Technical Writer & 3D Illustrator for Assembly Manuals

Step2; Streetsboro, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Life Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Medical/Dental/Vision

Premium Free Medical

Employee Discount

Holidays

Job summary

Step2 is seeking a Technical Writer-Illustrator in Streetsboro, OH to design and produce assembly instruction manuals for new products and revisions. The role requires strong visual communication, proficiency in 2D/3D design, and collaboration with engineering to optimize assembly steps.

The candidate will create 3D illustrations using Creo Illustrate, manage documentation workflows, and maintain manuals and templates for consistent quality across the product family.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent practical work experience.
• 3+ years of related work experience.
• Strong graphic design with attention to detail.
• Proficient with Adobe InDesign and Photoshop.
• Experienced with CAD software, preferably Creo.
• Proficient with Creo Illustrate for 3D illustrations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and edit assembly instruction manuals for new products and revisions.
• Study CAD models and liaise with engineers to determine best assembly approach.
• Create graphics and 3D illustrations using Creo Illustrate and other CAD tools.
• Assemble product data, verify BOM accuracy, and document processes.
• Collaborate with engineers, safety, quality, marketing, and customer service through development to sign-off.
• Maintain templates, libraries, and translation terminology for manuals.
• Ensure on-time delivery and maintain release schedules.

Skills

Graphic design

Communication skills

Time management

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

PTC Creo

PTC Creo Illustrate

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

Step2 is seeking a Technical Writer-Illustrator in Streetsboro, OH to design and produce assembly instruction manuals for new products and revisions. The role requires strong visual communication, proficiency in 2D/3D design, and collaboration with engineering to optimize assembly steps.

The candidate will create 3D illustrations using Creo Illustrate, manage documentation workflows, and maintain manuals and templates for consistent quality across the product family.