Engineering Documentation Specialist

Fisher Industries; Dickinson (ND); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Industries in Dickinson, North Dakota is seeking an Engineering Documentation Specialist to research, develop, and edit parts catalogs. This role requires strong collaboration with Sales, Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure accurate and user-friendly documentation.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, mechanical knowledge, and a detail-oriented approach. Responsibilities include updating manuals and managing multiple projects. Candidates should be familiar with Microsoft Office and graphic design tools.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe DC, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Creative thinker with a Graphic Arts background.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and some basic drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and edit engineering publications and parts catalogs.
• Create and update parts manuals with Sales and Engineering teams.
• Ensure accuracy of Bill of Materials and attach Spec Sheet information.

Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Adobe DC

Photoshop

Illustrator

Solid Works Composer knowledge

Graphic Arts background

Mechanical knowledge

Excellent verbal & writing skills

Strong organizational skills

Tools

Solid Works Composer

Photo & video equipment

Job description

Position Scope

The Engineering Documentation Specialist researches, develops, writes, and edits parts catalogs and related engineering publications. This individual works closely with the Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing and Support Teams to produce accurate and user-friendly parts documentation. The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret technical diagrams and information to create comprehensive parts manuals. The Engineering Documentation Specialist should have excellent organizational and communication skills and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. This job description template outlines the key responsibilities, requirements, and qualifications for the role of Engineering Documentation Specialist.

Primary Duties

• Work with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Parts and Manufacturing on creating new or updating existing parts manuals
• Make parts manuals available for e-mail or available for download from an FTP site
• Work with Engineering and Parts to insert part numbers on all Bill of Materials when released for manufacturing
• Make corrections to Bill of Materials when manufacturing is completed
• Create Bill of Materials on existing units that currently have none
• Attach Spec Sheet information from Manufacturing for equipment into CGC system
• Work with Purchasing & Job Costing to follow up on special order parts revisions for manufacturing jobs
• Work with Sales, Marketing and Manufacturing to get good photos of equipment being manufactured or repaired
• Work with Sales & Marketing to produce new product videos for the company website, YouTube and available on flash drives or CD's

Requirements

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe DC, Photoshop, Illustrator and knowledge with Solid Works Composer is a plus
• Graphic Arts background
• Mechanical knowledge
• Creative thinker, detail orientated, self‑starter, strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal & writing skills
• Ability to work independently or with team
• Ability to read engineer drawings and some basic drafting skills
• Some out‑of‑town travel required
• Attend training sessions/conference on Solid Works Composer program
• Experience with photo & video equipment and software
• Reports to Sales Manager

Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.