Technical Writer
About Aegis Sortation
At Aegis, our purpose is clear: to create raving fans through expert innovation in intralogistics. Our team combines innovative thinking with deep industry expertise to deliver solutions for projects of all sizes, throughputs, and complexities.
Aegis Sortation is a leader in the intralogistics technology and innovation space. Our expertise spans E-Commerce, Freight and Parcel, and Warehouse and Distribution. As a prime integrator, we have a team capable of conceptualizing and laying out complex systems, and completing detailed design engineering, procurement, and field installation across various project platforms. Our commitment to integrating excellence throughout the project life cycle sets us apart, delivering automation solutions to businesses ranging from local service providers to international logistics giants.
About The Role
Aegis Sortation is looking for a Technical Writer who thrives at the intersection of engineering, documentation, and customer delivery.
The Technical Writer will prepare Functional Design Documents for customer projects using customer specifications, mechanical drawings, and electrical drawings. This role involves approximately 90% content writing and 10% mechanical/electrical drawing interpretation. The Technical Writer will also create checklists to support project quality and compliance.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and maintain Functional Design Documents (FDD) for complex systems.
- Interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and integrate them into documentation.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.
- Create and manage checklists for quality assurance and project standards.
- Utilize tools such as Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite for documentation.
- Ensure timely delivery of documentation aligned with project schedules.
Embrace and promote by incorporating into your work the core values of Aegis:
- Professionalism: Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Everyone is accountable for their work. Above all, respect others.
- Customer Focus: Always work to exceed customer expectations.
- Collaboration: Share ideas; train and mentor others to your level. Improve one another.
- Take it Personal: Complete every task as if your reputation depends on it. Because it does!
- Make it Better: Ask yourself, “What can I do to make our company better?”
- Open Minded: Look at the possibilities and think outside the box. Embrace change.
Requirements
- Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude; ability to interpret technical drawings.
- Expertise in FDD development and technical writing for automation systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite; familiarity with CAD viewers.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing tight timelines.
Summary
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- 401k
- Paid time off
- 10 Company Holidays
- Professional development opportunities
This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.
It is the policy of Aegis Sortation to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Aegis Sortation will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.