Technical Writer, Schiedam

Vacancy: Technical Writer who is‘equipped for impact’ Do you want to be part of a globally operating team of innovators? Do you also think bigger than big? And, do you have what it takes to make an impact? Then we might be looking for you. Find out more about our vacancy for a Technical Writer.

About Our Organisation We are Huisman. We develop step‑changing technical solutions and translate these into the design and construction of the largest onshore and offshore installations. For decades, we have been working all over the world for offshore wind, geothermal, oil&gas, leisure and civil industries. With our passionate workforce and worldwide production, service&sales facilities we are equipped for impact in these times of energy transition.

About the Position As a Technical Writer at Huisman, you are part of an international, highly skilled team. You create technical documentation for a wide range of onshore and offshore equipment. Your role is to translate complex technological solutions, developed by the engineers, into clear and concise content for our customers.

For our innovative projects, your tasks include gathering test data, writing test documentation, and releasing it to our clients. Throughout this process, you work closely together with the engineers and I,C&T coordinators involved, to discuss, define, and set up the test scope and content. You may be present during factory or site testing to verify procedures, collect updates, and ensure the documentation reflects actual system performance.

In addition, you are responsible for delivering high‑quality manuals used by our clients. These manuals explain how to operate and maintain the equipment in the most effective way and are often enriched with eye‑catching 3D figures.

Responsibilities

Gather, verify, and process technical information needed for manuals, procedures, and test documentation;

Translate complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and software‑related information into clear, accurate, and structured documentation;

Plan ahead and align with the project teams to ensure documentation is delivered on time and according to project requirements;

Ensure the documentation follows Huisman standards, terminology, and layout, and complies with customer and regulatory requirements;

Work closely together with engineers during testing phases to capture test inputs, results, and changes;

Maintain contact with stakeholders regarding document progress, required inputs, and revisions;

Oversee version control, quality, and timely completion of operations manuals, maintenance manuals, and test documentation.

Qualifications

An excellent communicator and analytical thinker;

A true team player who enjoys working in multidisciplinary and teams, while also being able to work independently;

Flexible, accurate, and client oriented;

Able to translate technical complexity into clarity.

A relevant Technical Bachelor’s degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automotive Technology, or Maritime Engineering);

A proactive approach;

Experience with technical documentation but the right mindset is even more important. We welcome new graduates, experienced writers, and engineers transitioning to documentation;

The ability to understand complex systems quickly, prioritize effectively, and adapt to changing project needs.

An EU passport/valid work permit for The Netherlands;

A good command of the English language verbally and in writing.

Benefits

An excellent benefits package tailored to your experience and education level;

An international work environment;

Various growth and development opportunities;

Open, informal, no-nonsense culture with short communication lines.

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