Tech Writer
Job Summary
- Regularly attend and participate in project conference calls for product developments to ensure specialized topics are appropriately addressed
- Analyze information required for the development or update of policy procedure and form documentation
- Determine the needs of those who use our technical documentation
Develop write and support end-user documentation that includes high-level technical content reference material and detailed task-specific work instructions
- Write or revise supporting content for new and existing products
Write end-user documentation for a multi-disciplined and multi-cultural audience including process control operators control systems maintenance and design engineers configuration engineers and others
Work in DITA CMS to write new documentation and maintain existing documentation.
Assist in planning scheduling and tracking documentation work to meet product release dates and client deliverables
Maintain a library of application documentation cataloging it for internal and/or external use
Follow the standard processes outlined by Emerson for writing style format and content
Explore complex technical products and provide technically accurate and audience-focused documents for new and existing functionality in software and hardware
Be responsible for driving the review and approval of technical content within the document management system
Cross-functional teammate
Detail-oriented organized flexible and proactive team player
Should be able to take decisions in the absence of complete information
Determined to achieve your goals despite facing obstacles
Comfortable working in an Agile development environment
Willing to accept feedback and implement changes quickly and with a positive attitude
Open to change and continue to learn and experience new opportunities
Bachelors degree and 5 years of relevant experience or a masters degree and 3 year of relevant experience
Exceptional English writing and verbal communication skills and experience in writing technical documents
Ability to develop product understanding by working closely with product developers in an Agile development environment
Ability to design and organize document structure
Interest in hands-on installation configuration and use of the software to further develop product understanding
Understanding of accepted technical writing style conventions
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Ability to simultaneously handle multiple projects and monitor their progress with minimal supervision
Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
Strong research skills
Experience with modular documentation (for example DITA XML) and DITA component content management systems
Experience working with large Microsoft Word documents and Adobe Suits.
Desire to seek continuous improvements and innovation
Experience in using Microsoft Excel PowerPoint
Demonstrated internships in technical writing/information development
- Knowledge of Industrial Controls (for Example DCS or PLCs)
At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee well-being. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans a variety of medical insurance plans an Employee Assistance Program employee resource groups recognition and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.
About Company
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