Technical Engineer

Job Description:

Job Title: Technical Writer – Engineering  (4+ Years Experience)

Location: Hyderabad - Hybrid

Department: Technical Documentation / Engineering Support

Reports To: Documentation Manager

Experience Required: 4+ years

Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automobile, or related Engineering field

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Technical Writer with 4+ years of experience to create, manage, and deliver high-quality documentation for products in the Mechanical, Aerospace, Locomotive, or Automotive sectors. The ideal candidate will have hands-on CAD exposure (preferably SolidWorks) and a background in design or drafting. Proficiency in writing in Simplified Technical English (STE) and experience in authoring product manuals, maintenance guides, and assembly instructions is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain high-quality technical documents such as:
  • Product User Manuals
  • Installation and Assembly Guides
  • Maintenance and Service Manuals
  • Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
  • Application Guides
• Interpret and work directly with engineering drawings, 3D CAD models, and BOMs
• Use SolidWorks, SolidWorks Composer, or equivalent CAD tools for extracting views, generating exploded diagrams, and creating technical illustrations is a plus.
• Ensure all documents are authored using Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE100) standards for global usability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design Engineers, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Managers
• Update documentation based on design changes, feedback from stakeholders, and field service inputs
• Participate in design reviews to understand product functionality and contribute to document planning early in the lifecycle
• Manage version control and documentation releases in alignment with PLM systems (e.g., Arena, Windchill, Teamcenter, or similar)
• Adhere to organizational templates, style guides, and compliance requirements

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Technical Writer in an engineering/manufacturing environment
• Strong working knowledge of CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) and ability to interpret technical drawings
• Exposure to design or drafting functions in a product development or manufacturing setting
• Proficiency in using tools like SolidWorks Composer, Adobe FrameMaker, MS Word, or XML-based authoring tools
• Familiarity with illustration tools such as Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW is a plus
• Knowledge of Simplified Technical English standards and structured writing principles
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to understand and explain complex mechanical systems
• Experience working with PLM systems and version-controlled environments is a plus
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification or training in Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE100)
• Experience authoring documentation for heavy equipment, rail systems, aerospace products, or industrial machinery
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies in product development environments is a plus
• Exposure to compliance standards (e.g., ISO, UL, BIS, CE marking documentation)

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