How do they match: Technical Writers

  • Technical and Scientific Publications Editor

  • Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.

  • Interview production and engineering personnel and read journals and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods.
  • Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
  • Observe production, developmental, and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail.
  • Review manufacturer's and trade catalogs, drawings and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and service of equipment.
  • Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail.

  • Coordinate logistics for productions or events.