Technical Writer 1 4P/339

4P Consulting Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Technical Writer to join their Power Delivery Data Analytics team. This role involves developing technical documentation, managing content, supporting presentations, and more. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience in technical writing and corporate communications, coupled with strong communication skills. Flexible work environment and collaboration across teams are emphasized.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in technical writing, especially end-user product documentation.
• 1–3 years of experience in internal or corporate communications.
• Strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and review technical documentation and user guides.
• Maintain and update existing articles for software applications.
• Create engaging PowerPoint presentations and develop video content.
• Draft concise emails and newsletters for project updates.

Skills

Technical writing

Internal communications

Editing and reviewing documentation

User feedback integration

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communications, Computer Science, Journalism, or a related field

Tools

Power BI

SharePoint

Video editing tools

Job description

Technical Writer 1

Location:Birmingham, AL

Client- Alabama Power

Contract- 3 years

Position Overview

The Technical Writer will serve as a key member of the Power Delivery Data Analytics team, focusing on internal communications and technical documentation. This role ensures that technical concepts, processes, and updates are clearly communicated across the organization, supporting both business and technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Documentation Development: Write, edit, and review technical documentation, user guides, and knowledge base content for internal software applications and analytics dashboards.

• Content Management: Maintain and update existing articles and technical content in preparation for fix version releases, ensuring clarity and accuracy.

• Presentation Support: Create engaging PowerPoint presentations and assist in developing video content that highlights new applications, features, and benefits for varied audiences.

• User Feedback Integration: Gather and analyze user feedback to enhance documentation and overall communication effectiveness.

• Internal Communications: Draft concise, engaging emails and newsletters to communicate project updates, system changes, and organizational announcements.

• SharePoint Support: Assist in the development and maintenance of SharePoint sites to ensure accurate content and effective knowledge sharing.

• Executive Summaries: Translate technical concepts into clear, actionable one-pagers and executive briefs for leadership.

Required Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in technical writing, especially end-user product documentation.

• 1–3 years of experience in internal or corporate communications.

• Superior understanding of language and grammar principles (APA, MLA).

• Familiarity with data analytics, Power BI, and application development concepts.

• Strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate across multiple levels of the organization.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint and SharePoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communications, Computer Science, Journalism, or a related field.

• Knowledge of UX/UI principles and user experience design.

• Experience with video editing tools, such as Camtasia, Adobe Premiere Pro, or After Effects.