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Technical Documentation Lead

Wilmington, NC · Hybrid

Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to develop, validate, and publish technical ... Ensure documentation accuracy, completeness, and usability through structured review and validation ...

Corning

Technical Documentation Lead

Wilmington, NC · On-site

Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to develop, validate, and publish technical ... Ensure documentation accuracy, completeness, and usability through structured review and validation ...

Corning

Technical Documentation Lead

Wilmington, NC · Hybrid

Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to develop, validate, and publish technical ... Ensure documentation accuracy, completeness, and usability through structured review and validation ...

SEACORP

Technical Documentation Manager

Norfolk, VA · On-site

... programming to the targeted audience. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: * Lead, motivate, and support cross-functional teams, ensuring all requirements are met on schedule and within budget by ...

SEACORP

Technical Documentation Manager

Norfolk, VA

... programming to the targeted audience. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: * Lead, motivate, and support cross-functional teams, ensuring all requirements are met on schedule and within budget by ...

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As of Jul 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for technical documentation engineer in the United States is $134,221.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,000.00 and $156,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Technical Documentation Engineer is responsible for creating, managing, and maintaining technical documents such as manuals, user guides, product specifications, and instructional materials. They work closely with engineers, product managers, and developers to translate complex technical information into clear and accessible documentation for users, clients, or internal teams. This role requires strong writing skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to organize and present information effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Technical Documentation Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Technical Documentation Engineer, you need a strong grasp of technical writing, attention to detail, and expertise in relevant engineering or IT domains, often backed by a degree in a technical field. Familiarity with documentation tools such as MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker, or Confluence, and sometimes certifications like CSTW (Certified Software Technical Writer), is highly valued. Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills set top candidates apart. These abilities are crucial to ensure complex technical information is accurately and clearly conveyed to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, supporting product usability and compliance.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Technical Documentation Engineer?

Technical Documentation Engineers typically create, edit, and maintain manuals, user guides, API documentation, and internal process documents. They work closely with product developers, engineers, and subject matter experts to gather information and ensure documentation is technically accurate and up-to-date. Day-to-day tasks may include attending project meetings, managing documentation repositories, updating content based on product iterations, and maintaining consistency across all materials. This role often balances independent writing time with collaborative sessions to clarify complex concepts and ensure completeness.

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Technical Documentation Manager

Systems Engineering Associates Corporation

Norfolk, VA • On-site

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Re-posted 12 days ago

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Job Summary: SEACORP is seeking a highly skilled and customer-focused Technical Documentation Manger to drive the successful execution of Navy Navigation training implementations and technical documentation solutions. This individual will lead cross-functional teams consisting of Technical Writers, ECP/ECI Specialists, Instructional Designers, Graphic Designers, and functional subject matter experts while serving as the primary interface between the customer and the delivery team. The Technical Documentation Manger will combine strong technical expertise, product knowledge, and leadership capabilities to ensure high-quality, on-time, and on-budget delivery while building trusted customer relationships. Core to the role is the development of the training itself, including the assessment of content, method of delivery, and measurement of learner understanding. Using significant individual discretion, a Technical Documentation Manager works with the customer to define outcomes, uses content knowledge of Navy systems and procedures to develop appropriate content, applies relevant instruction methodologies and ultimately delivers the programming to the targeted audience.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead, motivate, and support cross-functional teams, ensuring all requirements are met on schedule and within budget by monitoring costs and resources to ensure efficiency.
  • Lead the review, analysis and evaluation of technical documentation requirements.
  • Manage training readiness for production deliveries, aligning content with roadmaps, and release cycles.
  • Conduct needs assessments and ensure content meets user and customer requirements.
  • Perform level of effort evaluations to assess task scope, resource requirements and estimated completion timelines in support of project planning and execution.
  • Identifies potential risks and creates contingency plans to keep projects on track.
  • Monitor, evaluate, or record training activities or program effectiveness.
  • Develop alternative training methods if expected outcomes are not met.
  • Complete post-training activities to ensure customer receives all information relevant to the students' completion, assessments of learning, operational issues/challenges that were encountered/addressed, and budget.
  • Ensures technical documentation deliverables meet quality standards and project requirements.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact and "face" of the delivery teams to the customer.
  • Build and maintain strong, trusted customer relationships.

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