Engineering Documentation Specialist

Socket.dev; Johnson Creek (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an Engineering Documentation Coordinator in Johnson Creek, WI. You will create and maintain machine setup books, work instructions, and process documentation, coordinating reviews and ensuring revision control.

The role requires collaborating with multiple teams to translate complex processes into clear procedures and to archive obsolete documents. Ideal candidates bring experience in engineering support, document control, and technical writing, along with proficiency in

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering support, manufacturing documentation, document control, technical writing, or a related role preferred.
• Manufacturing or CNC machining experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to understand technical processes and convert information into clear written and visual instructions.
• Strong organization, written communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and electronic file-management systems.
• Ability to take and edit photographs and incorporate visual information into technical documents.
• Ability to manage multiple documentation assignments and meet established deadlines.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, manufacturing terminology, ERP systems, quality standards, or document-control practices is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain machine setup books, work instructions, process guides, and other manufacturing documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, supervisors, operators, and Quality to gather and verify information.
• Integrate photos, diagrams, tooling data, process parameters, and safety requirements into documents.
• Translate technical processes into clear, step-by-step instructions for users.
• Organize and maintain engineering files, drawings, specifications, photos, approvals, and records.
• Manage document review, approval, release, revision, and archival processes.
• Maintain revision histories and remove obsolete documents from use.
• Support documentation updates related to engineering changes, new products, equipment changes, and process improvements.
• Standardize templates, file structures, naming, and record-keeping methods.
• Assist with document audits and verify records accuracy, completeness, and accessibility.
• Provide general documentation and administrative support to Engineering.

Skills

Engineering support

Document control

Technical writing

Written communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional education in engineering technology, manufacturing, technical writing, business, or related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Electronic file-management systems

ERP systems

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking an Engineering Documentation Coordinator in Johnson Creek, WI. You will create and maintain machine setup books, work instructions, and process documentation, coordinating reviews and ensuring revision control.

The role requires collaborating with multiple teams to translate complex processes into clear procedures and to archive obsolete documents. Ideal candidates bring experience in engineering support, document control, and technical writing, along with proficiency in