[Hiring] Technical Writer @Roof Penetration Housing

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.

• Produce installation manuals, technical data sheets, CSI specifications, submittals, picture cards, quick-reference guides, and other materials used by architects, engineers, contractors, and installers.
• Help RPH expand technical content into video and other visual training formats where appropriate.
• Reports to the Director of Marketing.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented technical communicator who understands the construction industry.
• Ability to turn complex engineering and product information into clear, usable documentation.
• Comfortable working directly with engineers, asking questions, reviewing drawings, and interacting with physical products.
• Organized and detail-focused.
• Background in technical writing from the field, engineering, estimating, or product teams is welcome.

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.
• 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.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• 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 – generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Life & Disability Insurance.