Job Description

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This Client is an American multinational semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, that develops computer processors and related technologies for business and consumer markets. global company that specializes in manufacturing semiconductor devices used in computer processing. The company also produces flash memories, graphics processors, motherboard chip sets, and a variety of components used in consumer electronics goods.

Job Title: Technical Writer - Senior

Work Location: Austin, TX, 78735

Duration: 6 Months

Work Type: Contract

Job Type: Remote

Job Description:

Position Overview

• The client seeks an experienced Technical Publications Contractor tassess, strategize, and enhance documentation management practices across the Hardware IP organization.

• This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop and implement a robust documentation strategy, and deliver training and supporting materials tensure effective adoption and ongoing improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the current state of technical documentation throughout the Hardware IP organization, identifying strengths, gaps, and improvement areas.

• Consult with cross-functional (XFN) teams tunderstand their documentation strategies, requirements, and challenges.

• Work closely with engineering leadership and technical staff tgather input and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

• Develop a comprehensive documentation management strategy, addressing:

• Version control and revision tracking

• Update communication processes

• Permissions management

• Standardization of formats and templates for consistency and usability

• Gather and integrate feedback from stakeholders on the proposed strategy, iterating as needed.

• Initiate and help implement the infrastructure required tsupport the new documentation management approach, including tool selection and process definition.

• Create clear, engaging training materials (slides, courses, guides) tfacilitate adoption of the new strategy by engineering and support teams.

• Produce or update additional technical documentation as required, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Serve as a point of contact for documentation best practices and provide guidance tteams during the transition.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical publications or engineering documentation, preferably within manufacturing or engineering environments.

• Demonstrated expertise in documentation tools and technologies (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, publishing software, CAD tools, XML/SGML editors).

• Deep knowledge of documentation management systems and best practices, particularly for large engineering organizations

• Strong oral and written communication skills in English, with the ability ttranslate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention tdetail, and the ability tmanage multiple projects and deadlines.

• Understanding of regulatory standards and compliance requirements related ttechnical documentation.

• Proven ability twork independently, engage stakeholders, and drive projects tcompletion.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Writing, English, or a related field; relevant certifications are a plus.

• Positive references from previous employers or clients

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading documentation strategy or change management initiatives.

• Familiarity with permissions management systems (e.g., techprotect) and secure document handling.

• Experience developing and delivering training ttechnical teams.

• Knowledge of industry standards for documentation (e.g., ISO, ITIL, ATA, or similar frameworks)

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity .

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