Technical Writer (Data Center) - onsite in Burlington, TX

CBRE; Burlington (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Data Center Technical Writer to develop and maintain critical facility documentation focused on MEP systems and physical infrastructure. You will create clear, field-ready procedures, diagrams, and reference materials to support safe and efficient operation of a world-class data center.

The role emphasizes translating complex mechanical and electrical concepts into actionable steps, collaborating with engineers and technicians, and ensuring documentation stays current with site

Qualifications

• Translate complex mechanical and electrical concepts into clear, step-by-step procedures.
• Analyze information, engineering drawings, and equipment schematics to document decisions.
• Proficient in Word, Excel and basic diagramming tools for documentation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and format SOPs, EOPs, and maintenance standards for critical MEP infrastructure.
• Create diagrams, sketches, flowcharts, and photos to illustrate physical systems and procedures.
• Conduct field research by interviewing data center engineers and technicians to capture operational knowledge.
• Verify live-site documentation with engineering teams to ensure accuracy.
• Provide ad-hoc writing support during upgrades or audits.
• Apply engineering or technical writing principles to physical infrastructure with focus on safety.

Skills

Technical writing

MS Office

Diagramming tools

Field interviews

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Professional Technical Writing Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Basic diagramming tools

Job description

About The Role

As a Data Center Technical Writer, you will research, author, and maintain critical infrastructure documentation for a world-class facility. This role is strictly focused on Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems and physical data center infrastructure. You will not be documenting cloud software, AI applications, or network topology. Instead, you will be responsible for creating the standard operating procedures that keep the physical facility running safely and efficiently.

About The Role

As a Data Center Technical Writer, you will research, author, and maintain critical infrastructure documentation for a world-class facility. This role is strictly focused on Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems and physical data center infrastructure. You will not be documenting cloud software, AI applications, or network topology. Instead, you will be responsible for creating the standard operating procedures that keep the physical facility running safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, edit, and format standard operating procedures (SOPs), emergency operating procedures (EOPs), and maintenance standards for critical MEP infrastructure.
• Utilize standard templates to ensure all facility documentation is uniform, clear, and compliant with safety regulations.
• Create and integrate diagrams, sketches, flowcharts, and photographs to visually illustrate complex physical systems and procedures.
• Conduct field research and interview data center engineers, facility managers, and technicians to extract technical operational knowledge.
• Review existing equipment manuals and manufacturer specifications to become familiar with facility cooling, power, and backup systems.
• Validate the accuracy of live site documentation by performing physical walk-throughs and verification with engineering teams.
• Provide ad-hoc technical writing support to facility managers and operations teams during infrastructure upgrades or audits.
• Apply foundational engineering or technical writing principles to physical infrastructure environments with a strong focus on operational safety.
• Work within standardized safety and practices to achieve facility objectives, mitigate operational risks, and meet critical deadlines.
• Exchange clear, straightforward information with technical teams, asking precise questions to ensure operational accuracy.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred with up to 3 years of technical writing experience, ideally in an industrial, manufacturing, or mission-critical environment. In lieu of a degree, an equivalent combination of education and hands-on facility experience will be considered.
• Professional Technical Writing Certificate (or equivalent certification) from an accredited institution is highly preferred.
• Ability to translate complex mechanical and electrical concepts into clear, step-by-step procedures for field technicians.
• Experience analyzing information, engineering drawings, and equipment schematics to make sound documentation judgments.
• In-depth knowledge of documentation tools, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel) and basic visual diagramming tools.
• Strong organizational skills paired with an inquisitive mindset to deeply understand how critical systems interconnect.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).