[Hiring] Technical Writer @Roof Penetration Housing, Inc.

Role Description

RPH is seeking a Technical Writer - Construction to develop accurate, clear, and field-ready technical documentation for our commercial building product lines. This position requires more than strong writing skills. The Technical Writer must be able to understand construction products, drawings, assemblies, installation methods, and technical information and translate them into documentation that is both written and highly visual.

The role will produce:

• Installation manuals
• Technical data sheets
• CSI specifications
• Submittals
• Picture cards
• Quick-reference guides
• Other materials used by architects, engineers, contractors, and installers

The ideal candidate will also help RPH expand technical content into video and other visual training formats where appropriate. This position reports to the Director of Marketing and offers remote flexibility, with regular onsite presence at RPH's Engineering Hub in Hammonton, New Jersey. Time onsite is essential to partner with engineers, gain hands-on product knowledge, observe installation practices, and develop best-in-class technical documentation. Candidates located in or near southern New Jersey are strongly preferred.

A portfolio is required with your resume. It does not need to be published or polished work. Installation instructions you drafted, a spec you wrote, an SOP, a marked-up drawing, or a training document you built for your crew all count.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented technical communicator
• Understanding of the construction industry
• Ability to turn complex engineering and product information into clear, usable documentation
• Comfortable working directly with engineers and physical products
• Organized and detail-focused
• Experience in technical writing from various backgrounds (field, engineering, estimating, product team)

Requirements

• 3 or more years producing technical documentation, OR 3 or more years in a construction, building products, engineering, or manufacturing role where creating technical documentation was a core part of your job
• Demonstrated technical writing experience within construction, building products, engineering, manufacturing, or another technically complex environment
• Working knowledge of construction terminology, drawings, assemblies, and documentation
• Comfort with visual communication and layout tools
• Experience creating technical manuals, diagrams, illustrations, picture-based instructions, or similar visual documentation
• Strong ability to translate complex technical information into clear, structured, field-ready content
• Ability to think mechanically and understand how products, components, and building systems interact
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work directly with engineers and ask questions until understanding is achieved
• Hands-on exposure to commercial roofing, waterproofing, building envelope, wall systems, or related building products
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, engineering, fabrication, or shop drawings
• Ability to travel periodically to RPH's Engineering Hub in Hammonton, New Jersey

Benefits

• Employer covered premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – 100% covered for employees
• 401(k) Retirement Plan & Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life & Disability Insurance