Actalent
Job Title: Technical Writer
Job Description
We are seeking an Engineering Visualization & Documentation Specialist who will be responsible for creating and maintaining technical documentation and marketing materials. The ideal candidate will have experience in graphic design, engineering, or technical communication, and experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks. This role involves using Dassault Systèmes' Composer and Visualize software to create instruction manuals and marketing materials from CAD models. The position is open to candidates with an associate's degree plus relevant experience or a bachelor's degree.
Responsibilities
Essential Skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Work Environment
The role primarily involves maintaining and updating existing technical documentation rather than creating new content from scratch. The position is preferred to be on-site, but remote work options are available if needed. Training on specific software and processes will be provided for the successful candidate. The work environment is collaborative, requiring communication with multiple departments to complete projects.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $78000.00.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Quincy, IL.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 27, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description
We are seeking an Engineering Visualization & Documentation Specialist who will be responsible for creating and maintaining technical documentation and marketing materials. The ideal candidate will have experience in graphic design, engineering, or technical communication, and experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks. This role involves using Dassault Systèmes' Composer and Visualize software to create instruction manuals and marketing materials from CAD models. The position is open to candidates with an associate's degree plus relevant experience or a bachelor's degree.
Responsibilities
- Create Marketing Renderings per established templates
- Create renderings for E-parts store
- Create renderings from established product models
- Create product support bulletins for external customers
- Maintain organizational structure of documentation
- Complete renderings in appropriate timing
- Maintain a reasonable completion rate to manage backlog at an acceptable level
- Manage and present backlog and completion status in an easy-to-understand format
- Communicate with other departments to drive projects to completion
- Perform other duties, assignments and special projects as required
Essential Skills
- Experience with Graphic Design Tools/Software
- Strong Communication & Writing Skills
- Understanding of parts on a truck/hardware (e.g., Cab, Bolt, Flange)
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- CSWA, CSWP, Sheetmetal and drawing tools certifications
- AAS with at least 5 years of related experience or BSME with at least 2 years of experience
- SolidWorks Composer certification
- Good analytical and decision-making skills
- Ability to work with other departments to create detailed documents
- Proven technical writing and organizational skills
Work Environment
The role primarily involves maintaining and updating existing technical documentation rather than creating new content from scratch. The position is preferred to be on-site, but remote work options are available if needed. Training on specific software and processes will be provided for the successful candidate. The work environment is collaborative, requiring communication with multiple departments to complete projects.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $78000.00.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Quincy, IL.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 27, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr