Technical Writer - Manufacturing

This is a hybrid role in Tualatin, OR 97062.

Looking for a Senior Technical Writer to support the development and maintenance of high-quality manufacturing documentation for complex products and systems. This role will work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to create clear, accurate work instructions, assembly documentation, and test procedures that support production operations and continuous process improvement.

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Writing, Manufacturing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in technical writing, manufacturing engineering, or a manufacturing environment.
• Experience creating manufacturing work instructions, assembly documentation, or technical procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience auditing documentation for compliance with engineering and quality requirements.

Duties:

• Create, update, and maintain manufacturing work instructions, assembly procedures, and test documentation.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to capture and document production processes.
• Research and translate technical information into clear written and visual instructions for manufacturing personnel.
• Review engineering drawings, schematics, 3D models, layouts, and technical specifications to develop documentation.
• Support manufacturing builds by auditing work instructions and ensuring compliance with engineering requirements.
• Maintain documentation revisions resulting from manufacturing escalations and engineering changes.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance manufacturing documentation and workflows.
• Train and guide technicians during work instruction audits and documentation updates.
• Ensure all documentation complies with company quality standards and customer requirements.
• Support process improvements and documentation standardization across manufacturing operations