Technical Writer Job at Mission Design & Automation, Holland, MI

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  • Mission Design & Automation
  • Holland, MI

Job Description

Technical Writer

Posted on 04/27/2026

Location

Holland, MI, USA

Description

Mission Design & Automation is seeking a Technical Writer & Communications Specialist to author, edit, and review machine documentation and support company communications. This person will partner with project team members to prepare and ensure accuracy of the technical manual and documentation for custom industrial automated machinery with varying degrees of complexity. This position will also support marketing in the creation of content such as blog posts, case studies, etc.

What you’ll do as a Technical Writer & Communications Specialist

  • Build strong partnerships with project managers, controls engineers, machine builders, and other subject matter experts
  • Collaborate with project teams to fully understand machine functionality and ensure detailed and accurate documentation
  • Write, format, edit, review, proof, and send technical manuals for custom machines
  • Assist in writing and editing internal operational procedures and work instructions
  • Assemble digital and physical instruction manuals and prepare all documentation for delivery to customers
  • Schedule and track documentation tasks to align with machine shipment timelines and project milestones
  • Maintain a comprehensive library of technical terminology and documentation
  • Review documents for consistency, clarity, and alignment with company style guideline
  • Evaluate existing documentation templates and identify improvements
  • Capture machinery photos and videos for internal and external use
  • Work with marketing on content development as needed
  • Support internal team with training and process documentation

This list is intended to be a guideline for activities and is not all-inclusive.

What skills you’ll use

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in English, Communications, Professional Writing, or Engineering field with desire to focus on communications
  • Excellent writing, editing and communication skills
  • Strong technical aptitude – ability to synthesize technical content from Subject Matter Experts to create training materials and procedures
  • Excellent work ethic and strong intellectual curiosity – proven ability to quickly learn and understand complex topics
  • Ability to work quickly, efficiently, and handle several projects simultaneously
  • Desire and ability to innovate and improve upon current processes
  • Proficiency with computers including MS Office Suite
  • Strong attention to detail


Skills desired but not required

  • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
  • 1-3 years of experience working in industrial automation, manufacturing, or related industry

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