Technical Illustrator Associate

Oshkosh Corporation•Oshkosh, WI

3d•$51,400 - $79,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Illustrator Associate role is responsible for writing and editing content for Parts Manuals and related technical publications in print or electronic media. Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (equivalent to six (6) years total in education and experience); or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the role.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical skills.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with CAD, Illustration, or Graphics artwork.
Experience effectively communicating with internal and external customers.
Self-starter, flexible, highly organized

Nice To Haves

Internal candidates may be considered for this role with fewer years of experience if they have demonstrated high performance in their current position for a minimum of one year, subject to approval by the appropriate skip-level manager and Human Resources.
Experience with the following software: PTC Illustrate, PTC IsoDraw, PTC Windchill, PTC Arbortext, PTC SIM, Creo Parametric, PowerPoint, SharePoint.

Responsibilities

Analyze new products and design changes to learn and understand technical manual requirements
Revise and update existing electronic parts list, and related material, using accepted practices with publishing software as required by engineering and supplier documentation.
Use software to retrieve, orient, explode individual components, and save it into a format to use with illustrating software.
Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings and other related engineering design and manufacturing documentation as required.
Gain understanding of bill of material and CN process
Upload manuals into Windchill.
Create Change Notices to release documentation to Online Express (insert segment websites).
Ensure work is kept to schedule, style, and quality
Participate in meetings and activities with engineering, service, marketing, and outside suppliers to understand technical publication requirements and foster relationships