Technical Writer III

Post Date

Dec 18, 2023

Location

Houston,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

77046
US
Jun 04, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Technical Writer

Req #

HOU-670759

Pay Rate

$36 - $55 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

A premier O&G operator in Houston, TX is looking for a Technical Writer III to join their Subsurface Engineering team. The Technical Writer will be responsible for creating a variety of high-quality documents, including weekly reports, newsletters, maintenance procedures, permit requests, technical papers, field development plans, concession proposals, and other technical documents as required.



Responsibilities:

-Develop clear, concise, comprehensive documentation that conforms to corporate standards



-Compile, format, and edit complex technical information into understandable, professional documents using the SPE Style Guide and corporate branded templates



-Edit abstracts and technical paper submissions and administer the in-house approval process



-Ensure that documents are completed on time and conform to the client's communication policies and standards



-Create tutorials and provide coaching to help colleagues improve the quality of their technical writing

Required Skills & Experience

5-15 years of experience in Technical Writing within the upstream O&G industry



Proficient in O&G terminology (specifically Geology and Reservoir Engineering terminology)



Proficient in MS Word



Bachelor's degree

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Society of Petroleum Engineering style guide experience



Professional certification (e.g., Society of Professional Communication)



Photoshop & Adobe 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.