Technical Writer & Publications Specialist

Alkhorayef Petroleum Company; Dammam; On-site; SAR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oilfield services company in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Technical Writer & Publications Specialist to create and manage technical documentation. This role involves collaborating with engineers to produce manuals, training materials, and multimedia content, ensuring clarity and adherence to engineering standards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years' experience in technical writing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in technical writing or publications.
• Proven ability to prepare technical manuals and training materials.
• Excellent English writing and editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and publish engineering manuals and troubleshooting guides.
• Develop multimedia training content including videos and animations.
• Maintain a centralized document database with strict version control.

Skills

Technical writing

Content management tools

Project management

Video content creation

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Engineering

Tools

Document publishing systems

Job description

Overview

Purpose: We are looking for a Technical Writer & Publications Specialist to join our Global Operation Support Team.

You will collaborate with application engineers, SMEs, and technical experts to:

• Create and publish manuals, procedures, troubleshooting guides, technical bulletins, and training materials.
• Develop modern Technology-Based Training (TBT) content (video, animation, VR/AR modules).
• Maintain and structure a centralized technical documentation library used by all business units.

Your work will directly support field operations, training programs, and engineering excellence across the globe.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Writing & Publications

• Work with Operation Support Engineers and Subject Matter Expert (SMEs) to author and publish:
• Engineering manuals & troubleshooting guides.
• Technical bulletins & field alerts.
• Procedures, SOPs, and training materials.
• Technical abstracts, case studies, and knowledge papers.
• Ensure all published materials are clear, structured, and aligned with engineering standards.

Multimedia & Training Support

• Develop Technology-Based Training (TBT) content, including videos, animations, and VR/AR interactive learning modules.
• Collaborate with engineers to translate complex technical knowledge into user-friendly training material.

Documentation Database & Version Control

• Maintain a rigid, centralized document database to ensure accessibility across business units.
• Implement strict revision control and classification standards.
• Guarantee that all documents are accurate, traceable, and properly archived.

Global Collaboration

• Partner with global technical support teams, Field quality coach, manufacturing experts, and regional operations.
• Act as the bridge between technical experts and end users, ensuring information flows efficiently and accurately.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor (or higher) degree in any Science/Engineering discipline – preferred candidate with degree in Technical Writing.
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in technical writing, publications, or knowledge management — preferably in oilfield services or engineering environments.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare manuals, bulletins, procedures, and training materials.
• Proficiency in document publishing systems and content management tools.
• Experience creating videos, animations, or VR/AR-based training content is a plus.
• Excellent English writing and editing skills.
• Strong organizational ability and passion for delivering high-quality technical content.

Note: Please read the JD carefully before applying. This is a technical writing role, not a document control position.