Technical Writer

Generac Home is hiring a Technical Writer. In this role you will draft and edit technical documentation for Generac’s residential solar + storage power electronics. Documentation will include but not be limited too; product manuals, technical specification sheets, application notes, white papers, service manuals, product bulletins, and user guides. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and work well both independently and collaboratively. Candidate must demonstrate expertise in execution of writing, inclusive of grammar, formatting and page layout. Selected candidates may be asked to prepare or share samples of technical documentation inclusive of content and drawings.

Responsibilities

Create, edit, and publish technical documentation for internal and external audiences; Attend meetings, gather specifications, and ask questions to deliver technical documentation that meets requirements for key published content; Work with subject matter experts at various levels of the organization to obtain content objectives and agreement on edits with maximum efficiency and professionalism; Develop tables, diagrams, and supplemental images to aid in understanding product documentation; Manage documentation edits with close attention to detail for accuracy and version control; Follow along with evolving nuances related to the technical application for Generac’s solar + storage products; Collaborate cross-functionally within the organization as needed to complete projects and meet deadlines

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related; Excellent writing skills with an eye for detail; 3+ years’ experience drafting and editing technical documentation; Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Software, and CAD tools; Experience managing and maintaining version control for documentation; Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively; Expertise in execution of writing, inclusive of grammar, formatting and page layout; Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future cannot be considered (inclusive of OPT or H1B transfer)

Nice to have

Experience using Solid Works to manipulate CAD models; 2+ years’ experience in residential solar or similar electrical equipment industry; Experience creating and developing technical documentation for new products; Experience using product lifecycle management systems like Arena, or Windchill

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans; Life, long-term disability; Flexible spending and health savings accounts; Accrued paid time off; Eight paid holidays; 401(k) retirement benefits; Variable compensation including short term incentives