Technical Writer - Spare Parts

Alten; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Alten in Bengaluru seeks a technically skilled Documentation Writer to develop and maintain automotive spare parts catalogs. You will work with engineering data, BOM structures and PDM/PLM tools to ensure accurate, high-quality deliverables and support process improvements.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of automotive technical documentation experience, strong English skills, and proficiency with WINDCHILL and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
• 3–5 years of experience in automotive as Technical Documentation.
• Experience in Parts Catalogue/Technical Documentation within automotive or similar domain.
• Knowledge of PDM/PLM workflows and engineering data handling.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage end-to-end creation and revision of spare parts catalogues using WINDCHILL or similar PDM/PLM/Authoring tools
• Create and revise technical illustrations using tools such as CorelDRAW or similar software
• Lead and execute engineering change workflows (DCN/ECN), ensuring accuracy and timely deliveries
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, CAD data and BOM structures to develop and validate product information
• Perform quality checks, identify recurring defects, and drive RCA with corrective and preventive actions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for data validation
• Monitor workflow progress, prioritize tasks, and ensure adherence to project timelines
• Contribute to process improvements, standardization, and efficiency initiatives
• Support mentoring/training of junior team members

Skills

Automotive Aftermarket

Parts Catalogue

PDM/PLM tools

Engineering Drawings

BOM Hierarchies

Quality & RCA

Stakeholder Mgmt

English Proficiency

Windchill

CorelDRAW

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Automotive Engineering

Tools

WINDCHILL (Partslink)

CorelDRAW

Creo View

LISA

KOLA

RAPID

GLOOPS

EDB

SAFT

IMPACT

Job description

Job Title: Technical Documentation/Writer

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated professional with around 3 years of experience in Automotive Aftermarket Spare Parts Information (SPI) to support the development and maintenance of parts catalogues for Trucks/Buses. The role involves working with engineering data, BOM structures, and PDM/PLM tools to ensure accurate and high-quality deliverables. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, handle engineering changes, and contribute to quality and process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage end-to-end creation and revision of spare parts catalogues using WINDCHILL or similar PDM/PLM/Authoring tools
• Create and revise technical illustrations using tools such as CorelDRAW or similar software
• Lead and execute engineering change workflows (DCN/ECN), ensuring accuracy and timely deliveries
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, CAD data and BOM structures to develop and validate product information
• Perform quality checks, identify recurring defects, and drive root cause analysis (RCA) with corrective and preventive actions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for data validation
• Monitor workflow progress, prioritize tasks, and ensure adherence to project timelines.
• Contribute to process improvements, standardization, and efficiency initiatives
• Support mentoring/training of junior team members

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong experience in Automotive_Aftermarket - Parts Catalouge
• Proficiency in PDM/PLM tools and workflow management
• In-depth understanding of engineering drawings, BOM hierarchies, product strcture
• Experience in quality processes, RCA, and continuous improvement practices
• Good stakeholder management & coordination skills
• Effective communication skills in English C1 level
• Experience in WINDCHILL (Partslink), CorelDRAW, Creo View, LISA, KOLA, RAPID, GLOOPS, EDB, SAFT, IMPACT is an added advantage

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Automotive Engineering or equivalent

Experience:

3-5 years in automotive as Techical Documentation.

Minimum 3 years of experience in:

• Parts Catalogue / Technical Documentation within automotive or similar domain

Employment Model:

In Office

Location:

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India