Technical Writer, LFP Cell Manufacturing

Tesla • Sparks, NV

115d

About The Position

The Technical Writer will work alongside Engineers and other Technical Writers to document the details of manufacturing processes and equipment operation. The ideal candidate is familiar with technical writing and can quickly capture information with notes, recordings, and photographs, and then transform this information into clear Manufacturing Instructions (MIs), visual aids, training checklists, and maintenance instructions. MIs are the singular record of how Teslas products are assembled, making them the processes that hundreds of our Production Associates follow.

Requirements

• Familiarity with technical writing
• Ability to quickly capture information with notes, recordings, and photographs
• Experience creating process documentation
• Excellent listening and observation skills
• Organized with meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrated excellence in digital photography
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment
• Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings

Responsibilities

• Format and edit digital images, including image size and resolution, color brightness and contrast, rotation and cropping, etc.
• Research and gather information, working with subject matter experts (SMEs), product teams, and other internal/external sources to understand technical details
• Translate complex information, breaking down complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and easy-to-understand language for the target audience
• Organize and structure content, present information logically, ensuring accessibility and readability
• Edit and proofread, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to style guides and industry standards
• Analyze existing processes, identifying bottlenecks, and developing solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Coordinate with training and nesting team members and provide ongoing support, ensuring they are up to date with the current process and working closely with different departments streamlining operations and implementing process improvements
• Experience creating process documentation that clearly and efficiently communicates concepts, ideas, and instructions
• Excellent listening and observation skills, organized with meticulous attention to detail, and ability to translate verbal information into clearly written procedure
• Demonstrated excellence in digital photography including but not limited to the following: still and motion photography, attention to aspect ratio and subject framing, ability to use macro features to capture close-up detail, and manipulation of files between camera and computer
• Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment is a plus
• Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings is a plus
• Ability to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines (simultaneously managing multiple documentation projects)
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills, with a proficiency in English grammar, spelling and punctuation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees