Manager, Technical Writing Team

At Mainspring, technical documentation isn't just a support function—it’s the backbone of our operations. You won’t be tethered to a desk; you’ll be on the floor, working directly with our hardware and engineering teams. As Mainspring scales, our technical documentation must be as innovative and reliable as our energy technology. We are looking for a Manager of Technical Writing to lead the team responsible for translating complex engineering and manufacturing processes into the clear, actionable documentation that fuels our growth.

Responsibilities

Lead a high-performing team of technical writers; Foster a culture of excellence, natural curiosity, and hands-on technical engagement; Manage workloads, set priorities, and provide professional development for the team; Establish and maintain global standards for technical documentation styles, tools, processes, and systems for company-wide documentation management and revision control; Ensure consistency across all manuals, assembly instructions, and digital databases; Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Field Service to ensure documentation is deeply integrated with hardware development and operational workflows; Act as the bridge between technical experts and end-users; Guide the team in creating high-quality technical visuals, including CAD-derived illustrations, schematics, and process flows; Ensure the team has the necessary tools and training in software like Enovia PLM and Solidworks Composer; Act as a player-coach by actively contributing to the creation of high-priority technical documentation; Balance management duties with direct involvement in complex documentation tasks to ensure critical project milestones are met

Requirements

7+ years of experience in technical writing within an engineering or manufacturing environment, with at least 2+ years in a leadership or management role; Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Engineering, or a related field; Proven ability to distill complex mechanical and electrical systems into unambiguous documentation; Strong proficiency in CAD software and visual documentation tools; You enjoy working in-person in a "hands-on" shop environment; You have excellent mechanical intuition and aren't afraid to pick up a tool to better understand a process; Exceptional writing and interpersonal skills; Ability to influence stakeholders and build buy-in for documentation standards across a rapidly scaling organization