Technical Writer

Description:

• Independently research, write, rewrite, edit, and proofread technical material for engineering documentation and publications.
• Determine the information required for each document and work with engineers, technicians, and other personnel to collect technical or procedural input.
• Create and modify documents in MS Word and photographs in Photoshop.
• Translate technical information into clear, readable documents.
• Review documentation prepared by other department members to ensure editorial and technical quality.
• Coordinate document production from initial concepts to hard and soft copy distribution.
• Maintain configuration management of all text and graphic files, as well as any hard copy inputs that are used.
• Create and maintain the style guide and procedures manual that meet the specific needs of Well Site Services.
• Create technical document templates with the aid of provided examples.
• Convert .pdf documents to Microsoft Word.
• Be able to extract drawings and diagrams from AutoCad and/or SolidWorks with little or no training.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must follow all safety and environmental policies and programs; must be able to use personal safety devices as required by company policy; report any activities that could be detrimental to safety and/or the loss of productivity; report any injuries when they occur.
• Perform other related duties as prescribed by the reporting manager.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BA in English, Communication, or technical related field in Engineering, with 5 years of experience in technical writing.
• Five (5) years of experience in writing end-user procedure documentation.
• Five (5) years of experience in MS Office Suite and Adobe Pro.
• Some knowledge of ACAD and Solid Works is a plus but not required.
• Some knowledge of oilfield equipment is a plus but not required