Technical Writer II

Technical Writer Interview Process: In-person, 2 hours

• 1st hour: Writing sample
• 2nd hour: Panel interview

Position Overview Seeking an experienced Technical Writer to support a leading petrochemical manufacturer. This role will develop and maintain technical documentation for complex manufacturing operations, working closely with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and update operating procedures, maintenance procedures, work instructions, technical manuals, training materials, and engineering documents.
• Work with engineers, operations, maintenance teams, and SMEs to translate complex technical information into clear documentation.
• Review and revise existing documents for accuracy, consistency, safety, and compliance.
• Support document control, version management, change management, and approval workflows.
• Ensure documentation meets company standards and industry/regulatory requirements.

Required Experience

• 10+ years in petrochemical, refining, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• 6–8 years of technical writing experience supporting engineering, operations, maintenance, or capital projects.
• 6+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience with process equipment such as:
  • Pumps and valves
  • Reactors
  • Distillation/stack columns
  • Heat exchangers
  • Other process unit equipment
• Strong knowledge of refinery/petrochemical process units, operating procedures, equipment systems, and terminology.
• 5+ years of experience with each: Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, and TruView.
• Strong experience with editing, proofreading, document control, and document management.
• Ability to interview SMEs and turn complex technical information into clear, user-friendly documentation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.