Job Title: Technical Writer I FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Engineering Reports to: Manager, Technical Communications GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: The Technical Writer is responsible for developing high-quality documentation including Operator Manuals, Maintenance Instructions, Troubleshooting Guides, and Lockout/Tagout documents using a content management system to facilitate internal and external customer product familiarity. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Functional & Technical Skills
- Write a variety of technical manual types based on complex engineering design and maintenance information.
- Apply structured authoring techniques, tools, standards, and processes to create documentation deliverables.
- Track and report the progress of projects against defined schedules.
Operational Excellence
- Work with engineering to plan, develop, and deliver product documentation on-time.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: BS in Technical Communication, Engineering, or related area Experience: 0+ years of experience in technical writing; familiar with structured authoring. Experience with desktop publishing and illustration software Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of business software including Microsoft Office suite
- Basic understanding of mechanical engineering or fluid power concepts, including hydraulics and compressed air
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Familiar with Component Content Management Systems, preferably DITA/XML.
- Knowledge of Simplified Technical English (STE) standards
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: This position requires successful completion of:
- Current and prior relevant employment experience will be verified to confirm the candidate meets the minimum required years of experience for the position.
- Post-secondary education at the associate degree level or higher will be verified, including degree(s) earned and dates of completion.
- All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident drug and/or alcohol testing in compliance with federal regulations and company policy. Corporate non safety applicants are subject to drug test.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Office deskwork, sitting, walking, using phone & computer
- May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally
Job Title: Technical Writer I FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Engineering Reports to: Manager, Technical Communications GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: The Technical Writer is responsible for developing high-quality documentation including Operator Manuals, Maintenance Instructions, Troubleshooting Guides, and Lockout/Tagout documents using a content management system to facilitate internal and external customer product familiarity. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Functional & Technical Skills
- Write a variety of technical manual types based on complex engineering design and maintenance information.
- Apply structured authoring techniques, tools, standards, and processes to create documentation deliverables.
- Track and report the progress of projects against defined schedules.
Operational Excellence
- Work with engineering to plan, develop, and deliver product documentation on-time.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: BS in Technical Communication, Engineering, or related area Experience: 0+ years of experience in technical writing; familiar with structured authoring. Experience with desktop publishing and illustration software Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of business software including Microsoft Office suite
- Basic understanding of mechanical engineering or fluid power concepts, including hydraulics and compressed air
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Familiar with Component Content Management Systems, preferably DITA/XML.
- Knowledge of Simplified Technical English (STE) standards
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: This position requires successful completion of:
- Current and prior relevant employment experience will be verified to confirm the candidate meets the minimum required years of experience for the position.
- Post-secondary education at the associate degree level or higher will be verified, including degree(s) earned and dates of completion.
- All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident drug and/or alcohol testing in compliance with federal regulations and company policy. Corporate non safety applicants are subject to drug test.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Office deskwork, sitting, walking, using phone & computer
- May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally
Job Title: Technical Writer I FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Engineering Reports to: Manager, Technical Communications GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: The Technical Writer is responsible for developing high-quality documentation including Operator Manuals, Maintenance Instructions, Troubleshooting Guides, and Lockout/Tagout documents using a content management system to facilitate internal and external customer product familiarity. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Functional & Technical Skills
- Write a variety of technical manual types based on complex engineering design and maintenance information.
- Apply structured authoring techniques, tools, standards, and processes to create documentation deliverables.
- Track and report the progress of projects against defined schedules.
Operational Excellence
- Work with engineering to plan, develop, and deliver product documentation on-time.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: BS in Technical Communication, Engineering, or related area Experience: 0+ years of experience in technical writing; familiar with structured authoring. Experience with desktop publishing and illustration software Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of business software including Microsoft Office suite
- Basic understanding of mechanical engineering or fluid power concepts, including hydraulics and compressed air
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Familiar with Component Content Management Systems, preferably DITA/XML.
- Knowledge of Simplified Technical English (STE) standards
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: This position requires successful completion of:
- Current and prior relevant employment experience will be verified to confirm the candidate meets the minimum required years of experience for the position.
- Post-secondary education at the associate degree level or higher will be verified, including degree(s) earned and dates of completion.
- All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident drug and/or alcohol testing in compliance with federal regulations and company policy. Corporate non safety applicants are subject to drug test.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Office deskwork, sitting, walking, using phone & computer
- May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally
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Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.
Mar 12, 2026