Senior Technical Writer

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Northford, CT, USA
Hybrid
83K-104K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Security • Energy • Industrial
The Role
Lead and manage a team of technical writers to produce high-quality documentation for complex products. Develop standards, processes, and best practices; collaborate cross-functionally; review and edit content for clarity and compliance; mentor junior writers; and improve documentation quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Summary Generated by Built In

As a Sr Tech Writer here at Honeywell, you will lead and manage a team of technical writers to create clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation. You will develop and implement standards, processes, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all documentation. Your expertise in technical writing principles and style guides will be essential in maintaining a high level of professionalism and adherence to industry standards.


In this role, you will impact documentation quality, team performance, cross-functional collaboration, process efficiency, compliance, and customer satisfaction. Join us at Honeywell and make a difference in shaping the future of our technical documentation practices.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of highquality technical documentation for complex products and systems
  • Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to gather information and ensure accuracy of technical content
  • Research, analyze, and interpret technical information to create clear and concise documentation
  • Develop and implement documentation standards, processes, and best practices
  • Review and edit technical documents for clarity, consistency, and adherence to style guidelines
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior technical writers
  • Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in technical writing tools and methodologies
Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in technical writing, preferably in a managerial role
  • Strong knowledge of technical writing principles, style guides, and documentation standards
  • Proficiency in using authoring tools such as MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker, or similar
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience
  • Experience in managing documentation projects and teams
  • Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction

WE VALUE

  • Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, or a related field
  • Master's degree in Technical Communication or a related field (preferred)
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality documentation
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills
  • Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards
  • Continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends

The annual base salary range for this position $83,200 to $104,000.  Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

 

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays .For more Honeywell Benefits information visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/ 

 

ABOUT HONEYWELL

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high-growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more about Honeywell: click here


THE BUSINESS UNIT

Honeywell Building Automation (BA) is a leading global provider of products, software, solutions, and technologies that enable building owners and occupants to ensure their facilities are safe, energy efficient, sustainable, and productive. BA products and services include advanced software applications for building control and optimization; sensors, switches, control systems, and instruments for energy management; access control; video surveillance; fire products; and installation, maintenance, and upgrades of systems. Revenues in 2022 for BA were $6B and there are approximately 18,000 employees globally.


The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date: August 12, 2026.

About UsHoneywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy.

Skills Required

  • Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in technical writing, preferably in a managerial role
  • Strong knowledge of technical writing principles, style guides, and documentation standards
  • Proficiency in using authoring tools such as MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker, or similar
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience
  • Experience in managing documentation projects and teams
  • Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction
  • Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, or a related field
  • Master's degree in Technical Communication or a related field
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality documentation
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills
  • Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards
  • Continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends

Honeywell Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Honeywell and has not been reviewed or approved by Honeywell.

  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits are anchored by a strong 401(k) match with clear vesting and annual funding mechanics. Plan administration and education resources further reinforce long‑term savings support.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time away provisions include company holidays, flexible vacation for many exempt roles, and paid sick time. These policies contribute meaningful breadth beyond base pay.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is available to all parents with flexible usage options, and certain family‑building supports are included. Birth mothers can coordinate leave with short‑term disability for extended coverage.

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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, NC
110,269 Employees
Year Founded: 1906

What We Do

Honeywell is a Fortune 500 company that invents and manufactures technologies to address tough challenges linked to global macrotrends such as safety, security, and energy. With approximately 110,000 employees worldwide, including more than 19,000 engineers and scientists, we have an unrelenting focus on quality, delivery, value, and technology in everything we make and do.

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