, and single-sourcing opportunities
Support usability reviews or testing efforts to improve documentation effectiveness
Perform other related duties as assigned by management
Required Qualifications
2–5+ years of technical writing experience, preferably in an engineering or manufacturing environment
Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Computer Science, or a related field
Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to quickly understand and document complex technical systems and terminology
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple documentation deliverables
Familiarity working within Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environments
Experience reviewing and interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and structured technical data
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently and adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or hardware-based documentation
Familiarity with structured authoring, modular documentation, or single-source content strategies
Experience creating visual technical documentation assets (diagrams, process flows, visual work instructions)
Benefits
401(k) with company matching
Medical dental, and vision insurance
Disability and life insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Incentive Program (EIP)
EPC Power is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.