Softworld, a Kelly Company
Technical Writer
Softworld, a Kelly Company, Lexington, Kentucky, United States, 40502
Technical WriterWorksite location
Lexington, MA, 02421 (Hybrid)Duration:
3+ years
Our client is recruiting for a Technical Writer with proven technical writing experience in Hardware and/or Fabrication documentation, excellent time-management and communication skills, and the ability to function well in a team environment.
Description:This is a dynamic engineering environment where design modifications are always in flux. The primary documentation task is to produce comprehensive assembly and test procedures that are clear and easy to use. The technical writer will develop system level documentation and assembly and test procedures in partnership with technicians, engineers, and program managers, and:-Employ photos, diagrams, and tables to enhance technical content-Participate in project team meetings and project reviews as needed-Maintain document configuration control
The successful candidate will also be expected to assist with maintaining web pages and wikis and to assist with preparation of presentations and reports, including preparing graphical content.
The group is increasing the use of digital tools including Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) and a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool to help generate and maintain documentation. Successful candidates will be expected to work with these tools.
Required:The technical writer must be experienced in the needs of an engineering and fabrication environment, pay attention to detail, and work with a variety of interdisciplinary teams to determine documentation needs and solutions that meet the rigorous criteria of both Lincoln Laboratory and government standards.Minimum education requirements are a BS/BA with proven writing, copy editing and organizational skills.The candidate should have five or more years of experience in technical writing, three of which should include hardware documentation.The candidate must be a self-starter and able to manage a diverse work load.Computer skill requirements include MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, PowerPoint and Project.
Preferred:A background in science and/or technology is preferred.
Lexington, MA, 02421 (Hybrid)Duration:
3+ years
Our client is recruiting for a Technical Writer with proven technical writing experience in Hardware and/or Fabrication documentation, excellent time-management and communication skills, and the ability to function well in a team environment.
Description:This is a dynamic engineering environment where design modifications are always in flux. The primary documentation task is to produce comprehensive assembly and test procedures that are clear and easy to use. The technical writer will develop system level documentation and assembly and test procedures in partnership with technicians, engineers, and program managers, and:-Employ photos, diagrams, and tables to enhance technical content-Participate in project team meetings and project reviews as needed-Maintain document configuration control
The successful candidate will also be expected to assist with maintaining web pages and wikis and to assist with preparation of presentations and reports, including preparing graphical content.
The group is increasing the use of digital tools including Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) and a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool to help generate and maintain documentation. Successful candidates will be expected to work with these tools.
Required:The technical writer must be experienced in the needs of an engineering and fabrication environment, pay attention to detail, and work with a variety of interdisciplinary teams to determine documentation needs and solutions that meet the rigorous criteria of both Lincoln Laboratory and government standards.Minimum education requirements are a BS/BA with proven writing, copy editing and organizational skills.The candidate should have five or more years of experience in technical writing, three of which should include hardware documentation.The candidate must be a self-starter and able to manage a diverse work load.Computer skill requirements include MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, PowerPoint and Project.
Preferred:A background in science and/or technology is preferred.