Adobe FrameMaker, Analysis Skills, Bill of Materials (BOM), Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Engineering Bill of Materials (eBOM), Engineering Drawing, Engineering Software, Establish Priorities, Graphics, High School Diploma, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Team Player, Technical Publications, Technical Support, Technical Writing
Title: Technical Publications Specialist
Location: La Grange, Illinois
Hire Type: Contract
Pay: $35–$45/hour
Overview
We are seeking a Technical Publications Specialist to support the creation and maintenance of technical documentation and parts catalogs. This role involves interpreting engineering drawings and Bills of Material (BOMs), collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring technical publications are accurate, organized, and up to date. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable
working with complex technical information in a team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Download and interpret Bills of Material (BOMs) used to create Parts Catalogs
• Read and understand engineering application drawings for parts catalog development
• Create, update, and maintain technical documentation and parts catalogs
• Follow established technical publication standards, templates, and organizational structures
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve technical questions and documentation issues
• Create and edit graphics as needed to support technical publications
• Manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and quality
• Provide weekly project status updates and communicate progress effectively
• Share knowledge and support team members in a collaborative work environment
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a role requiring a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail when handling complex information
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to quickly learn new software applications and technical processes
• Experience creating or maintaining technical documentation, parts catalogs, or similar materials preferred
• Experience with Adobe Structured FrameMaker preferred
• Ability to work effectively with engineering and cross-functional teams
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
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Sterling Engineering, Inc.
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
- Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
- Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.
Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.
500 to 999 employees
Staffing/Employment Agencies
http://www.sterling-engineering.com