Technical Writer

Technical Writer

D & R is a locally owned company, in business since 1990, located in Vestal, NY. We support commercial and defense firms in the development of their products. Those products are as diverse as subway cars, locomotives, military ships, trucks, jets, engine/generator sets, electronic equipment and much more. Our current work structure is a hybrid arrangement of work from home with occasional office visits. In addition, flexible work schedules provide our employees the opportunity to tailor their work schedule. Furthermore, we offer an excellent benefits package for our regular full-time employees.

Job Description

Duties may include any of the following aspects of technical documentation development.

• Developing simplified theory of operation and block diagrams for electrical, electronic, system networks, and /or mechanical equipment.


• Developing fault isolation and troubleshooting procedures for electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment.


• Developing maintenance (repair, replacement) procedures.


• Working with graphic arts personnel in support of publication effort.


• Working with desktop publishing personnel in support of publication effort.


• Participation in project, department and/or customer program meetings and reviews.

Qualifications and Experience

• Superior communication skills, written and verbal.


• Ability to interact with co-workers and customers both virtually and in-person.


• Experience in a technical field, with excellent working knowledge of technical documentation, including manuals and training material.


• Availability of secure and reliable internet connection for work from home activity.


• Availability to work in the office as needed is required.


• Ability to work within a defined scope to meet established deadlines.


• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematic diagrams.


• Skilled with Microsoft Office applications; Word, Excel, Access.


• Willingness to travel as needed a must.


• Veteran / Military experience a plus.


• Product Support experience a plus.

Candidates will be required to successfully complete a skills assessment as part of the interview process.