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

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.

Benefits:

Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.

Compensation:

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.