Technical Writer

Schneider Electric SE
  • Fairfield, OH
    2 days ago

    Job Description

    Schneider Electric is seeking a highly motivated Prefab Technical Writer to support its Prefabricated Modular Data Center solutions within the Data Center Systems organization. This role will transform complex engineering and project information into clear, accurate, and customer-ready documentation for prefabricated solutions, including power modules, power skids, data halls, all-in-one modules, IT pods. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineering, project execution, manufacturing, product management, technical experts, and other technical writers to develop documentation that supports the installation, operation, commissioning of prefabricated modular data center projects. This position requires strong technical writing, analytical thinking, attention to detail, stakeholder management, and the ability to interpret engineering information across electrical, mechanical, structural, and cooling disciplines. Key Responsibilities: Technical Documentation Development • Develop, revise, and maintain customer-facing technical documentation for prefabricated modular data center solutions. • Create installation manuals covering enclosure installation, electrical connections, hydraulic connections, and other project-specific installation requirements. • Develop operation manuals, technical specifications, and sequence-of-operation documents for the systems and equipment incorporated into each solution. • Clearly document procedures for operating primary equipment and provide appropriate references to original equipment manufacturer documentation. • Translate complex engineering content into clear, concise, and easy-to-understand instructions for technical audiences. • Develop and update technical images, diagrams, line art, tables, and other visual content required for final documentation. Engineering and Project Collaboration General • Work closely with project engineers, technical leads, subject-matter experts, factory personnel, R&D, product management, and project teams to gather and validate technical information. • Interpret engineering packages that may include 3D models, structural specifications, electrical specifications, cooling specifications, and auxiliary equipment information. • Conduct working sessions with subject-matter experts to resolve technical questions and documentation gaps. Document Review, Quality, and Governance • Support formal documentation reviews and release approvals. • Ensure documentation complies with applicable corporate standards, regulatory requirements, terminology guidelines, and localization needs. • Maintain a high level of consistency, accuracy, usability, and quality across all project documentation. • Manage document revisions, version control, release status, and updates in alignment with project and product lifecycle milestones. • Help establish standardized Prefab documentation formats, templates, style guidelines, and reusable content. Publishing • Prepare final approved documentation for release and upload it to the appropriate document repository. • Ensure final documentation is included in project handover packages. • Support publication and localization activities when documentation is required in additional languages. • Work independently on assigned projects while collaborating with the broader Data Center Systems technical-writing community. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in engineering, technical communication, or a related technical field. Electrical, mechanical, industrial, or systems engineering is preferred. General • One to three years of experience in technical writing, engineering documentation, product documentation, or a related discipline. • Demonstrated ability to translate complex engineering information into clear and accurate technical content. • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, technical specifications, and other engineering documentation. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. • Strong organizational, analytical, and project-management skills. • High level of attention to detail, consistency, and accuracy. • Ability to manage multiple projects, documentation revisions, and stakeholder reviews. • Ability to collaborate effectively with global, cross-functional, and technically diverse teams. • Understanding of document-control practices, revision management, and formal technical review processes. • Continuous improvement: Identifies opportunities to standardize templates, simplify workflows, and improve documentation quality. Why Join Schneider Electric? Join a global organization focused on sustainability, electrification, automation, and digital transformation. In this role, you will help shape how innovative prefabricated modular data center solutions are documented and experienced by customers. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams working on infrastructure that supports the rapidly evolving needs of data centers and high-density computing. You will also have the opportunity to improve documentation standards and processes across a growing portfolio of engineered and standardized Prefab solutions At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work. Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: "We see you. We value you". It's more than just pay and benefits- it's a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker. For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team: Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year. Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match. Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera. Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace. Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits. If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form. Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today! €40 billion global revenue +9% organic growth 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

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    LocationFairfield, OH

    Skills

    • 3D Modelingunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Audience Developmentunmatched
    • Automationunmatched
    • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
    • Commissioningunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Community Supportunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Data Qualityunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
    • Diversityunmatched
    • Document Managementunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Documentation Standardsunmatched
    • Educational Technologyunmatched
    • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Engineering Drawingunmatched
    • English Languageunmatched
    • Equipment Specificationunmatched
    • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
    • Installation Guideunmatched
    • Internet Securityunmatched
    • Manufacturing Managementunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Network Operations Centerunmatched
    • OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)unmatched
    • Operations Processesunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Product Documentationunmatched
    • Product Lifecycleunmatched
    • Product Managementunmatched
    • Project Engineeringunmatched
    • Project Executionunmatched
    • Project Lifecycleunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Research & Development (R&D)unmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM)unmatched
    • Support Documentationunmatched
    • Sustainabilityunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Leadershipunmatched
    • Technical Operationsunmatched
    • Technical Supportunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Workflow Analysisunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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