Technical Writer

NAES•Issaquah, WA

6d•$36 - $41

About The Position

The Technical Writer produces technical documentation for a broad range of industrial equipment and systems, following PIC Group’s methodology, philosophy, and standards. Reporting to the Project Manager Documentation, the role supports construction, commissioning, and operations personnel by developing complex procedures, diagrams, manuals, and other field materials used to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, build, or repair equipment and systems. The position includes field validation and quality checks against as-built systems and equipment; independent work; coordination with clients; management of project document creation; and leadership of regular meetings with key stakeholders. The work includes researching and organizing source information, writing and revising technical materials, and maintaining documentation records and the Technical Library. The Technical Writer also performs on-site plant reviews and system walkdowns, develops familiarity with customer documentation needs, and continues learning about relevant industry and product technologies. The role requires the ability to work at a desk for extended periods and to conduct system walkdowns at client facilities, including climbing stairs and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. Employees participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, including a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. Extensive smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility. Employees are expected to remain mentally alert, work safely, and follow company safety rules, procedures, warnings, and posted signs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience in technical writing and using Microsoft Suite for technical writing applications.
Two years of operations experience in heavy industrial or power generation.
Strong working knowledge of and ability to read blueprints and schematics and interpret engineering documents, including P&IDs, electrical one-lines, product manuals, and logic diagrams.
Skill in technical writing and use of Microsoft Suite.
Ability to independently research, develop, and review new procedures and changes to existing procedures.
Ability to simplify moderately complex topics for lay audiences.
Strong attention to detail and written communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with internal and external parties.
Ability to work at a desk for extended periods.
Ability to perform system walkdowns at client facilities, including climbing stairs and wearing proper personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or an equivalent field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent.
PMP certification.
Experience with technical writing software applications such as AutoCAD.
Proficiency across mechanical, electrical, and controls disciplines, with broad project ownership and flexibility.

Responsibilities

Write installation, start-up, operating, and maintenance procedures and manuals for power plants.
Research and collect information from engineering documentation, drawings, and other relevant source materials.
Help maintain and follow procedure revision guidelines, standards, and writing guidelines under supervision.
Interview engineering, marketing, manufacturing, customer service, and other project team members to gather information.
Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate written material.
Organize and complete writing assignments according to standards for order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
Create field sketches to illustrate specified system layouts.
Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
Maintain the Technical Library, including gathering and sorting source and background materials.
Review published materials and revisions for changes in scope, format, and content.
Analyze developments in relevant fields to determine whether published materials need revision or new materials are needed.
Perform on-site plant reviews and system walkdowns.
Expand product knowledge through continuing education on documentation, industry technologies, and product technologies.
Maintain familiarity with customers, target audiences, and their documentation needs.
Conduct field validation and quality checks against as-built systems and equipment.
Coordinate with clients, manage project document creation, and lead regular meetings with key stakeholders.