Technical Writer

Technical WriterClayton Services is searching for a Technical Writer to join a thriving engineering and manufacturing company in Katy, Texas. The Technical Writer will be responsible for developing professional Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) manuals by organizing engineering documentation, collaborating with technical teams, and producing polished, client-ready operating manuals for industrial process equipment.Job Type: Temporary (possible temp-to-hire) Pay Rate: $35.00 - $45.00/hour, depending on experience Benefits: Excellent benefits available after the successful completion of the temporary periodTechnical Writer Responsibilities:Develop Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) manuals for industrial process equipment and packaged systems.Compile, organize, and format technical information from engineering documents into professional operating manuals.Review and interpret engineering documentation including P&IDs, equipment datasheets, process descriptions, control narratives, vendor manuals, and technical drawings.Collaborate with engineering, project management, and operations teams to ensure technical accuracy and completeness.Utilize existing company templates to prepare clear, organized, and client-ready documentation.Prepare operating procedures including startup, normal operation, shutdown, maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety procedures.Create equipment descriptions, process summaries, operating limits, maintenance instructions, and troubleshooting guides.Incorporate engineering revisions and client feedback into final documentation.Maintain document formatting, revision history, and document control standards.Organize supporting documentation, graphics, and technical content into comprehensive project manuals.Produce professional deliverables suitable for customer handover and field operations.Participate in onsite collaboration with engineering teams during onboarding, with the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule after initial training.Technical Writer Skills and Abilities:Excellent technical writing, editing, proofreading, and document organization skills.Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe PDF tools.Strong ability to organize large technical documents while maintaining consistent formatting and professionalism.Ability to understand engineering drawings, P&IDs, technical specifications, and equipment documentation.Strong attention to detail with exceptional grammar, formatting, and communication skills.Ability to gather information from multiple subject matter experts and convert technical information into clear, user-friendly documentation.Experience developing operating manuals, maintenance manuals, technical procedures, SOPs, or similar documentation preferred.Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineering teams.Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.Technical Writer Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Engineering, or a related field preferred.3+ years of technical writing experience preferred; candidates with less experience and exceptional writing ability will also be considered.Experience preparing technical documentation for industrial equipment, manufacturing, engineering, energy, oil & gas, water treatment, automation, or related industries preferred.Experience working with engineering documentation such as P&IDs, equipment manuals, process documentation, or technical specifications is highly desirable.Experience creating Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) manuals or similar technical documentation is a plus.Strong Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Microsoft Word, is required.Portfolio or samples of previous technical writing work are strongly preferred.