Technical Writer, Supervisor

Synectic Solutions Inc
Norfolk, VA
The Supervisory Technical Writer develops, writes, edits, and reviews technical materials including manuals, instructions, reports, catalogs, briefs, and other publications. This role documents work methods, operational procedures, and maintenance requirements for machinery and equipment. The position also serves as a supervisor to other technical writers, ensuring documentation quality, consistency, and compliance with established standards.

General Duties:
• Develop, write, and edit technical publications such as manuals, instructions, catalogs, and reports.
• Document work methods, installation procedures, operation processes, and maintenance requirements.
• Observe production, developmental, and experimental activities to gather technical details.
• Interview engineers, production personnel, and technical staff to obtain accurate information.
• Organize written material according to standards for clarity, conciseness, terminology, and formatting.
• Review and evaluate published materials, recommending revisions to improve content and usability.
• Edit materials prepared by other writers or technical personnel.
• Supervise and provide guidance to technical writing staff.
• Assign writing tasks, ensure deadlines are met, and maintain documentation quality.
• Recommend improvements in writing processes, formats, and documentation standards.

Required Education:
• Bachelor's degree in any field.

Required Experience:
• 3 years of related experience in technical writing or editing.

Skills & Competencies:
• Strong writing, editing, and content organization skills.
• Ability to guide, supervise, and mentor technical writing staff.
• Strong analytical ability to interpret technical and engineering information.
• Excellent communication and interviewing skills for gathering technical data.
• Proficiency with documentation tools, formatting standards, and publication software.
• Strong attention to detail, grammar, clarity, and document consistency.

Additional Requirements:
• None

Work Environment:
• Ability to work independently or lead a team of technical writers.
• Strong professionalism and adherence to documentation and quality standards.

Posted 2026-01-07

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