Technical Publications Lead - InDesign Expert

Nashville Public Radio

Milwaukee (WI)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Job summary

Rite-Hite, headquartered near Milwaukee, seeks a Technical Publication Specialist to translate complex engineering content into user-friendly manuals and visuals. You will craft owner and installation guides and collaborate with engineering, product marketing, and sales to ensure accuracy and consistency across documents.

The ideal candidate has a 4-year degree in a related field, 5+ years of technical writing experience, and strong Adobe InDesign skills.

Qualifications

4-year degree in technical writing, publishing, or related field
5+ years of experience writing or editing technical documentation
Strong hands-on experience with Adobe InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and communicate with technical audiences
Excellent grammar, attention to detail, and organizational skills
Experience with style guides, templates, version control, and file management

Responsibilities

Write, edit, and format technical documentation including owner and installation manuals
Transform complex processes and engineering content into clear visuals and text
Collaborate with engineers, product marketing, and sales to ensure accuracy and clarity
Ensure consistency across documents by applying templates, standards, and regulatory guidelines
Drive content quality and translation-readiness, focusing on reuse and user experience
Coordinate regional versions and translations to support an international footprint