Technical Writer

Ursus, Inc.

Hayward, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$50–$60.85 Per Hour

SKILLS

Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, Atlassian JIRA, Automotive Automation, Automotive Industry, Automotive Manufacturing, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer/Client Research, Detail Oriented, Document Imaging, Documentation, Documentation Standards, Editing, Electricity, High Tech Industry, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Online Training, Operations Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Support Documentation, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Time Management, Usability Engineering, Web Programming, Writing Skills, XML Editors

LOCATION

Hayward, CA

POSTED

30+ days ago

JOB TITLE: Technical Writer
LOCATION: 50% Foster City, CA (Lincoln Center) and 50% Hayward, CA (Clawiter)
PAY RANGE: $50 - $60/hr.
DURATION: 6 Months

TOP 3 SKILLS:

6 7 years of Technical Writing experience, preferably supporting manufacturing procedures within automotive, EV, or high-tech environments.
Strong experience with technical documentation tools including Oxygen XML Editor, MS Office, Google Suite, Adobe Photoshop/Acrobat, and platforms such as Articulate, JIRA, and Confluence.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, technicians, TPMs, and leadership while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Job Description:
As a Technical Writer within the Manufacturing Operations department, you will research, author, edit, and publish comprehensive documentation supporting the manufacturing and serviceability processes and procedures for our autonomous vehicle production and maintenance. Working closely with engineers, technicians, and quality assurance personnel, you will translate technical information into clear and concise documentation to ensure operational efficiency and product quality.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, and managers to understand project requirements and concepts thoroughly.
Coordinate with the Technical Program Manager (TPM) and Leadership to ensure the consistency of documentation standards, styles, and priorities.
Strategize and deliver documentation guides in accordance with project timelines.
Demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills, adept at crafting compelling technical content, and exhibit strong time management abilities.
Develop digital documentation, including images, while adhering to established style and platform standards.
Developing web-based training, using Articulate.
Partner with technicians and engineers to gain a comprehensive understanding of process intricacies and fulfill objectives.
Solicit and integrate customer feedback on documentation to optimize usability.
Drive completion of projects and tasks.

Requirements:

6 7 years of experience as a technical writer, preferably in manufacturing procedures.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in writing and editing.
Strong written and oral communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Proficiency in Oxygen XML Editor, MS Office, Google Suite, and Adobe (Photoshop, Acrobat).
Ability to capture and enhance digital photographs.
Capability to manage workload efficiently amidst changing priorities while meeting project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with manufacturing content in the automotive, EV industry, and/or high-tech sectors.
Familiarity with Dozuki, Articulate, Slack, CATIA, JIRA, Confluence, Document Management tools, PLM.

Bonus Qualifications:

Technical acumen in electrical, mechanical, automotive, and/or sensor hardware.

BENEFITS SUMMARY: Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.

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