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Technical Writer

Technical Writer

  • GEOKON is a manufacturer of sensors and instrumentation used in civil, mining and structural engineering projects throughout the world.

    We are currently seeking a Technical Writer, who at the direction of the Sales & Marketing Manager, will contribute to the success of GEOKON by providing oversight and direction for technical materials including manuals, datasheets, etc. Primary responsibilities will include authoring and editing materials for effective communication of information to the intended audience, utilizing desktop publishing practices to flow copy into standard templates. This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

    Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

    • Revise product manuals as needed per ECR/ECO processes. Maintains lead role in managing ECR’s that impact the Sales and Marketing team.
    • Identifies and implements opportunities to consolidate existing content, delivering clear, concise technical information that is consistent across all related materials (product catalog, manuals, datasheets, web).
    • Ensures all new product manuals conform to design standards.
    • Provides direct oversight of translation processes and job queue for all materials (includes prioritization, scheduling, tracking, desktop publishing, cataloging).
    • Maintains an electronic database of work in process and current state of technical materials. Provides updates as needed.
    • Authors new technical manuals in support of product launches.
    • Provides technical writing capability as assigned (case studies, etc.)
    • Provides proof reading assistance as assigned (case studies, social media postings, advertising, etc.)

    Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Writing, English, Computer Science, Communications, Creative Writing, Journalism
    • Minimum 5-7 years of related work experience

    Other Requirements:

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
    • Experience in Adobe® software:
      • FrameMaker® 2017, InDesign® (required)
      • Illustrator®, Photoshop® (helpful)
    • Excellent computer proficiency (Microsoft® Word™, Excel® and Outlook®)
    • Database experience: Microsoft Access®, MySQL™, etc. (helpful)
    • Experience in working with XML (helpful)
    • Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
    • Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
    • High attention to detail a must
    • Must be authorized to work in the United States

    This opportunity is located in Lebanon, NH, near Dartmouth College, and resides within the scenic Upper Valley region of New Hampshire, which offers a wide-range of year-round recreational and cultural opportunities.

    GEOKON is an outstanding company offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits including Medical/Dental, Life/Disability Insurance and 401(k).

    Please or send (no phone calls please) your résumé, with salary history, to:

    Manager, Human Resources

    GEOKON

    48 Spencer Street

    Lebanon, NH 03766

  • GEOKON, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 603-448-1562 ext. 1013 for assistance. US citizen or authorization to work in the US is required.

    Adobe and FrameMaker, InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

    Microsoft, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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