Technical Writer

Job Description

Job Description

My Next Career Path Staffing – With over 20 years’ experience in Technology Staffing, MNCP Staffing matches candidates to the culture of an organization as well as required skill sets.

Basic Purpose

The Technical Writer supports the successful delivery of electrical utility capital and operational projects by developing, maintaining, and improving project documentation, procedures, reports, and communication materials. This position works closely with project managers, project controllers, engineers, construction managers, planners, regulatory teams, operations personnel, and executive stakeholders to translate complex technical and project information into clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation.

The role is responsible for ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance of project management documents supporting transmission, distribution, substation, generation, and grid modernization projects. The Technical Writer serves as a key resource in standardizing project controls documentation, supporting governance requirements, and improving knowledge management across the organization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Provide technical writing and content management support for creating and maintaining project management-related policies, procedures, manuals, white papers, presentations, and other documentation as required.
2. Identify opportunities to improve documentation processes and increase efficiency.
3. Assist with implementation and continuous improvement of PMO methodologies and best practices.
4. Maintain version control and document management protocols.
5. Participate in meetings or interviews with subject matter experts to obtain technical understanding and clarification of documentation requirements.
6. Coordinate requests for documentation and evidence.
7. Create spreadsheets that compile large sets of data for evaluation and presentation.
8. Ensure all compliance aspects of the position are known and followed; understand and comply with all policies, codes, and regulations applicable to the position and company.
9. Perform related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Communications, English, Business Administration, Engineering Technology, Project Management, or a related field.
2. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
3. 3–7 years of experience in technical writing, project documentation, or project controls.
4. Experience supporting capital projects, engineering projects, construction projects, or utility operations preferred.
5. Experience working in a regulated industry strongly preferred.
6. Familiarity with transmission, distribution, substation, or utility infrastructure projects is desirable.
7. Specialized Knowledge & Skills
8. Advanced technical writing, editing, and document formatting skills.
9. Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
10. Knowledge of project lifecycle management and PMO processes.
11. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple documents, deadlines, and stakeholder requests.
12. Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
13. Strong attention to detail with an emphasis on accuracy, consistency, and document quality.

Equipment & Applications

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including:

1. Microsoft Word
2. Microsoft Excel
3. Microsoft PowerPoint
4. SharePoint
5. Microsoft Teams
6. Experience with document management systems and collaboration platforms.
7. Familiarity with scheduling, project management, and reporting tools such as:
8. Primavera P6
9. Oracle Unifier
10. Power BI
11. Maximo