Technical Writer - Engineering Governance

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Our equipment is used to build the roads and infrastructure that connects us to each other and to the goods and services we use. We are an industry leader known for delivering innovative solutions that create value for our customers. As our industry evolves, we are using new technology and data like never before.

We’re looking for creative problem solvers to build the future with us. Connect with us today and build your career at Astec.

LOCATION: This is an on-site position. Work can be done at any US Astec location – TN, WI, IL, KS, NE, SD, OR.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Engineering Governance Technical Writer will work under the Global CAD Manager, partnering with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain internal engineering documentation for the Astec Global Engineering team. The role centers on producing clear, concise, high-information-density content—policies, standards, procedures, work instructions, best practices, and training materials—optimized for both human readers and AI-enabled tools used for translation, search, and content reuse. The writer will review team content, organize complex technical information, and ensure consistent communication across the global organization.

The position also involves establishing and improving processes for reusing written data across platforms and languages, coordinating accurate third-party translations, and managing documentation and training assets.

Deliverables & Responsibilities

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and maintain clear, concise, high-information-density policies, standards, procedures, work instructions, and best practices.

· Review and edit team-developed content to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with engineering governance.

· Assist in developing training materials designed for effective comprehension and reuse.

· Organize complex technical information into formats optimized for both human readers and AI-enabled parsing, translation, and reuse.

· Develop processes that support efficient reuse of written content across multiple languages and delivery formats, including PDFs, help files, SharePoint pages, and training materials.

· Coordinate with third parties to ensure accurate, efficient translation into languages such as English, French, Portuguese, and Hindi.

· Manage the storage, organization, and revision control of technical documentation and training materials.

· Recommend process and system improvements to enhance documentation quality and efficiency.

· Aggressively support and promote the OneASTEC culture.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

· Bachelor’s degree or higher in English, Technical Writing, or a related discipline

· Minimum of 5 years of related experience in policy, standards, procedure, and work instruction creation for engineering teams.

· Experience with AI for information and data conversion is preferred.

· Effective communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills

· Experience preparing illustrations, photographs, diagrams, and charts for use in technical documentation.

· Solid written communication skills; technical writing, editing and documentation experience.

· Proficient with MS Office, InDesign, DITA XML authoring software such as OxygenXML.

· Familiarity with 2D and 3D CAD tools

· Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

· Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers

· Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business

· Respect for all individuals

· Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation

· Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

Travel Requirements: As Needed (not expected to exceed 10%)

NOTE: This position may be responsible for certain internal control responsibilities. These internal control responsibilities are verbally communicated to the incumbent and periodic feedback is provided as it relates to the performance of these internal control responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of injury in an office environment and occasionally a manufacturing shop plant environment. Duties include a typical office setting including extensive computer work, sitting, or standing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.