Workila is hiring: Technical Writer in Washington

Overview

The sheer scale of our capabilities and client engagements and the way we collaborate, operate and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity to grow and advance. Choose Workila, and make delivering innovative work part of your extraordinary career.
Job Description

The technical writer is responsible for writing and editing technical documents for projects. This person must have excellent research skills, must be able to organize their ideas, and be able to translate technical terms into text that any reader may understand.
Roles and Responsibilities

Manage multiple assignments simultaneously, while working independently and with others.
As an integral part of the cross-functional project team, learn about its products by hands-on experience.
Complete writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
Confer with business representatives and technical team to establish technical specifications and to determine subject material to be developed for publication.
Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material.
Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence.
Interview technical representatives and read requirements, technical specifications, product designs, and other materials to become familiar with product technologies and production methods.
Develop and maintain installation, configuration and technical how-to documentation.
Job Requirements

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a technical writing role.
Advanced computer skills especially Microsoft Office Tools and Microsoft Visio, Acrobat Pro.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Flexible and able to interact with all levels in the organization.
Highly motivated individual able to grasp complex software and learn quickly.
Demonstrated ability to work within tight deadlines.
Special Skill Set

Business Objects
MS Office 2010
MS SharePoint 2010
MS Visio 2010
HP-ALM
Web Services
Technical documentation
Duration

12+ Months
Interview format

1st – Phone Screen, 2nd – In Person Interview or Skype
Additional Information

Apply online by clicking on green label "I am Interested" or call if you have any question; however applying online is the best way to apply.

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