Automotive Technical Writer

Summary:

The main function of a Technical Writer is to write technical materials, such as equipment materials, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. A typical technical writer is responsible for organizing, editing and maintaining technical records and files.



Specific Responsibilities of this Position:

* Develop and author mechanical service information procedures and related technical content for the following commodities: Chassis, HVAC, Powertrain, Body, Interior, and Exterior.

* Edit existing mechanical service information content as required

* Utilize Teamcenter and Vis Mockup to create graphics from math data.

* Utilize Arbortext to develop the text of the procedures, while creating and using text strings when applicable.

* Manage publication content by section, subsection and information type

* Communicates information to and from internal and external customer organizations

* Proficient with use of MS Excel, MS Word, and Arbortext.

* Knowledge using CAD visualization techniques, with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup preferred

* Illustration and graphics development skills preferred

* Technical writing background is preferred

* Dealership experience as a technician preferred

* Good organizational skills

* Ability to clearly communicate complex subject matter

* Good oral and written communication skills

* Good level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others

* Ability to work independently and with others

* Ability to work in a production-based environment with adherence to delivery schedule timing.

Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science or English, journalism, communications

2+ years experience as an Automotive Technician

- Hands on vehicle experience (tear-downs)

Experience in in creating documentation for a technical audience

Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills

Ability to read some programming code

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Chassis Experience

CAD experience

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.