Senior Technical Writer

Honeywell INC.; North Branford (CT); On-site; USD 83,200 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Honeywell is seeking a Senior Tech Writer to lead a team of technical writers, establishing standards and processes for consistent, high-quality documentation. You will ensure accuracy across products and collaborate with engineering to maintain industry compliance.

You will report to the Engineering Manager and work on-site at our Northfield, CT location with a hybrid schedule; the first 90 days require 100% onsite work. The role demands strong leadership, writing, and project-management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in technical writing, preferably in a managerial role.
• Proficiency with MadCap Flare, FrameMaker or similar tools and adherence to documentation standards.
• Ability to translate complex technical content for non-technical audiences.
• Experience leading documentation projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of high-quality technical documentation for complex products and systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and ensure accuracy of technical content.
• Research, analyze, and interpret technical information to create clear and concise documentation.
• Develop and implement documentation standards, processes, and best practices.
• Review and edit technical documents for clarity, consistency, and adherence to style guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior technical writers.
• Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in technical writing tools and methodologies.

Skills

Team leadership

Communicating complex concepts

Writing/editing excellence

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication or related field

Tools

MadCap Flare

Adobe FrameMaker

Job description

Job Description

As a Senior Tech Writer at Honeywell, you will lead and manage a team of technical writers to create clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation. You will develop and implement standards, processes, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all documentation. Your expertise in technical writing principles and style guides will be essential in maintaining a high level of professionalism and adherence to industry standards.

In this role, you will impact documentation quality, team performance, cross‑functional collaboration, process efficiency, compliance, and customer satisfaction. Join us at Honeywell and make a difference in shaping the future of our technical documentation practices.

You will report directly to the Engineering Manager and work on‑site out of our Northfield, CT location following a hybrid schedule. Note: For the first 90 days, new hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite Monday through Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of high‑quality technical documentation for complex products and systems
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather information and ensure accuracy of technical content
• Research, analyze, and interpret technical information to create clear and concise documentation
• Develop and implement documentation standards, processes, and best practices
• Review and edit technical documents for clarity, consistency, and adherence to style guidelines
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior technical writers
• Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in technical writing tools and methodologies

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in technical writing, preferably in a managerial role
• Strong knowledge of technical writing principles, style guides, and documentation standards
• Proficiency in using authoring tools such as MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker, or similar
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to a non‑technical audience
• Experience in managing documentation projects and teams
• Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, English, or a related field
• Master’s degree in Technical Communication or a related field (preferred)
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality documentation
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced and deadline‑driven environment
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Knowledge of industry‑specific regulations and standards
• Continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends

Salary

The annual base salary range for this position is $83,200 to $104,000. This range is a general guideline and may be adjusted based on experience, education, and other factors.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; 401(k) match; flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; educational assistance; parental leave; paid time off for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave; and 12 paid holidays.