Technical Writer/Editor I

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a Technical Writer/Editor I at the Pickle Research Campus. The role focuses on writing, maintaining, and preparing technical documents for high frequency active sonar systems in ATL.

Responsibilities include authoring user guides and manuals in HTML, PDF, and Word, managing GitLab issues, and supporting multimedia content. Candidates need a Bachelors and strong editing skills; US citizenship required for security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and 1+ year of writing/editing experience.
• Ability to write technical docs in HTML, PDF, and Word.
• US citizenship and eligibility for access to classified information.
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and with teams.

Responsibilities

• Write and maintain user guides, O&M manuals in HTML, PDF, and Word.
• Maintain GitLab issues and participate in testing.
• Peer editing and publishing processes.
• Support IT resources management and multimedia content.
• Photography and videography support for the documentation team.
• Collaborate with the documentation team on deliverables.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Organizational skills (strong)

Independent work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

English/technical writing degree

Tools

MadCap Flare

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Word

GitLab

Azure DevOps

HTML/CSS

Job description

## Technical Writer/Editor IApply: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS: Full time: Posted Today: R\\_00049337**Job Posting Title:**Technical Writer/Editor I**----****Hiring Department:**Applied Research Laboratories**----****Position Open To:**All Applicants**----****Weekly Scheduled Hours:**40**----****FLSA Status:**Non-Exempt from FLSA**----****Earliest Start Date:**Immediately**----****Position Duration:**Expected to Continue**----****Location:**PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS**----****Job Details:**## PurposeTo write, maintain, and prepare technical documents for high frequency active sonar systems in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL). ## Responsibilities* Supports project leads by performing the duties of a primary or support writer on multiple projects. This includes writing and maintaining technical user guides, O&M manuals, and other documents in HTML, PDF, and Microsoft Word formats, as well as maintaining assigned GitLab issues.* Participates in testing and verification of sonar components, as needed, in office and field environments to develop and validate technical documentation.* Participates in peer editing and publishing processes.* Participates as a member of the documentation team internal IT working group and supports the management of IT resources, processes, and internal documentation.* Provides photography and videography support to the documentation team, including capturing and editing multimedia content as needed.* Other related functions as assigned. ## Required Qualifications* Bachelor's degree.* At least one year of professional or technical writing/editing experience.* Strong organizational skills and focus.* Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.* Able to work under pressure and accept supervision.* Ability to work independently as well as with peers, clients, and management.* Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.## Preferred Qualifications* Bachelor's degree in English, technical writing, or similar field.* At least two years of professional or technical writing/editing experience.* Demonstrated knowledge or ability to produce software, hardware, or technical documentation.* Experience writing hardware assembly, maintenance, and/or operation procedures.* Experience writing user guides and/or operating procedures.* Experience creating, maintaining, or adhering to an internal style guide.* Experience with and/or knowledge of photo and video editing software tools and techniques.* Experience with and/or knowledge of authoring tools such as MadCap Flare, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word.* Experience with and/or knowledge of source control tools such as GitLab and Microsoft Azure DevOps.* Knowledge of source integration strategies (SIS) or configuration management (CM) for documentation.* Knowledge of HTML, XML, CSS, and other markup languages.* Some understanding or familiarity with Linux.* Demonstrated knowledge or ability to express and present key principles.## General NotesAn agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc. Please mark \"yes\" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing. Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories. UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes: · 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage · Retirement contributions · Paid vacation and sick time · Paid holidays Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered. ## Salary Range$45,900--$57,342+/negotiable depending on qualifications. ## Working Conditions* Standard office conditions* Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation* Use of manual dexterity* Possible weekend, evening and holiday work* Possible interstate/intrastate travel ## Required Materials* Resume/CV* 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor* Letter of interest **Important** **for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:** You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.