Technical Writer

Job Title: Technical Writer – Engineering Location: Hyderabad - Hybrid Department: Technical Documentation / Engineering Support Reports To: Documentation Manager Experience Required: 4+ years Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automobile, or related Engineering field Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Technical Writer with 4+ years of experience to create, manage, and deliver high-quality documentation for products in the Mechanical, Aerospace, Locomotive, or Automotive sectors. The ideal candidate will have hands-on CAD exposure (preferably SolidWorks) and a background in design or drafting . Proficiency in writing in Simplified Technical English (STE) and experience in authoring product manuals, maintenance guides, and assembly instructions is essential. Key Responsibilities Create and maintain high-quality technical documents such as: Product User Manuals Installation and Assembly Guides Maintenance and Service Manuals Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) Application Guides Interpret and work directly with engineering drawings, 3D CAD models, and BOMs Use SolidWorks, SolidWorks Composer, or equivalent CAD tools for extracting views, generating exploded diagrams, and creating technical illustrations is a plus. Ensure all documents are authored using Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE100) standards for global usability Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design Engineers, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Managers Update documentation based on design changes, feedback from stakeholders, and field service inputs Participate in design reviews to understand product functionality and contribute to document planning early in the lifecycle Manage version control and documentation releases in alignment with PLM systems (e.g., Arena, Windchill, Teamcenter, or similar) Adhere to organizational templates, style guides, and compliance requirements Required Skills & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline Minimum 4 years of experience as a Technical Writer in an engineering/manufacturing environment Strong working knowledge of CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) and ability to interpret technical drawings Exposure to design or drafting functions in a product development or manufacturing setting Proficiency in using tools like SolidWorks Composer, Adobe FrameMaker, MS Word, or XML-based authoring tools Familiarity with illustration tools such as Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW is a plus Knowledge of Simplified Technical English standards and structured writing principles Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to understand and explain complex mechanical systems Experience working with PLM systems and version-controlled environments is a plus Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail Preferred Qualifications Certification or training in Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE100) Experience authoring documentation for heavy equipment, rail systems, aerospace products, or industrial machinery Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies in product development environments is a plus Exposure to compliance standards (e.g., ISO, UL, BIS, CE marking documentation)

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