Technical Writer

If you are an Information Developer professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Austin, Texas location, you will develop detailed installation and user documentation for a diverse set of software products. You will work with product developers and members of the technical documentation team to develop content that will enable our customers to successfully install, set up, and use our products.

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world s most complex problems for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let s go. Let s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let s go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let s go!

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JOB SUMMARY:

If you are an Technical writer professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Austin, Texas location, you will develop detailed installation and user documentation for a diverse set of software products. You will work with product developers and members of the user documentation team to develop content that will enable our customers to successfully install, set up, and use our products.

AS AN TECHNICAL WRITER, YOU WILL:

• Develop, write, and support end-user documentation that includes high-level technical content, reference material, and detailed, task-specific work instructions
• Work with product developers, domain experts, product marketing managers and members of the user documentation team to develop technical content that enables our customers to successfully install, set up, and use our products
• Write end-user documentation for a multi-disciplined and multi-cultural audience, including process control operators, control systems engineers, configuration engineers, and others
• Work in DITA CMS to write new documentation and maintain existing documentation
• Follow the standard processes outlined by Emerson for writing style, format, and content
• Explore complex technical products and provide technically accurate and audience-focused documents for new and existing functionality in software and hardware
• Be responsible for driving the review and approval of technical content within the document management system

WHO YOU ARE:

• Multi-functional teammate
• Diligent, organized, flexible, and proactive teammate
• Willing to accept feedback and implement changes quickly and with a positive attitude
• Comfortable working in an Agile development environment

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor s degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or a master s degree and 3+ year of relevant experience
• Exceptional English writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop product understanding by working closely with product developers in an Agile development environment
• Ability to design and organize document structure
• Interest in hands-on installation, configuration and use of the software to further develop product understanding
• Understanding of accepted technical writing style conventions
• Experience in writing technical documents
• Ability to work closely as part of a team
• Dedicated and able to work independently
• Ability to simultaneously handle multiple projects and monitor their progress with minimal supervision
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong research skills
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Experience with modular documentation (for example, DITA XML) and component content management systems
• Desire to seek continuous improvements and innovation
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Demonstrated internships in technical writing/information development

OUR OFFER TO YOU:

By joining Emerson, you will be given the opportunity to make a difference through the work you do.

Emersons compensation and benefits programs are designed to be competitive within the industry and local labor markets . We also offer a comprehensive medical and insurance coverage to meet the needs of our employees.

We are committed to creating a global workplace that supports diversity, equity and embraces inclusion . We welcome foreign nationals to join us through our Work Authorization Sponsorship .

We attract, develop, and retain exceptional people in an inclusive environment, where all employees can reach their greatest potential . We are dedicated to the ongoing development of our employees because we know that it is critical to our success as a global company.

We have established our Remote Work Policy for eligible roles to promote Work-Life Balance through a hybrid work set up where our team members can take advantage of working both from home and at the office.

Safety is paramount to us, and we are steadfast in our pursuit to provide a Safe Working Environment across our global network and facilities.

Through our benefits, development opportunities, and an inclusive and safe work environment, we aim to create an organization our people are proud to represent.