HEPCO, Inc. · 2 months ago
Technical Writer II (On-site)
Sterling Heights, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$40/hr - $43/hr
2+ years expHEPCO, Inc. is seeking a Technical Writer II who excels at creating clear and user-friendly documentation from complex engineering data. The role involves collaborating with engineering teams to produce various technical documents that support product performance and customer success.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Create and update technical documentation that supports product operation, repair, maintenance, and marketing
Ensure all documents meet company standards, customer requirements, government specifications, and clear language guidelines
Use modern publishing tools to develop product descriptions, functional descriptions, operating procedures, troubleshooting steps, repair instructions, illustrated parts breakdowns, and supporting reports
Collaborate closely with engineering teams to fully understand systems and equipment before writing
Review engineering drawings and technical data and translate them into clear, accurate documentation
Support validation of written procedures when needed
Evaluate illustrations, graphics, and schematics and determine the best way to integrate them into documentation
Request updates or creation of new visual content to improve clarity
Provide input on project timelines, estimates, documentation format, and structure
Stay up to date on industry tools, trends, and best practices
Maintain a safe work environment and support company safety objectives
Qualification
Required
Working knowledge of hydraulics, mechanics, electronics, and system operations
Ability to translate highly technical engineering information into clear, understandable content
Working knowledge of publishing tools and XML authoring platforms such as Arbortext Epic Editor or Oxygen
Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience using Adobe Acrobat Professional or similar markup tools
Technical writing experience in mechanical, electrical, or operator documentation, ideally within the defense industry
Experience with validation, verification, or on-vehicle review is a plus
Content Management System experience is a plus
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams across multiple locations
Understanding of interactive electronic technical manual development and markup languages
Familiarity with military and commercial documentation standards
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, plus two additional years of technical writing experience
Preferred
Defense industry experience
Automotive industry experience
Benefits
Health Insurance
401k
Company
HEPCO, Inc.
HEPCO is an engineering staffing organization dedicated to providing technical industries with either contract or permanent personnel services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase