Technical Writer Job at The E Group in Birmingham

Job Title: Technical Writer 2

Date Posted: 1/10/2025

Job Type: Contract Full Time

Immediate W2 contract position available in Birmingham, AL

Estimated Duration: 3 years

JOB DESCRIPTION:

·         Applicants should not be excluded solely for not having the number of years of service listed in the description.

·         5-10 years of experience in technical writing and communication.

·         Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand product details and requirements.

·         Research, write, edit, and proofread technical data to produce clear and concise documentation for technical and non-technical users.

·         Create, maintain, and update user manuals, technical manuals, online help systems, training materials, and other technical documents.

·         Use illustrations, diagrams, and charts to increase users' understanding.

·         Ensure consistency in content by adhering to company style guidelines.

·         Manage updates and revisions to existing documentation.

·         Translate technical terminologies into text that can be easily understood by the target audience.

·         Gather user feedback on documentation to improve usability.

·         Stay updated with the latest documentation tools and best practices.

·         Participate in product development meetings to stay informed about upcoming changes and product releases.

JOB SUMMARY:

·         This position is a technical resource for the company to assist publications within Safety and Health.

·         This individual will consult and collaborate with project stakeholders to plan, design, develop, and produce publications that enhance employee comprehension and are appropriate for the intended audience.

·         Publications may include but are not limited to policies, procedures, guidelines, manuals, emails, memos, meeting transcription reports, presentation slide decks, executive summaries, and “one-pagers.”

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Transcribe meeting minutes during safety incident investigations and create succinct reports based on the minutes in a timely manner.

·         Review and edit safety program guides, guidelines, procedures, and forms for consistency and readability.

·         Write safety communication and engagement materials, such as presentations, emails, memos, alerts, and safety topics.

·         Attend and provide on-site support for employee safety events.

Education and Experience:

·         Bachelor's degree or higher is preferred

·         Must demonstrate behaviors consistent with Our Values

Knowledge and Skills:

·         Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of grammar, style, punctuation, and editorial principles.

·         Demonstrated ability to understand complex information and communicate the information to people with diverse professional backgrounds.

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

·         Experience with SharePoint and Teams is strongly preferred.

·         Organizational and time management skills to ensure timely completion of work.

·         Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with project stakeholders ranging from executives to field personnel.

·         Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as under direct supervision or in a team environment.

·         Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

·         Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks.

·         Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills; ability to visual

·         Familiarity with safety and/or engineering terminology is a plus.

SPECIAL NOTES:

·         Candidate needs to be flexible and have a can do attitude as they may help support more than one department.

·         They should be highly organized, professional, and willing to pitch in whenever needed even outside of everyday tasks