Technical Document Writer

Siemens Energy; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Technical Writer in Bengaluru, India, to develop user-focused documentation for SCADA systems in wind turbine operations. You'll work collaboratively within a cross-functional team to produce accurate and comprehensive technical documents that support engineering and operational needs.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3 to 6 years of technical writing experience, particularly in the energy or automation sectors. Proficiency in tools like LaTeX and MS Office is essential.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of experience in technical writing.
• Solid understanding of SCADA systems and industrial networking.
• Experience in Agile engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain documentation for SCADA software.
• Develop installation and commissioning manuals.
• Document alarm handling and data logging processes.

Skills

Technical Communication

SCADA systems

Networking concepts

Technical writing

Agile environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

MS Office

Visio

LaTeX

Markdown

XML/DITA

Git

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

You will develop accurate, user‑centric, and technically sound documentation for SCADA systems in wind turbine operations, supporting engineering, commissioning, operations, and maintenance teams.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for SCADA software and network infrastructure
• Develop system architecture and topology diagrams
• Prepare network configuration guides (switches, routers, firewalls)
• Document communication protocols (e.g., IEC 60870-5-104, Modbus, OPC)
• Develop installation and commissioning manuals
• Define cybersecurity and access control procedures
• Document alarm handling and data logging processes
• Create end‑user and admin operation guides
• Develop assembly work instructions
• Prepare electrical work instructions and wiring routing for SCADA panels
• Work on product specifications and engineering circuit drawings
• Manage BoM and components documentation
• Translate complex engineering concepts into clear documentation for technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (SCADA engineers, software developers, OT/IT teams, vendors) to gather source content
• Use documentation tools such as MS Office, Excel, Visio, Markdown, LaTeX, XML/DITA, and version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Ensure consistency in format, terminology, and compliance with industry standards and company style guidelines
• Regularly update documentation based on system upgrades, regulatory changes, and new deployments

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with 3 to 6 years of experience
• Experience as a technical writer in the energy, automation, or SCADA domain
• Solid understanding of SCADA systems, industrial networking, and data acquisition principles
• Familiarity with wind turbine operations, control systems, and remote monitoring tools
• Strong grasp of networking concepts (TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, IP routing)
• Proficiency in creating structured technical documents using tools like MS Office, Excel, Visio, Xmetal, LaTeX, Markdown, or Sphinx
• Experience working in Agile engineering environments and interpreting technical drawings and network schematics using NX software / SEE Electrical software

About The Team

You will be part of a collaborative and cross‑functional team supporting SCADA systems and wind energy solutions. The team works closely across engineering, software, and operations functions to ensure accurate documentation and smooth system deployment.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.