Technical Copywriter, FUTEK
About Us: At FUTEK, we make products for the future of tech. We create sensing and test-measurement instrument solutions for the world’s leading tech innovators. Our products have been to Mars and below the sea, they save peoples’ lives and even help read their minds. We specialize in the research and development of sensors that measure load, torque, or pressure along with the suite of instrumentation. Our products help companies like Apple, Google, NASA, Tesla and Intuitive Surgical stay on the cusp of innovation. We constantly strive to reinvent and redefine technology and our quality stands unmatched within the test and measurement industry.
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Technical Copywriter to join our team on a contractual basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and engaging content for a variety of audiences. This role involves collaborating with engineering, marketing, and sales teams to develop technical documentation, product messaging, and marketing materials. Experience in technical industries like industrial automation or sensor manufacturing is a plus, but the ability to quickly learn and communicate technical subject matter is key.
*This is a part-time contract position*
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Produce high-quality documentation, including model pages, training assets, and product marketing materials.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and sales, to gather information and ensure the accuracy and relevance of content.
- Participate in review sessions with stakeholders to incorporate feedback and refine content to meet organizational standards and audience needs.
- Contribute to the development of content strategies that align with FUTEK’s branding and marketing objectives, ensuring consistency in tone and messaging.
- Convert engineering-heavy information into engaging, accessible content suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Develop outlines and drafts for each project, iterating based on feedback from engineering, sales, and business development teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical Writing, Communications, or a related field. Equivalent experience in technical writing within an engineering-focused industry may also be considered.
- 5+ years of experience generating technical documentation, preferably within industrial automation, sensor technology, aerospace, or electronics.
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering documentation such as schematics, blueprints, and product specifications.
- Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation and marketing content.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse teams, including engineering and marketing, to gather technical information and develop accurate documentation.
- The ability to thrive with a high level of autonomy and responsibility, managing competing demands and occasional tight deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience creating technical documentation within the industrial automation or sensor manufacturing sector or related high-tech industries.
- Understanding of sensor technologies, including force, torque, strain gauge technology, and load cell performance specifications.
- Background knowledge in mechanical or electrical engineering concepts.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
FUTEK is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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