Technical Writer $83,000 - $94,000 annually

Pay Rate: $83,000 – $94,000 annually
Join the world leader in thermal mass flow meter technology. FCI began in 1964 by pioneering the development and application of thermal dispersion flow and level sensing technology. The Company is the world-recognized leading manufacturer for solving flow and level measurement applications for industrial process and plant applications using patented thermal dispersion flow measurement technology.
From off-the-shelf product solutions to custom engineered products and systems, FCI provides world leading experience and a record of unequalled innovation to meet or exceed our customer application demands. Complimenting FCI product leadership is a world class Flow and Level Calibration Facility in which all calibrations are performed in liquids or gases utilizing only N.I.S.T. traceable equipment and instrumentation.
The Job:
FCI is in search of a Technical Writer to join our team. This position will be responsible for creating, maintaining, and updating technical documentation for our product maintenance and release. Day to day responsibilities include creating user manuals, technical guides, and web-based help systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be working within our Sustaining Engineering team to ensure all documentation of product release is accurate, comprehensive, and user-friendly. This is also an on-site opportunity at our San Marcos, CA office location. 
Who We Are Looking For:

• A detail-oriented and organized Technical Writer that can manage multiple projects simultaneously and has the commitment to ensuring the highest quality of work.
• The ideal candidate is proactive and thrives in a collaborative environment. Someone who is passionate about technology and has a knack for translating technical information into clear and concise procedures.

What You’ll Do: 

• Maintain legacy and new product information through detailed user manuals, technical guides, and other forms of documentation.
• Collaborate with developers to gather information for creation of training materials, such as data sheets, user manuals, applications, notes, errata, product briefs, programmer guides, and other forms of technical documentation.
• Create clear, concise, and comprehensive concepts to explain the products to users and clients.
• Utilize various tools and software to create and manage documentation, including word processors, content management systems, and graphic design tools.
• Develop and maintain document layouts to ensure consistency across all documentation.
• Provide recommendations for effective formatting and ways to produce the highest quality of work and standards per company specifications.

What’s in it For You:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• STD, LTD, Basic Life/AD&D
• Optional Supplemental Life/AD&D
• FSA
• 401k with matching after a year of service
• Paid Sick Leave, Vacation, and Holiday Pay
• A registered Alternative Workweek 4/10 Schedule

What You’ll Need:

• BA or BS Degree in Technical Writing, Communications, Computer Science or a related field.
• 3 or more years of experience with technical writing, engineering or testing and evaluation.
• Basic knowledge of process control technology, engineering schematics, and design specifications.
• Progressive work experience in PDF generation such as Microsoft Word, Adobe InDesign, DTP Graphic Illustrations, and various document templates.
• Experience with test equipment, including general device testing and interoperability testing is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.

Physical/Travel Requirements:
No travel required. This position may require extended periods of sitting, in addition to extensive computer usage.