Technical Writer

Job Overview
Develop product manuals, how-to guides, website help sections, journal articles, and other content that distills technical information with ease and clarity. Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.

Essential Functions
• 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.
• Edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers or establishment personnel.
• Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material.
• Interview production and engineering personnel and read journals and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods.
• Develop or maintain online help documentation.
• Assist in laying out material for publication.