Technical Writer I

Oceaneering; Hanover (MD); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Mental Health

Retirement Savings

Life and Disability

Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oceaneering is seeking a Technical Writer to develop and maintain technical documentation in a coordinated team environment. The role involves creating documents using MS Office and SGML/XML manuals, with hybrid work in Hanover, MD.

You will collaborate with managers and engineers, interpret drawings, and ensure documentation meets standards. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in English/Technical Writing or related field and 0–3 years of experience, plus the ability to obtain security

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English/Technical Writing/Communications or equivalent experience.
• 0–3 years preparing and reviewing technical materials for publication.
• Ability to work independently and in small teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across levels.
• Familiarity with engineering standards and proposal language.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research by reading sources and meeting SMEs.
• Read and interpret engineering information and drawings.
• Write product descriptions, theory of operations, and manuals.
• Write and edit documentation per published standards.
• Create simple illustrations and screen captures; coordinate designers.
• Submit drafts to SMEs and peers; incorporate comments.
• Provide periodic status reports to Project Managers and IPS Manager.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation

Interpersonal communication

Read drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English/Technical Writing/Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office

XML editors

MadCap Flare

EPS

Job description

Job Description

The Technical Writer develops and maintains technical documentation in a coordinated team management environment. This role requires interactions with managers and engineering staff in all departments. The Technical Writer will have the opportunity to create technical documentation using Microsoft Office applications, as well as digital SGML/XML manuals. This is a hybrid position, with offices located in Hanover, MD.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, including reading source material and meeting with subject matter experts (SMEs).
• Read and interpret engineering information and drawings.
• Write product descriptions, theory of operations, and other technical manuals and documentation.
• Write and edit documentation according to published department standards and procedures.
• Create simple illustrations and screen captures as needed. Coordinate the efforts of graphic designers for more complicated illustrations.
• Submit drafts to SMEs and peers; incorporate review comments into documents.
• Provide periodic status reports to Project Managers and Integrated Product Support Manager.

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, Technical Writing, or Communications. Significant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 0-3 years of experience in the preparation and review of technical materials for publication, including writing maintenance, operations, troubleshooting, and set up/tear down procedures without source data.
• Ability to work independently and in a small team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to successfully interact with all levels of the company and subcontractor organizations.
• Familiarity with engineering standards and language.
• Familiarity with proposal formatting and language.
• Well-developed application software skills in Windows environment, with emphasis in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and data.
• Familiarity with XML editor software, such as EAGLE Publishing System (EPS) or MadCap Flare.
• Familiarity with government and commercial contract requirements.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Experience developing technical documentation in an engineering environment.
• Familiarity with Government publication standards for specifications and manuals.
• Experience with large-scale commercial and/or military systems.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

The Salary range for this position is $74,600 - $112,000

About Us

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factor.

About The Team

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments – from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers’ challenges – from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.