Technical Writer, Semi-truck Program, Gigafactory Nevada

Company: Tesla Motors
Location: Sparks
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

The Role
Tesla is looking for a highly motivated technical writer to work with engineers to document our manufacturing processes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to building the sustainable energy future in Gigafactory Nevada.

Responsibilities
The Technical Writer will work alongside engineers and other technical writers to document the details of manufacturing processes and equipment operation. The ideal candidate is familiar with technical writing and can quickly capture information with notes, recordings, and photographs, and then transform this information into clear Manufacturing Instructions (MIs), visual aids, training checklists, and maintenance instructions. MIs are the singular record of how Tesla's products are assembled, making them the processes that hundreds of our production associates follow.

Requirements

• Experience creating process documentation that clearly and efficiently communicates concepts, ideas, and instructions.
• Ability to translate verbal information into clearly written procedures.
• Demonstrated excellence in digital photography including but not limited to the following:
• Still and motion photography.
• Attention to aspect ratio and subject framing.
• Ability to use macro features in order to capture close-up detail.
• Manipulation of files between camera and computer.
• Formatting and editing of digital images, including image size and resolution, color, brightness and contrast, rotation and cropping, etc.
• Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment is a plus.
• Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines (simultaneously managing multiple documentation projects).
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills, with a proficiency in English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Excellent listening and observation skills.
• Well organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Mastery of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio. Qualifications
  • Degree in writing, engineering, drafting, or related field, or 3 years pertinent experience.

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