Technical Writer

Basic Job Functions:

The Technical Writer is responsible for creating, editing, and updating high quality, clear, and concise documentation including product manuals, service bulletins, and work instructions. The Technical Writer is expected to work closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, technical support, and marketing to develop knowledge in a complete and professional manner.

This is a hybrid remote position. During the probationary period, the Technical Writer is expected to be in the Jackson, WI office at least 3 days a week, with occasional days in Hartford, WI. Following the probationary period, the Technical Writer is expected to be in the office on a monthly rotation of one week per month (3-4 days onsite that week). 

• Create, edit, and update documentation including installation manuals, owner’s manuals, service bulletins, work instructions, and other documentation resources
• Create illustrations including exploded views, parts lists, and cutaway drawings based on engineering drawings and CAD models
• Communicate and coordinate with internal departments to build an in-depth understanding of the products and the documentation requirements
• Produce high quality documentation that meets internal style guide requirements and applicable standards and is appropriate for the intended audience
• Modify and maintain document development and long-term storage architecture

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3-6 years of experience in technical writing or equivalent
• Knowledge of technical communication standards, practices and style, and advanced writing skills with strong grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Adobe InDesign experience required
• Adobe Illustrator experience required
• Adobe Photoshop experience required
• Microsoft Office skills required
• High attention to detail and accuracy required
• Hands-on attitude to learning high speed doors, including the ability and willingness to work at height (6-8 feet)
• High level of writing skills with strong grammar, punctuation, and spelling ability. High attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions and blueprints.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with proven ability to problem solve, troubleshoot, and manage multiple diverse projects.
• Superb judgment and integrity, including excellent decision-making skills and a bias to action.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools as required, typically used in verification of procedures on doors in the training center.
• Travel requirements to include occasional installation site visit (4 times per year), typically local.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CAD or 3D modeling experience 
• SolidWorks Composer 2023 experience 
• Mechanical experience and knowledge
• Experience with higher complexity products  
• Associate's degree (A. A.), bachelor’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.