Role Clarity
The Technical Writer plays a key role in bringing products to market by creating clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation for U.S. and international launches. In partnership with Engineering, Product Management, Compliance, and Supply Chain, this role translates complex product information into compliant, well-structured manuals and supporting materials.
Essential Job Functions
Documentation Development & Production
- 01Collaborate cross-functionally in the creation and revision of user manuals for U.S. and international product launches.
- 02Write, edit, proofread, and finalize technical documentation in electronic and print-ready formats.
- 03Manage layout, formatting, and production of manuals using Adobe Creative Cloud InDesign or similar document layout software.
- 04Draft and maintain documentation templates, formatting standards, and style guides to ensure consistency and brand alignment.
- 05Coordinate manual review cycles, incorporate revisions, and track documentation through final approval.
- 06Facilitate documentation handoffs to the Supply Chain team and support the production approval process.
Product Requirements & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- 07Partner with Engineering/Compliance and Product Management to gather and document product requirements.
- 08Assist in drafting and refining Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) and feature specifications.
- 09Create process flow diagrams, operating procedures, implementation plans, and product change documentation.
- 10Organize and facilitate requirements-gathering sessions and documentation review meetings.
- 11Support Product Management in documenting feature updates and engineering change requests to ensure clarity and cross-functional alignment.
Regulatory Compliance & Global Support
- 12Align with partners internally to ensure manuals meet U.S., EU, and other international regulatory requirements, including CE standards, safety warnings, and labeling standards.
- 13Coordinate translation and localization efforts for international markets.
Documentation Systems & Process Management
- 14Maintain a centralized electronic documentation library and document control processes.
- 15Continuously improve documentation workflows, standards, and version control practices.
- 16Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience
- 17Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technical Communication, Engineering, English, Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience
- 180 to 2 years of experience in technical writing, business analysis, or related role.
- 19Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign preferred.
- 20Experience drafting structured documentation such as requirements, SOPs, or technical specifications.
- 21Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- 22Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- 23Ability to adapt to changing priorities and ask effective questions to clarify assignments and requirements.
Bonus Skills and Abilities
- 24Experience working cross-functionally with project management, engineering and product teams.
- 25Experience in consumer durables, or mechanical products preferred.
- 26Familiarity with international regulatory documentation (CE marking, EU directives, safety standards) preferred.
- 27General woodworking knowledge or experience is a plus, but not required.
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