Technical Writer

Location: East Farmingdale, New York, United States

Salary: $65,000–$80,000 per year

Company

Peerless Instrument develops products, systems, and programs supported by technical publications and regulated documentation.

What you will do

• Develop, maintain, and revise technical documentation for products, systems, and programs.
• Create technical publications and collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, program management, and subject matter experts.
• Perform technical and editorial reviews for accuracy, consistency, completeness, readability, quality, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Translate technical information into clear, concise, user-focused documentation.
• Format technical publications, including internal forms, procedures, and complete technical manuals.
• Recommend improvements to documentation processes, templates, workflows, and publishing practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• At least three years of experience creating technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of technical writing principles, documentation lifecycle management, and publication development processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Skilled in editing, proofreading, and maintaining tone, accuracy, and consistency across deliverables.
• Ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and collaborate across multiple departments.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug coverage, dental benefits, life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match and profit sharing.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and learning and development opportunities.
• Employee stock purchase plan, referral program, recognition, and a supportive workplace culture.
• The position may involve exposure to export-controlled information and additional security screening.