Job Description

Job Description

Who will you be working with?

You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-national team of technical writers and illustrators dedicated to producing high-quality documentation for Nordco’s Maintenance of Way equipment. You’ll also work closely with engineering, aftermarket service, manufacturing, parts sales, product managers, and customers to ensure accurate and user-friendly manuals.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Technical Publications group, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining Operation and Maintenance manuals for Nordco’s specialized rail maintenance equipment. Your work will directly support the safe and efficient use of our machines by customers around the world. You’ll play a key role in ensuring technical accuracy, clarity, and usability of all documentation, while also contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in technical writing

• Proven experience in technical writing with strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Experience working with or documenting heavy equipment or industrial machinery

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Technical aptitude and ability to read engineering schematics (hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic)

• Experience with Adobe FrameMaker, Microsoft Office 365, Adobe Creative Suite, and CREO Parametric or CREO Illustrate

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

• Willingness to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges

• Occasional travel may be required (less than 5%); a valid U.S. passport may be necessary

• After a 3-month onboarding period, remote work is available on Mondays and Fridays

What will your typical day look like?

• Develop and revise Operation and Maintenance manuals

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and verify technical content

• Create and edit illustrations and exploded view drawings

• Assist in the creation of parts sheets

• Operate Nordco machines to verify controls and functionality for documentation accuracy

• Contribute to continuous improvement and professional development initiatives

• Participate in team meetings and support other duties as needed

What about the physical demands of the job?

This is a light-duty position that requires the ability to regularly lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds. You must be able to sit, stand, walk, and climb on and off machinery. Manual dexterity is required for handling tools and controls. Normal hearing, speech, and vision (correctable) are necessary.

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $60700-83400 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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