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Location: California
Job type: Permanent
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Sector: Manufacturing
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Description
Position Purpose:
Supports business activities by editing and creating useful and informative technical materials. Works under supervision.
Essential Functions:
* Create and edit technical documents through use of advanced tools, such that they are clear and readily understandable by a defined target audience. Perform proof-reading of technical documents. May include, but not limited to, technical bulletins, proposal documents, product manuals, service bulletins, catalogs, product specification sheets and Assembly and Test documentation. Responsible for ensuring documents are ready for review by the appropriate personnel prior to reaching the end user.
* Research the necessary information required to create a technical document, by sourcing and reading engineering documentation, interfacing with Woodward engineers and other subject matter experts, consulting with sales, marketing, operations and other members, or by other necessary means. Primarily uses existing templates and style sheets.
* Maintain and improve the content and layout of the Woodward documentation files.
* Understand and use industry standard documentation structures and formats, as defined by the business segment.
* Actively participate and lead in a continuous improvement culture, including but not limited to, identifying quality and/or process improvement opportunities within the technical writing function.
* Meet basic quality expectations, e.g. ISO or other standard compliances.
* Distribute documents to internal and external customers as required.
* Is a mentor for a Level 1 Technical Writer.
* Maintain and make available to Woodward members the complete log of product specifications, product manuals, service bulletins and other technical materials. Maintain complete and accurate records, archive files, computer backup files for the technical communications.
Other Functions:
* May be required to maintain, evaluate and improve the content, layout and effectiveness of Woodward segment internet and intranet sites.
* May maintain and make available to Woodward members the complete log of product/customers specifications, product manuals, service bulletins and other technical documents.
* May work with external service provider and customers to facilitate multilingual projects (administration of several documentation languages others than English).
* May research and make recommendations for new software applications and/or technologies to improve quality and workflows.
* May develop and use systems and tools to secure consistent terminology and efficient documentation structures for websites and technical documentation.
Materials and Equipment Used:
* Personal computers, computer printers, office copiers and digital cameras.
* Full-time use of PC expected.
* The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Environment / Physical Activities:
* Participates in a regular 40 hr. week work schedule (may vary internationally) although overtime may be required.
* Occasional supervision by experienced Technical Writer; work may be audited.
* Occasional domestic or international travel may be required.
* Work generally performed in office environment.
* Duties may require that the member enter areas of the plant where there is possible exposure to noise levels in excess of 75 decibels, solvents, toxic materials, dust and temperatures over 80 degrees F.
* Appropriate health and safety measures should be taken.
Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* Demonstrate an ability to write complex technical documents.
* Must be able to work well with engineers and other subject matter experts.
* Must haveexcellent computer skills with a good working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, Pro-E (or equivalent), page layout, web page design, digital photography editing and other software programs.
* Must be organized, self-motivated, manage time effectively and be able to prioritize and meet commitments of many projects at once.
* Must be able to proofreadwith a focus on attention to detail.
* Good english language skills for external communication, including reading, concise writing (including good grammar) and spoken.
* May be required to have a fundamental understanding of SGML.
* Demonstrates leadership skills; sets a positive example.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities.
* May be required to have good knowledge of digital photography editing and other software programs.
* May have full geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T) reading skills.
Education or Formal Training:
* 2 year technical degree in related field or 4 year liberal arts degree with a technical emphasis is desired, but a combination of experience in technical writing and education can be substituted.
* A high school diploma, General Equivalency Degree (GED) or equivalent required.
* 2+ years technical writing experience required or international equivalent.
Experience Required:
* Windows PC skills, internet skills and MS skills.
* Proficient in standard computer applications and possess a working knowledge of product/component processing.
Woodward is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and energy markets. Our aerospace systems and components optimize the performance of fixed wing and rotorcraft platforms in commercial, business and military aircraft, ground vehicles and other equipment. Our energy-related systems and components enhance the performance of industrial gas and steam turbines, reciprocating engines, compressors, wind turbines, electrical grids and other energy-related industrial equipment. The company’s innovative fluid energy, combustion control, electrical energy, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable and more efficient equipment. Our customers include leading original equipment manufacturers and end users of their products.
Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer
EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans
Job: Engineering
Primary Location: United States-California-Valencia
Organization: Woodward
Schedule: FULL TIME
Shift: 1st Shift / Day Job
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