Technical Writer

Our Client, a Business Manufacturing and Supply company, is looking for a Technical Writer for their Hickory, NC location.

Responsibilities: Develop, edit, and maintain technical documents, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, equipment manuals, process documentation, training materials, specifications, and troubleshooting guides. Interview and collaborate with subject-matter experts to gather, validate, and organize technical content. Translate complex engineering and operational information into clear, concise language appropriate for the intended audience. Create and update diagrams, screenshots, tables, and other supporting content to improve usability and comprehension.

Apply document templates, style guides, terminology standards, and revision-control requirements consistently. Manage document reviews, incorporate stakeholder feedback, and obtain required approvals within agreed timelines. Verify documentation against equipment, processes, drawings, and source materials to ensure accuracy and completeness. Maintain organized document repositories, revision histories, and status tracking. Identify documentation gaps and recommend improvements to content, structure, and document-development processes.

Support multiple assignments and priorities while meeting quality, schedule, confidentiality, and safety expectations.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Communications, English, or STEM field is preferred, but will consider candidates with extensive experience without the degree. Proven experience as a Technical Writer or in a similar role. Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to understand complex technical information and translate it for non-technical audiences. Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat or similar documentation software. Strong organizational and project management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications Experience documenting industrial equipment, automation systems, manufacturing processes, maintenance activities, or engineering projects. Familiarity with document control, quality management systems, change management, or regulated environments. Experience with SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, illustration or screen-capture tools, and content-management systems. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, process flows, equipment specifications, and technical data. Why Should You Apply? Health Benefits Referral Program