Specialist - Service Engineering (Technical Writer)

Nordex SE; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordex SE is seeking a Specialist in Service Engineering (Technical Writer) for their Chennai office. You will be responsible for translating retrofit instructions into service documentation and ensuring compliance with standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication or Engineering, with over 3 years of experience in technical writing. Proficiency in documentation tools and excellent communication skills are essential.

This position provides an opportunity to work within one of the largest companies in the wind industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in energy or industrial equipment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical/electrical systems, preferably wind turbines.
• Experience with retrofit or upgrade documentation.

Responsibilities

• Translate retrofit instructions into various service documentation formats.
• Develop and maintain service-related documents.
• Work closely with Service Engineers to validate retrofit procedures.

Skills

Technical writing

Mechanical systems understanding

Communication skills

Documentation tools proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication or Engineering

Tools

XML editors

CMS platforms

Adobe FrameMaker

MS Office

Job description

Specialist - Service Engineering (Technical Writer)

REQUISITION ID: 12488

LOCATION: Chennai, TN, IN, 600119

DEPARTMENT: Service

YOUR TASKS

• Translate retrofit instructions from Central Engineering (e.g., Technical Notifications) into Service Notifications and other service documentation formats
• Develop and maintain retrofit instructions including Technical Information (TInfos), Knowledge Articles, and other service-related documents
• Work closely with Service Engineers and Retrofit Managers to gather technical data and validate retrofit procedures
• Participate in technical reviews to ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all documentation adheres to internal standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
• Maintain version control and documentation integrity across platforms
• Identify opportunities to improve documentation processes and tools
• Stay updated on changes in retrofit procedures and turbine technologies

YOUR PROFILE

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in the energy or industrial equipment sector
• Strong understanding of mechanical/electrical systems, preferably wind turbines or similar machinery
• Proficiency in documentation tools (e.g., XML editors, CMS platforms, Adobe FrameMaker, MS Office)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret complex technical data and convert it into clear, structured documentation
• Familiarity with regulatory and safety standards in industrial environments
• Experience with retrofit or upgrade documentation
• Knowledge of service operations and lifecycle management

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

ABOUT THE NORDEX GROUP

The manufacture of wind energy plants in the on-shore segment has been our core competence and passion for around 40 years. With more than 57GW installed capacity worldwide, our turbines supply sustainable energy to more than 80% of the global energy market and we are one of the largest companies in the wind industry. National subsidiaries in more than 40 markets and production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the USA, Mexico and India offer our more than 10,400 employees the opportunity for international and intercultural cooperation.