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Technical Writer – 12-Month Project (Onsite)
Location: Lawrenceville, GA
Start Date: ASAP
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (Onsite)
Duration: 12-month project
We’re seeking an experienced Technical Writer to support a large enterprise IT organization on a full-time, onsite basis. This role is ideal for someone who excels at translating complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences.
You’ll partner closely with IT leadership, engineers, developers, and business stakeholders to produce high-quality documentation that supports systems, processes, hardware, software, and user procedures.
Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning
Location: Lawrenceville, GA
Start Date: ASAP
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (Onsite)
Duration: 12-month project
We’re seeking an experienced Technical Writer to support a large enterprise IT organization on a full-time, onsite basis. This role is ideal for someone who excels at translating complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences.
You’ll partner closely with IT leadership, engineers, developers, and business stakeholders to produce high-quality documentation that supports systems, processes, hardware, software, and user procedures.
Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning
- Work with department leaders and end users to define documentation needs for hardware, software, and business processes.
- Analyze project requirements to determine required document types.
- Gather and interpret technical information from system and development teams.
- Plan, write, edit, and produce a wide range of documents including user guides, manuals, technical specifications, training materials, and policy documentation.
- Maintain accuracy and consistency across all documentation.
- Edit contributions from various IT team members to create unified and professional deliverables.
- Ensure documentation aligns with organizational standards and meets audience needs.
- Create visuals (diagrams, charts, graphics) to enhance comprehension.
- Research and recommend new tools and methods to improve documentation delivery.
- Manage documentation timelines, version control, and updates.
- Conduct interviews, product research, and technical walkthroughs to gather source material.
- Support documentation-related process improvements.
- 4 years of technical writing experience
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or related field
- 4 years of technical writing experience
- Experience documenting IT systems, software, and processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and general desktop publishing
- Strong attention to detail and excellent written communication skills
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into user-friendly language
- Strong interviewing, research, and information-gathering skills
- Highly organized, self-directed, and capable of meeting deadlines
- Experience working in collaborative, team-oriented environments
