Technical Writer

RFA Engineering•Alachua, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

RFA Engineering is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to join their engineering team. This full-time, onsite position will involve working closely with engineering, manufacturing, service, and product support teams to create, maintain, and improve technical documentation for complex equipment and systems. The documentation will be used by operators, technicians, and customers, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and user-friendliness. The role offers opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by customers, and internal advancement within RFA Engineering.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, Engineering Technology, English, or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered.
Experience creating technical documentation for industrial equipment, heavy equipment, manufacturing, or similar industries.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
Strong written communication, editing, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical publishing/document management tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience with content management systems (CMS), ERP systems, and document control processes.
Familiarity with Teamcenter, Adobe Creative Suite, FrameMaker, or similar technical publishing software.
Understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
Knowledge of engineering change processes and industry quality standards.
Experience developing service, maintenance, or operator documentation for complex equipment.

Responsibilities

Create, edit, and maintain technical manuals, service guides, maintenance procedures, and product documentation.
Review engineering drawings, specifications, and change documentation to develop clear operating and maintenance instructions.
Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with applicable industry standards and company requirements.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, service, and product support teams to gather technical information.
Support continuous improvement of documentation processes, tools, and delivery methods.
Maintain document revisions and updates as products and systems evolve.
Assist internal teams with technical communication and documentation best practices.
Support engineering change management activities and documentation updates.