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Technical Writer

Pella, Iowa (hybrid)

As a Technical Writer, you will transform complex technical information into clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation that supports customers and internal teams. Your publications will reach a broad audience and may include installation guides, service manuals, owner's manuals, assembly instructions, and other technical documents. 

In this role, you will collaborate closely with engineering, product management, product marketing, service, legal, and other cross-functional partners to ensure all publications are complete, current, and aligned with organizational standards. You will help users install, operate, and service window and door products while contributing to improved customer experience and consistent product understanding. 

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership of their work, thrives in a collaborative environment, and seeks opportunities to enhance the processes and standards of technical publications. 

While the responsibilities may vary slightly, the position will likely include varying levels of the following activities:

• Develop, edit, and standardize technical content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency across all publications. 
• Participate in installation and service procedures to document and validate technical processes, specifications, and product details. 
• Manage multiple writing projects simultaneously, communicating risks, and identifying solutions as needed to meet deadlines. 
• Manage production timelines, subject matter expert reviews, and product schedule to meet launch deadlines. 
• Organize material and apply established standards for formatting, terminology, grammar, style, and information architecture. 
• Request illustrations, photographs, diagrams, and other graphic materials to support content clarity and comprehension. 
• Deliver completed publications to print vendors, digital platforms, translators, and internal systems, maintaining clear documentation of delivery details. 
• Work both independently and collaboratively, adjusting quickly to shifting priorities. 

• Analyze technical content to identify gaps, propose improvements and anticipate emerging documentation needs.  

TRAVEL 

The position will require some travel (approx. 10 percent).  

QUALIFICATIONS  

• Strong mechanical aptitude and/or technical background, with the ability to understand and translate complex technical concepts. 
• Exceptional writing, editing, and criticalthinking skills with attention to detail. 
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with engineers, product teams, and leadership. 
• Proven ability to manage schedules, multi-task, prioritize effectively, and react quickly to changing project needs. 

• Experience collaborating with designers to develop supporting visuals preferred. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE  

Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) or technical equivalent in journalism, science writing, English, technical communication or a related field. 3-5 years or an equivalent combination of education and experience considered.  

COMPUTER SKILLS  

Proficiency with documentation and productivity tools including Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and familiarity with RoboHead a plus.  

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE 

• You consistently produce highquality, usercentric documentation that supports internal workflows and enhances the customer experience. 
• You proactively identify improvements to content, workflows and documentation standards. 
• You build strong working relationships across engineering, marketing, service and project teams. 
• You help streamline how technical information is captured, organized and communicated across the organization. 

About Pella Corporation

As the #1 most-preferred national window and door brand by homeowners across the country, Pella Corporation leads the industry in innovation and design. Founded in 1925, today the Pella Family of Brands encompasses a robust product offering sold and installed through various channels. We are a growing, privately owned company with 20 manufacturing locations and over 10,000 team members in the U.S. and Canada. Pella is consistently recognized as a great place to work by Newsweek, Forbes and Glassdoor, having most recently been named to America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek in 2024, as well as Forbes' 2024 Best Employers for Women and Best-In-State Employer in Iowa. We have also received numerous accolades for innovation and design, including Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2024 and Most Innovative Manufacturers for 2022 and 2023.

At Pella, our team cares deeply, learns continuously and achieves results that go beyond. We encourage creative thinking that seeks out and includes diverse perspectives. And we empower you to do the work you're most proud of - that's why we offer individualized talent development plans, cross-functional experiences and opportunities for career advancement through personal and professional development.

With talent just like you, we are imagining, building and fighting for a brighter future for generations to come. Ready to find a career that sparks your passion?