Technical Writer/Permanent

[Fifi Sherman Klein]

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We've got an opening for a full-time Associate position in our Motorcycle
Service Communications and Education department here at American Honda.
This is not a contract job, but a "permanent" job listing. 

Company: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Division: Motorcycle
Department: Motorcycle Service Communications and Education
Position: Senior Technical Writer

Job Scope: 
Write, review, edit, and coordinate Owner’s Manuals, Service
Manuals, Set-Up Instructions, and other publications. Validate drafts
prepared by Japan with a Honda product if available. Coordinate the
printing and delivery schedules to match product release as determined 
by department requirements.

Position Requirements: 
Four-year college degree, two-year Technical Writing Program certificate, or English/Journalism courses. Three to five years technical writing experience in a publications environment related to a mechanical field or servicing and operation of consumer products.

Experience as a technician in a mechanical field is helpful. Strong
computer skills including desktop publishing and graphic software, 
scanner,and digital camera. The ability to use Framemaker and Photoshop 
software is required.

Job Related Technical Skills: 
Understanding of basic automobile and motorcycle technology; understanding of the publications processes such as writing, design, layout, production, and printing. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual skills may be helpful.

Honda motorcycle product knowledge helpful. Ability to work under tight
deadlines and to manage multiple projects simultaneously a must.

Contact Information:

Bill Willis
Technical Editor/Supervisor
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Motorcycle Division
Motorcycle Service Communications
310-783-3865
Bill_Willis at ahm.honda.com