About Us:
Job Description:
Join Us. Build a Better World Through Business.
At Barry-Wehmiller Companies, we believe business can be a powerful force for good. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, we are a global leader in manufacturing technology and services. Since our founding in 1885 as a maker of brewing machinery, we’ve grown through the acquisition of more than 80 companies, serving industries such as
packaging, paper converting, sheeting, corrugating, engineering, and IT consulting. In 2016, we ranked No. 10 on the St.
Louis Business Journal list of the city’s Top 150 Privately Held Companies.
What truly sets us apart is our culture—rooted in Truly Human Leadership, a philosophy that prioritizes the well-being and growth of every individual. We measure success by the way we touch lives, not just by financial results.
In India, Barry-Wehmiller operates as a hub of innovation and collaboration through our Global Competency Center (GCC) and other strategic functions. The GCC houses centres of excellence in engineering, content management, sourcing, software development, global IT operations, and shared financial services—providing critical support to Barry-Wehmiller divisions worldwide.
Our culture is built on:
· Ownership – Drive features end-to-end, from design to deployment.
· Flexibility – A friendly, results-oriented environment that respects your time.
· Empowerment – Your ideas matter, and your work creates visible impact.
· Learning and Growth – Tackle complex challenges alongside passionate peers, with continuous support for your development.
Career Development and Global Exposure
At Barry-Wehmiller, your growth is our priority. You’ll have access to world-class learning programs, leadership
development opportunities, and mentorship from industry experts. Our global footprint means you’ll collaborate with teams across continents, gaining exposure to diverse markets, cutting-edge technologies, and best practices from around the world. Whether you aspire to deepen your technical expertise or take on leadership roles, we provide the resources and support to help you thrive.
If you’re ready to bring your best thinking to a high-impact, future-focused environment—where long-term stability meets start-up agility—and be part of a company that cares deeply about people, we’d love to hear from you.
Technical Writer II - Role Overview
As a Technical Writer II, you will own end-to-end documentation tasks/projects for Barry-Wehmiller machinery/product lines using structured authoring applications to scale quality, consistency, and speed. You’ll partner closely with global Engineering, Product Line Managers, and other cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality product documentation. A key component of this role involves contributing to our ongoing Content Management System (CMS) implementation and driving documentation excellence across the full product lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Content Development:
Create, review, and maintain comprehensive and well-structured documentation for Barry- Wehmiller machinery/products, services, and processes.
Translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and user-friendly content, tailored to a wide range of audiences, including customers, internal teams, and for training purposes.
Work with global teams to understand and learn about the products and write procedures in technical documentation.
Own end-to-end documentation tasks using desktop and structured authoring applications to scale quality, consistency, and speed.
Ensure timely execution of documentation tasks in compliance with guidelines, best practices, and deliver defect free output.
Ensure all documentation adheres to applicable technical writing standards and guidelines such as ASD-STE100 (Simplified Technical English) and company style guides.
Content Management System:
Play an active role in the upcoming CCMS implementation program, contributing across all phases of the implementation roadmap from Foundation G Strategy through Optimization G Governance.
Work closely with the CCMS project team to do the pilot projects and develop the documentation workflows.
Support the migration of legacy content into the CCMS, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and proper metadata tagging throughout the transition.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Partner closely with global Engineering, Product Line Managers, and other cross-functional teams to deliver product documentation.
Coordinate with translation and localization teams to prepare documentation for multilingual publication in global markets.
Continuous Improvement:
Identify the opportunities for process improvements and workflow innovations and drive the activities to achieve meaningful results.
Qualifications G Skills
Essential:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Technical Communication, Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 7+ years of active, hands-on technical writing experience with demonstrable content authoring across previous roles — portfolio or writing samples required.
Strong domain knowledge of engineering industrial machinery, including mechanical systems, hydraulics, electronics, or automation equipment.
Proven experience working with Content Management Systems (CCMS/CMS), including hands-on use of tools such as SchemaST4, Paligo, Author-it, IXIASOFT, Adobe Experience Manager, or equivalent platforms.
Proficiency in using desktop publishing tools like Adobe InDesign, Adobe FrameMaker (including XML driven), and Microsoft Office.
Experience contributing to new product development (NPD) projects and managing documentation deliverables against engineering development milestones.
Experience collaborating with global, cross-functional stakeholders across multiple time zones and cultures
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Good to have:
Familiarity with translation management workflows and localization processes for multilingual documentation.
Knowledge of PLM tools like Windchill, Teamcenter, Infor XA, or BlueStar PLM is good to have.
Familiarity with CAD tools is an advantage.
Knowledge of the best practices used in the technical documentation industry would be a plus.
Soft Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and consistency
Time Management
Adaptability
Travel:
Work – related travel may be necessary.
.What is in for you?
This role is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to be part of a global team that values people excellence, innovative solutions, and operational excellence. Barry Wehmiller provides a unique environment where you can grow your skills, work on impactful projects, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. In addition, we are deeply committed to your personal and professional growth, fostering a culture that helps you achieve your full potential.
We offer a culture that values autonomy, ownership, and flexibility. You’ll have the freedom to experiment, influence product decisions, and see your work through—from idea to delivery. Our teams are collaborative, agile, and outcome driven, with trust placed in every individual to make a meaningful impact.
To understand more about our people-first philosophy, you may like to watch this short video by our CEO, Mr. Bob Chapman, on Truly Human Leadership: Watch the video
At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Company:
Bw Corporate GccSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Technical Communication, Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 7+ years of active, hands-on technical writing experience
- Strong domain knowledge of engineering industrial machinery
- Proven experience working with Content Management Systems
- Proficiency in desktop publishing tools like Adobe InDesign and Adobe FrameMaker
- Experience managing documentation deliverables against engineering development milestones
- Experience collaborating with global, cross-functional stakeholders
- Familiarity with translation management workflows
- Knowledge of PLM tools
- Familiarity with CAD tools
- Knowledge of best practices used in the technical documentation industry
Barry-Wehmiller Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Barry-Wehmiller and has not been reviewed or approved by Barry-Wehmiller.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with immediate vesting and a defined company match is provided, supporting structured long‑term savings. Plan specifics are documented in the current benefits handbook.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available for both birth and secondary caregivers, complemented by family‑building supports such as fertility benefits. Company‑paid disability coverage offers additional income protection around family events.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A wellness incentive program can significantly reduce medical premiums when requirements are met. Telehealth and second‑opinion services, along with other resources, broaden everyday support.
Barry-Wehmiller Insights
What We Do
We’re Building A Better World. We’re more than just a successful capital equipment and engineering solutions firm. We’re an organization fiercely committed to improving the lives of our team members across the globe. By providing meaningful work in an environment of care and compassion, we send them home fulfilled by their time with us, rather than drained by it. We understand what every human being on the planet desires: to know that who they are and what they do matter. As a business, we have a unique opportunity to let them know that they do. Through our Truly Human Leadership culture and personal growth initiatives, we help them become their best selves. And when we bring out their best, they give their best. To their work, their team members and friends, our customers and suppliers, the people in the communities in which they work and live, and--most important of all--to their families. And before you know it, a better job has helped build a better world!
