Industrial Technical Writer & CAD Visuals

Fives Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fives Group in Louisville, KY is seeking a Technical Writer to create and manage comprehensive product documentation across engineering and production teams. You will standardize documents and ensure accuracy for project-specific requirements.

Collaborative, detail-oriented professionals with strong writing and editing skills, plus proficiency in technical writing tools, are encouraged to apply. This role blends office and manufacturing environments in a hybrid setting in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience as a technical writer in manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and terminology.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings for documentation.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Proficient with technical writing tools (MadCap Flare, Adobe TC Suite, Word).
• Collaborative team player with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to gather data for technical manuals.
• Maintain and update boilerplate templates for product documentation.
• Develop product manuals, including images, following best practices.
• Create visual content (line drawings/photos) using CAD or illustration software.
• Produce clear work instructions for assembly processes.
• Ensure timely completion of documentation with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Uphold document control practices to prevent conflicting information.
• Present information consistently with the company’s brand identity.
• Verify technical accuracy and adherence to grammar standards, including Simplified Technical English.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Drawings interpretation

Editing & proofreading

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, English, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MadCap Flare

Adobe Technical Communication Suite

Microsoft Word

Job description

Fives Group in Louisville, KY is seeking a Technical Writer to create and manage comprehensive product documentation across engineering and production teams. You will standardize documents and ensure accuracy for project-specific requirements.

Collaborative, detail-oriented professionals with strong writing and editing skills, plus proficiency in technical writing tools, are encouraged to apply. This role blends office and manufacturing environments in a hybrid setting in the United States.