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Infojini Inc

Technical Writer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

... user manuals and training guides; installation guides; computer operations and program maintenance manuals; plans for training, testing, quality assurance, and contingency operations; backup ...

Infojini Inc

Technical Writer

Raleigh, NC

... writing and be capable of expressing thoughts, concepts and technological situations to a non ... Ability to deliver - System Manual, User Manual and System Specifications and other documents as ...

3M HEALTHCARE

Technical Writing Internship

Longwood, FL · On-site +1

The intern will work closely with our Associate Director of Customer Support and Technical Writer ... Review assigned sections of the TMS7 User Manual for changes due to software updates in the past ...

3M HEALTHCARE

Technical Writing Internship

Longwood, FL · On-site +1

The intern will work closely with our Associate Director of Customer Support and Technical Writer ... Review assigned sections of the TMS7 User Manual for changes due to software updates in the past ...

PROLIM Global Corporation

Technical Writer

Plano, TX · On-site

Writing, editing, and updating various materials, including user manuals, installation guides, release notes, FAQs, and online help content. Documentation Maintenance: Updating, maintaining, and ...

Artemis Arc

Communications Specialist/Writer

The Communications Specialist role requires a self-starter, proactive problem solver and action ... Create and maintain detailed user manuals, technical documentation, and FAQs for digital health ...

Artemis Arc

Communications Specialist/Writer

The Communications Specialist role requires a self-starter, proactive problem solver and action ... Create and maintain detailed user manuals, technical documentation, and FAQs for digital health ...

Viken Detection

Technical Writer

Burlington, MA · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

... self-directed Technical Writer to create clear, practical documentation for customers, field teams, and internal stakeholders. This role focuses on user manuals, troubleshooting guides, service ...

Viken Detection

Technical Writer

Burlington, MA · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

... self-directed Technical Writer to create clear, practical documentation for customers, field teams, and internal stakeholders. This role focuses on user manuals, troubleshooting guides, service ...

Viken Detection

Technical Writer

Burlington, MA · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

... self-directed Technical Writer to create clear, practical documentation for customers, field teams, and internal stakeholders. This role focuses on user manuals, troubleshooting guides, service ...

E Logic

User Support & Training Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$60K/yr

Strong technical writing skills with experience creating user manuals and instructional guides. * Mandatory expertise and familiarity with Section 508 compliance and web accessibility * standards.

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Electronic Technical Writer/Configuration

HELIOS TECHNOLOGIES INC

San Diego, CA • On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

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Job description

About the Company
Balboa Water Group is the health and wellness industry's leading provider of electronic control systems, accessories, pumps, jets, and other therapy products. Our dedication to excellence and quality for five decades has made us the premier, single-source provider of innovative and reliable designs, state-of-the-art manufacturing, and outstanding customer service worldwide. Due to our rapid growth, we seek passionate and talented team members who want to work in an organization that values integrity, diversity, intellectual curiosity, and accountability.
Job Summary
The Technical Writer will create technical documentation, including a user manual, how-to guides, integration guides, computer systems operation guides, and product specifications for the electronic controls and User Interface used for OEM in the Wellness Platform. This position works with engineers, sales, marketing, product management, and software developers to ensure that the information they provide is accurate and easy to understand.
Key Job Responsibilities
  • Writes and edits technical documents, wiring schematics, and diagrams, including reference and product manuals.
  • Writes and edits procedural documentation such as user guides and manuals.
  • Determines the type of publication that will best serve the project requirements.
  • Collaborate with engineers, programmers, and project manager to learn about new and existing products.
  • Creates or works with graphic designers to create diagrams, charts, and other visual aids to assist readers in understanding a product or process.
  • Gather customer, designer, and manufacturer feedback to improve technical documents.
  • Create Internal process documents and flow charts

Education Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in technical writing or a related field is required.

Experience Requirements
  • Minimum of 3+ years related experience is required.

Required Skills/Abilities
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
  • Proficient with Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator software
  • Ability to read wiring schematic
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent writing and grammatical skills.
  • Ability to present complex data in clear, concise text.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and to work independently.

EEO Statement
Balboa Water Group is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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