Technical Writer

An international electrical power distribution company near the Buffalo Grove, IL area of Chicago is looking for a skilled Technical Writer responsible for creating documentation and user guides for their products. This is a fully remote, full-time and direct hire role, with benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401k options.

Responsibilities:

• Create, maintain, and update technical documentation for company products and services, including product manuals, specifications, internal and external training materials, and user guides
• Analyze technical concepts and translate them into clear, user-friendly language
• Collaborate with marketing and engineering teams to gather product specifications and ensure documentation is created to the highest standard of quality
• Gather internal and external user feedback and make improvements to documents
• Provide technical support to customers by answering questions related to product documentation
• Prepare presentation materials for customer meetings, focusing on specific product features
• Assist in other areas when necessary

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in English/Writing, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical communications field
• 4 - 6 years relevant experience in technical / training documentation
• Strong understanding of technical products, engineering concepts, and industry terminology, with experience in electrical engineering or power distribution strongly preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Adobe FrameMaker, and AutoCAD (or similar technical drawing tool)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical engineering concepts in a simple, concise manner

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you're a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.