Technical Writer, Product Engineer

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Technical Writer & Product Engineer at Thermal Works handling documentation for complex HVAC systems in data centers. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities:

  • Controlled, customer-ready documentation packages (product specs, data sheets, IOM manuals) released on schedule.
  • Document revision history, approvals, and release status maintained and audit-ready across all product lines.
  • Timely documentation updates aligned to engineering changes (ECRs/ECOs/ECNs), drawing revisions, and manufacturing releases.
  • Traceability maintained between specifications, manuals, drawings, supporting calculations, and attachments.
  • A searchable, cross-referenced document library that supports fast retrieval from quote through delivery and field support.
  • Translate complex engineering and HVAC system concepts into clear, accurate documentation for internal teams, contractors, customers, and service providers.
  • Develop, edit, and maintain controlled product documentation, including:
  • Product specifications, performance data, and technical data sheets.
  • Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) manuals.
  • Collaborate with Project Management on submittal packages and supporting technical exhibits for customer and construction use, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance on documentation necessary for manufacturing, test, and inspection.
  • Ensure documentation reflects real product configurations, performance data, and intended application.
  • Collaborate with the Engineering Change Manager on document configuration management, including revision control, versioning, approvals, and release status.
  • Ensure documentation remains aligned with engineering changes (ECRs/ECOs/ECNs), drawing revisions, and manufacturing releases.
  • Maintain traceability between specifications, manuals, drawings, supporting calculations, and attachments.
  • Develop and maintain a cross-referencing and cataloging system for easy document retrieval, maintaining continuity and revision control from quote to delivery.
  • Collect, organize, and update supporting attachments for technical documents.
  • Ensure all technical documents meet internal quality standards and external compliance requirements.
  • Review and update technical documents on a scheduled basis to maintain accuracy and relevancy.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Operations, Compliance, Quality Assurance, and Marketing teams to ensure alignment of documentation across functions and consistent messaging.
  • Support new product introductions and changes to released products with timely documentation updates.
  • Provide guidance for documentation best practices.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Engineering, Construction Management, Communications, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3+ years of experience in technical documentation, configuration management, or document control for engineered products, manufacturing systems, or construction projects.
  • Experience with revision control, document change management, and approval workflows in a quality driven or regulated environment.
  • Strong technical writing and editing skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple document sets across different product and project stages.
  • Strong verbal communication skills and comfort collaborating with engineering and operations teams.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems (experience with PLM or QMS tools is a plus).
  • Self-directed, reliable, and effective in fast-changing, cross-functional environments.
  • Understanding of construction workflows, contractor-facing documentation, and submittal processes.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing documentation (e.g., BOMs, assembly instructions, test documentation).
  • Working knowledge of mechanical equipment and HVAC systems is a major plus.

Benefits:

  • A fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation.
  • A flexible, autonomous work environment.
  • A culture of respect, learning, and excellence.
  • Experienced, highly talented experts as team peers.
  • Growth and travel opportunities.
  • A team of change-makers having a significant impact on people and the planet.