Technical Writer

Pacer Group; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive supplier is seeking a Technical Writer for Automotive ECU Validation to create and maintain documentation supporting validation processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of automotive ECUs and excellent technical writing skills. This role involves collaboration with engineers and stakeholders to ensure clarity and compliance throughout the validation lifecycle. Proficiency in relevant tools and a detail-oriented approach are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience in technical writing related to automotive ECUs.
• Proficiency with validation workflows and verification methodologies.
• Ability to read DBC files and CAN logs.

Responsibilities

• Create, organize, and maintain high-quality technical documentation for ECUs.
• Act as a bridge between test engineers and stakeholders.
• Ensure clarity and compliance across the validation lifecycle.

Skills

Understanding of automotive ECUs

Technical writing skills

Detail oriented

Strong command of document structuring

Tools

MS Office

Confluence

Visio

SharePoint

DOORS

Polarion

Jama

CANoe/CANalyzer

ETAS

dSPACE

Vector tools

XCP/UDS

Job description

Role: Techincal Writer- Automotive BG (Client is looking for someone that can understand the ECUs at a high level)

Work location: Palo Alto, CA or Irvine, CA

6+ MONTHS CONTRACT

Role Summary

The Technical Writer for Automotive ECU Validation is responsible for creating, organizing, and maintaining high quality technical documentation that supports the validation and verification of Electronic Control Units (ECUs). This role acts as a bridge between test engineers, software/hardware teams, suppliers, and OEM stakeholders to ensure clarity, compliance, and traceability across the validation lifecycle.

• Strong understanding of automotive ECUs (Body, Powertrain, Chassis, ADAS, Infotainment).
• Familiarity with tools such as CANoe/CANalyzer, INCA, ETAS, dSPACE, Vector tools, XCP/UDS, logging tools.
• Experience with test frameworks, validation workflows, and verification methodologies.
• Ability to read DBC files, CAN logs, test outputs, and basic diagnostic services.

Documentation & Writing Skills

• Excellent technical writing skills with the ability to simplify complex engineering topics.
• Strong command of document structuring, templates, grammar, and engineering clarity.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Confluence, Visio, SharePoint, DOORS, Polarion, Jama.

Soft Skills

• Detail oriented and structured thinker.
• Ability to manage multiple document streams across engineering teams.