Technical Writer, Engineering

ElDorado National California • Riverside, CA

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for creating, revising, and maintaining technical documentation, service manuals, operator manuals, and manufacturing work instructions for transit buses. Ensures all technical documents are accurate, user-friendly, and comply with industry standards and customer requirements. Collaborates closely with Engineering, Production, and Customer Care to gather product data and translates it into clear technical publications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Engineering, or a related field required.
• 3-5 years of technical writing experience, preferably in automotive, aerospace, or heavy-duty transit manufacturing.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in desktop publishing and authoring tools (e.g. Adobe Technical Communication Suite, MadCap Flare, Microsoft Office)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings schematics, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a strong command of technical English.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with 3D CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks) for extracting illustrations is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and maintain complex technical publications including service manuals, operator manuals, parts catalogs, and maintenance guides for transit buses.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to gather technical specifications and translate them into easily understandable documentation.
• Create and update manufacturing work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Manage documentation revisions through the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process.
• Take and utilize digital photographs and CAD Models (e.g. SolidWorks) to create clear visual aids and illustrations for technical documents
• Ensure all documentation complies with safety regulations, APTA guidelines, and specific transit agency contractual requirements.

Benefits

• Medical (including FSA & HSA), dental, vision, life and disability insurance, EAP, mental health, and wellness programs
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and twelve (12) paid holidays
• Employee referral program
• Career growth and development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level