Equipment Technical Writer

Position Scope

The Equipment Technical Writer researches, develops, rights, and edits parts catalogs and related technical publications. This individual works closely with the Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing and Support Teams to produce accurate and user-friendly parts documentation. The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret technical diagrams and information to create comprehensive parts manuals. The Equipment Technical Writer should have excellent organizational and communication skills and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Work with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Parts and Manufacturing on creating new or updating existing parts manuals
• Make parts manuals available for e-mail or available off download from ftp site
• Work with Engineering and Parts to insert part numbers on all Bill of Materials when released for manufacturing
• Make corrections to Bill of Materials when manufacturing completed
• Create Bill of Materials on existing units that currently have none
• Attaching Spec Sheet information from Manufacturing for equipment into CGC system
• Work with Purchasing & Job Costing to follow up on special order parts revisions for manufacturing jobs
• Work with Sales, Marketing and Manufacturing to get good photos of equipment being manufactured or repaired
• Work with Sales & Marketing to produce new product videos for the company website, You Tube and available on flash drives or CD's

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe DC, Photoshop, Illustrator and knowledge with Solid Works Composer is a plus
• Graphic Arts background
• Mechanical knowledge
• Creative thinker, detail orientated, self-starter, strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal & writing skills
• Ability to work independently or with team
• Ability to read engineer drawings and some basic drafting skills
• Some out-of-town travel required
• Attend training sessions/conference on Solid Works Composer program
• Experience with photo & video equipment and software
• Reports to Sales Manager

Fisher Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.