Technical Writer (Hybrid)

Location: Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America Job ID: R0133453 Date Posted: 2026-06-26 Company Name: J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule:  Full time Remote: No Job Description: This is a hybrid role, allowing for up to two days worked from home each week, with at least three days worked onsite. As a Technical Writer you will create product manuals regarding the custom industrial automation machinery built by JR Automation.  You will partner with project teams to ensure the accuracy of technical manuals including written, prints, pictures & video content.  In this position you will report to the Documentation Department Manager. This is a hybrid position where you will be expected to be on-site at least three days a week.   What You’ll Do:  Create technical manuals using layout and graphics software to accompany machinery built in our facility  Use cameras to create and maintain photographic and video references for machinery   Communicate with project teams to ensure accurate documentation  Ensure your documents meet project specifications  Assemble hard copy and digital manuals and other documentation  Write business correspondence to accompany documentation  Write and ship revisions to documentation, as necessary   Assist with general documentation and business unit tasks and activities  Internal and external communications as assigned, including but not limited to, reference documentation, newsletter, marketing and ISO procedures  Note:  This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.    What You’ll Bring:  Bachelor's degree in technical writing, with a concentration in science, engineering, or applied technology preferred  Exposure to industry and technical communication preferred  Skills You’ll Have:  Computer proficiency, Microsoft Office   Good technical writing skills and knowledge of desktop publishing applications like Adobe CC    Company Overview  At JR Automation, our team of experts leverage the latest technologies, innovative thinking, and decades of experience to meet the automation needs of our customers all over the world. Founded in 1980, JR Automation now has over 2,200 employees at 27 manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. Come think, solve, and create with us! Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to jrcareers@jrautomation.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.