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Contract technical writer needed to help us complete documentation
for the first release of our CAD/CAE software on Windows NT. Must
be willing to work approximately 40 hrs/wk on a variety of projects
for at least 6 months.
Projects include writing installation guides, updating Windows Help,
finalizing partially completed reference documents, and writing or
updating user guides. If you like a flexible, casual, small-company
environment, high-tech software products, and varied assignments,
please contact us.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years technical writing experience
- Experience working with or writing about command/
macro languages as well as windowing software
- Ability to understand highly technical information
and present it in clear, simple language
- Must be a self-starter and independent worker
- Experience creating Windows Help preferred
- Experience in the CAD/CAE industry a plus
- FrameMaker for Windows or Ventura Publisher experience
- Word for Windows experience
