Technical Author
Core
Transform complex technical information into clear, user-friendly vessel operating manuals and guides to empower customers and crews to operate safely and efficiently.
Role type
Senior Technical Author (Maritime Documentation)
Builds
Vessel operating manuals, maintenance plans, performance analyses, and spare part packages for Damen-built vessels.
Domain
Maritime industry / Asset Management / Technical Documentation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Technical writing, Simplified Technical English (STE), CCMS, XML, DITA, project management, budgeting, engineering drawing interpretation (P&ID)
Preferred skills
Adobe FrameMaker, familiarity with STE
Technologies
CCMS, XML, DITA, Adobe FrameMaker
Responsibilities
Develop new vessel operating manuals and enhance existing documentation; Customize content to meet specific customer and vessel needs; Gather information through literature review, expert interviews, and technical analysis; Create precise, unambiguous content in English; Lead documentation projects including planning and budgeting; Interpret manufacturer guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC