Our client is an industry-leading innovator in sustainable energy and advanced transportation technologies, developing next-generation solutions that are redefining mobility and global energy ecosystems. Their portfolio spans electric vehicle (EV) design and manufacturing, autonomous driving software, energy storage systems, solar energy products, EV charging infrastructure, and large-scale battery technologies supporting residential, commercial, and utility-grade applications.
With a mission rooted in engineering excellence and clean energy innovation, the company integrates cutting-edge hardware, advanced electronics, embedded software, powertrain systems, and AI-driven autonomy into scalable products used worldwide.
The Technical Writer will play a pivotal role in creating, organizing, and optimizing high-complexity technical documentation used across vehicle engineering, manufacturing, software development, service operations, and customer-facing user instructions.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, write, edit, and maintain technical documentation, including service manuals, diagnostic guides, repair instructions, manufacturing work instructions, engineering specifications, system architecture guides, and safety documentation for EV and clean energy products.
- Translate highly technical engineering concepts into clear, accurate, user-friendly content for audiences including technicians, engineers, end users, installers, and field service personnel.
- Produce documentation for battery energy storage systems (BESS), EV propulsion systems, inverters, autonomous driving modules, sensors, firmware updates, charging stations, and solar energy solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams—mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, firmware, software, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory compliance—to gather technical information and verify documentation accuracy.
- Use CAD visualization tools (e.g., SolidWorks Composer, Siemens NX, CATIA Composer) to generate illustrations, exploded views, and system diagrams.
- Work within structured documentation frameworks such as S1000D, DITA, IEEE documentation standards, and company-specific technical publication processes.
- Create content for Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs) and digital service platforms, including multimedia instructional content and integrated troubleshooting steps.
- Ensure documentation complies with automotive and energy industry standards, including:
- ISO 26262 (Functional Safety)
- IATF 16949
- SAE J1939, J3016 (Automated Driving)
- UL 2580 (EV Batteries)
- UL 9540 / NFPA 855 (Energy Storage Systems)
- Support continuous improvement by updating legacy documents, improving template structures, and enhancing version control and traceability.
- Participate in design reviews, product testing, and validation activities to ensure documentation accuracy and alignment with product behavior.
- Support training, service engineering, and field operations with clear, actionable documentation packages.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Writing, English, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field required.
- Master’s Degree or specialized certifications in technical communication, engineering, or documentation standards preferred.
Required Skills and Experience
- 10+ years of experience as a Technical Writer within automotive, EV manufacturing, advanced energy storage, aerospace, electronics, or high-technology industries.
- Expert proficiency with documentation tools and authoring platforms, including:
- Adobe FrameMaker, InDesign, Illustrator
- MadCap Flare
- XML/DITA authoring tools
- S1000D authoring suites
- SolidWorks Composer, PTC Arbortext, Siemens Teamcenter
- Strong understanding of EV systems, including:
- Lithium-ion battery architecture and BMS
- Electric drivetrains, inverters, onboard chargers
- ADAS / autonomous driving modules and sensor fusion
- CAN communication, diagnostics, firmware deployment
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, CAD models, control logic, and system block diagrams.
- Experience writing documentation for manufacturing processes, service procedures, assembly lines, robotic automation, and quality control workflows.
- Familiarity with ISO, SAE, UL, NFPA, IEC, and automotive regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent writing, editing, and information-architecture skills with a strong ability to simplify technical complexity.
- Proven track record managing documentation in fast-paced, iterative engineering environments with evolving product architectures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience producing documentation for AI-driven autonomous driving platforms, lidar/radar systems, or sensor calibration tools.
- Background with EV fast-charging infrastructure, energy storage commissioning, or grid-level power system documentation.
- Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git, GitLab, Bitbucket).
- Ability to support creation of multimedia content, such as instructional videos, 3D animations, and interactive diagrams.
- Experience working with Agile development teams or within PLM environments such as Siemens Teamcenter, Windchill, or Dassault ENOVIA.
- Technical certifications such as Certified Technical Professional (STC), DITA Certification, or ASD Certified Technical Communicator.
