Skip to contentContract – Technical Content Developer
Company | Origis Energy |
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Location | Austin, TX, USA |
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Salary | $38 – $43 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Mid Level |
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Requirements
- 3+ years’ experience in technical writing, instructional design, or combination of both
- Ability to understand and accurately translate technical information for specialized or general audiences
- UI/UX experience
- Familiarity with content- and learning management systems (CMS and LMS)
- Familiarity with documentation publishing software
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in English, writing, communications, curriculum development, industrial/electrical engineering, or a related field
- Specialized training in technical writing or instructional design a plus
- Prior experience in operations or production environments a plus
Responsibilities
- Research, write, and edit technical documentation, field operating and maintenance procedures, user guides, manuals, and instructional materials
- Manage documentation and training projects from initiation to delivery
- Maintain and update existing documentation and training materials as needed
- Ensure documentation and training materials follow accessibility guidelines and standards
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather accurate and up-to-date information
- Develop information architecture and administer a document management system
- Ensure consistency in tone, style, and formatting across all materials
- Incorporate multimedia elements, such as images, diagrams, videos, and animations, to enhance understanding and engagement
- Create or work with graphic designers and multimedia specialists to develop job aids or quick reference guides
- Conduct usability testing and gather feedback from end-users
- Implement version control and change management processes
- Ensure the accuracy and relevance of content over time
- Conduct periodic job-task analyses of operational roles to develop qualification books
- Analyze training needs and identify learning objectives according to a systematic approach
- Design and develop engaging and effective training materials, including instructor-led presentations, eLearning modules, and interactive group exercises
- Apply instructional design principles and adult learning theories to create impactful learning experiences
Preferred Qualifications
- UI/UX experience
- Familiarity with content- and learning management systems (CMS and LMS)
- Familiarity with documentation publishing software
- Specialized training in technical writing or instructional design a plus
- Prior experience in operations or production environments a plus