Technical Illustrator and Writer

Job Description

Interprets technology by producing drawings and written descriptions for instruction and engineering/production support documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.

Experience:

Desktop Publishing, 3D modeling a plus.

Skills/Abilities:

Effective communication and writing skills

Must be detail oriented with ability to multitask

Effective project and time management skills

PC computer operational skills

ESSENTIAL RESULTS:

Comprehends technology by observing production and use; interviewing engineers and designers; studying solid models, prints, sketches, drawings, specifications, parts lists, mock-ups, samples, etc.

Create component part and assembly models, 3D renderings and concepts as required.

Prepares illustrations and or rough sketches of material to discuss with Engineering Documentation Manager and making necessary changes.

Illustrate concepts, assemblies and components by designing and executing drawings, sketches, renderings, prints, charts and graphs.

Layout step-by-step process of product assembly by designing and executing composition, sketches, rough and finished artwork into working documents.

Review engineering drawings, designs, renderings, writing and page layout to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards.

Verifies comprehension of technology and composition by testing description and instructions.

Obtains approval of interpretation by submitting draft to approval.

Maintains systems and product database structures by collecting, analyzing, summarizing, and entering all such data.

Responsible for meeting completion dates and work schedule adjustments.

Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Other duties as assigned.