Technical Writer I

Socket.dev; Pella (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Vermeer Corporation seeks a detail-oriented Technical Writer I to create machine-specific service manuals. You will collaborate with engineering, service, and SMEs to produce clear, concise documentation and illustrations.

The role covers revising existing manuals and creating new content for smaller models, using 2D/3D graphics and CAD references. Ideal candidates have a technical degree or equivalent experience, strong MS Office skills, and familiarity with FrameMaker, Illustrator, Photoshop,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office is required.
• Experience with FrameMaker, Illustrator, and Photoshop or similar software is required.
• Experience with CAD software is required.
• Mechanical, hydraulic or electrical knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering, service, product safety, and other SMEs to develop machine-specific content for service manuals using clear and concise language.
• Revise existing content in manuals and create content for small models.
• Complete one or more projects with narrow scope.
• Create content-related illustrations using 2D/3D graphical programs, digital photographs, and drawings from solid models.
• Research vendor information for specs, troubleshooting, and repair procedures related to mechanical, hydraulic, and/or electrical components.
• Submit drafts and collaborate with reviewers to create a final copy for publishing.

Skills

MS Office

Detail-oriented

Technical communication

Collaborative

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Adobe FrameMaker

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

CAD software

Job description

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Role summary

Vermeer is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Writer I to create machine-specific service manuals. This role involves collaborating with engineering, service, and other subject matter experts to develop clear and concise content. Responsibilities include revising existing manuals, creating new content for smaller models, and producing illustrations using graphical programs and digital photographs. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree or equivalent experience, proficiency in MS Office, and experience with Adobe FrameMaker, Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD software. Mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical experience is preferred.

Who We Are

Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.

Work Shift

1 - First Shift

Who We Are

Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.

Work Shift

1 - First Shift

Job Summary

Are you the type of person who is quick to learn, diligent and detail-oriented? In this role you will collaborate with engineering, service, and other subject matter experts to create technical documentation for machine-specific service manuals. We’re looking for individuals who can think critically, are detail-oriented, imaginative, and that work well collaboratively.

What You’ll Do

1. Collaborate and manage relationships with engineering, service, product safety, and other subject matter experts to develop machine-specific content for service manuals using clear and concise language.

2. Revise existing content in manuals, create new content for small models.

3. Complete one or more projects with narrow scope.

4. Create content-related illustrations using 2D/3D graphical programs, digital photographs, and drawings or diagrams from solid models.

5. Research vendor information for specifications, troubleshooting, and repair procedures related to mechanical, hydraulic, and/or electrical components.

6. Submit draft(s) and collaborate with reviewers (engineering, service, product safety/legal, technical editor) to create a final copy for publishing.

What We’re Looking For

- Bachelors degree in a technical field such as industrial design, graphic design, or related field; and/or equivalent combination of education and job-related experience required.

- Ability to use MS Office required.

- Experience with Adobe FrameMaker, Illustrator and Photoshop or similar software required.

- Experience with CAD (Computer Aided Design) software required.

- Mechanical, hydraulic and/or electrical experience preferred.

Travel

- Occasional travel is expected of this position.

Work Location

HYBRID: Some of a team member’s day-to-day work may be best done at a location other than a Vermeer campus. Discuss specific arrangements with your manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Vermeer Corporation, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Team Member Solutions at [phone] or at [e-mail] .

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