Technical Writer: Engineering

Jacobs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 66,300 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO)

Job summary

Jacobs is looking for a Technical Writer in Houston, Texas, to create clear and actionable documentation. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, critical thinking abilities, and proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat.

This role involves responsibilities like developing and editing inspection plans, providing technical support, and ensuring quality in client deliverables. It's essential to have a Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience.

The position offers benefits such as health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

• Strong team player with demonstrated organizational skills.
• Proven ability to think critically and solve problems independently.
• Experience with quick turnarounds in a fast‑paced working environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and edit documentation, including plans, reports, and specifications.
• Provide publishing technical support using MS Office Suite.
• Ensure client deliverables meet quality standards.
• Create checklists for QC inspections.
• Organize material according to set standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Technical documentation

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or significant relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Visio

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Your impact

The Technical Writer will convey complex information in a clear, concise, and actionable manner. This role demands exceptional interpersonal skills to extract insights from subject‑matter experts across various project management knowledge areas, such as cost estimation, risk management, and scheduling.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong critical thinking skills to analyze technical content, identify gaps, and propose improvements. A proactive approach is essential to anticipate documentation needs, streamline processes, and contribute meaningfully to project success.

Proficiency in document creation using tools like Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Visio is required. The role will collaborate with leadership, project teams, and stakeholders to enhance workflows and develop documentation that supports both clients and internal operations.

This role will also involve leveraging AI software such as Co‑Pilot Agent and Power BI, working alongside application developers, and building foundational capital delivery processes that promote proper usage of project management apps and tools.

A strong work ethic, discipline, and initiative will be expected to ensure team success and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and edit documentation, including inspection and test plans, reports, templates, and material specifications.
• Apply critical thinking to evaluate technical content, identify inconsistencies, and ensure clarity and accuracy.
• Provide publishing technical support using MS Office Suite, applicable tools, guidelines, and templates.
• Ensure client deliverables are complete, consistent, and meet quality standards.
• Perform process mapping with familiarity with Visio, proactively identifying areas for optimization.
• Create checklists and other elements to ensure proper documentation for QC inspections.
• Develop and deliver training materials tailored to user needs and learning objectives.
• Simplify complex processes into consistent, repeatable procedures with a focus on usability and efficiency.
• Recommend improvements to processes and practices based on thoughtful analysis and stakeholder feedback.
• Interface with a variety of professionals, including Jacobs’ clients, subcontractors, and internal departments.
• Take initiative to complete routine technical tasks and contribute beyond assigned responsibilities when needed.
• Perform quality control checks to meet project quality objectives and deadlines.
• Organize material and complete writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology. #epjobs #naepjobs

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (significant relevant experience will be considered in lieu of formal education).
• Strong team player with demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Proven ability to think critically and solve problems independently.
• Experience in understanding how business processes function and translating them into tangible deliverables for clients.
• Demonstrated initiative in identifying documentation needs and driving improvements.
• Experience with quick turnarounds in a fast‑paced working environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio).
• Graphic design skills with Adobe Creative Suite are a plus.

Benefits & Compensation

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about: your health, your well‑being, your security, and your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $66,300.00 to $84,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.