Technical Writer - II

Role: Technical Writer - II

Location: Princeton, NJ - 8540

Duration: 06 Months

The Lead Technical Writer is responsible for taking complex, technical information and

translating it into an easily understandable format, per customer guidelines. The Lead

Technical Writer will work closely with experienced writers and other internal employees

to interpret contractual specifications, engineering drawings, reports, and other data to

ensure production of technical documentation that complies with customer

requirements.

Essential Functions:

· Writes and edits other writer's technical documents/manuals according to customer specifications.

· Researches existing data to maximize use of previously developed text and/or illustrations.

· Drafts text materials to ensure text and illustrations are completed and coordinated per final product

requirements.

· Documents and archives technical data over long periods in an efficient, established method to aid in

future related projects.

· Tracks and records time spent on projects.

· Communicates status of work and any requirements for additional information to management.

· Completes assigned tasks according to established deadlines, customer specifications, and company

policies and procedures.

Experience:

· Four to six (4-6) years experience writing complete, complex technical documents, including

organizing the document and working with internal and external personnel (e.g., agencies, customer) is

required.

*Technical Experience:

· Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and

Microsoft PowerPoint is required.

· Intermediate level of proficiency with Adobe tools with higher level experience for InDesign is

required.

· Intermediate knowledge of related fields, including illustrating, provisioning, and logistic support

analysis is preferred.