Weir Minerals

Technical Writer

St Louis, MO

full_time

About This Job

Technical Writer

Weir Minerals

St. Louis, MO(onsite)

Purpose of Role:

The Technical Writer is responsible for creating and updating technical documents, service manuals, and technical bulletins for all products. This role also manages submittal tracking, certification collection, and shop test result documentation. Acting as a key liaison, the specialist coordinates technical documentation efforts between Project Engineering, suppliers, and both internal and external customers.

Why choose Weir: Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future:

At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way

: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong:

Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

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Technical Document Development : Responsible for creating and maintaining technical documents such as service manuals, technical bulletins, and Inspection and Test Plans. This includes ensuring all documents are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with customer specifications, while incorporating input from Engineering and Sales teams.

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Customer and Project Support : Serves as a key point of contact for resolving document-related and technical issues with customers and suppliers. This includes revising and resubmitting documents based on customer feedback, addressing document questions during customer visits, and preparing exception documentation when needed.

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Document Control and Tracking : Manages the tracking and status of all document submittals, ensuring timely follow-ups and identifying any missing or unreturned documents. Maintains organized document control systems, including libraries of current and archived manuals, bulletins, and job files.

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Cross-Department Collaboration : Works closely with Sales, Engineering, and Assembly teams to compile accurate data submittal packages. Supports the Sales Engineers during the quote stage by reviewing customer documentation requirements and ensuring alignment with project needs.

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AutoCAD and Publishing Tools Utilization : Uses AutoCAD software to create or modify technical drawings and applies desktop publishing tools to produce professional-quality submittal documents. Ensures all documentation meets formatting standards and is ready for customer presentation.

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Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

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A bachelor’s degree in mechanical or a related technical discipline is required, along with preferred experience in a manufacturing environment. At least some hands-on experience with AutoCAD, is required.

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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, CAD software, Adobe Professional, and general office equipment.

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Strong interpersonal and communication skills are necessary to interact with internal teams and customers. Must be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

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Able to interpret technical instructions, solve problems, and apply mathematical concepts such as geometry and trigonometry. Must be self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

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Experience in mining or chemical industry is a plus.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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