Technical Documentation Specialist (Contract)

As a Technical Documentation Specialist at WHOOP, your main responsibilities will include executing revisions and updates to engineering drawings using Solidworks, managing these drawings within a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) database, creating part numbers, and populating multi-component Bills of Materials (BOMs) with high attention to detail.

To qualify as a Technical Documentation Specialist at WHOOP, you should have a Bachelor's degree (or be pursuing one) in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. Additionally, it’s important to have at least 2-3 years of experience using Solidworks in an academic or work setting, along with some familiarity in technical documentation.

No, the Technical Documentation Specialist position at WHOOP is a temporary contract role lasting approximately 2-3 months. This allows for a focused contribution to the team while supporting specific projects related to engineering documentation.

WHOOP is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that valuable candidates may not fit neatly into established qualifications. We encourage anyone interested in the Technical Documentation Specialist role to apply, even if they don’t meet every single requirement, because we believe in the potential of every candidate.

A Technical Documentation Specialist at WHOOP should be well-versed in Solidworks, as it's a crucial part of the role. Additionally, familiarity with the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) database and software such as Microsoft Office and Google Docs will greatly aid in effectively managing engineering documents.

When discussing your Solidworks experience, be specific about projects you've completed, how often you used the software, and any particular challenges you faced. Highlight your familiarity with creating and revising engineering drawings to show your practical knowledge.

Concisely outline what PLM means, touching on its significance in managing product data and documentation throughout a product's lifecycle. Emphasize how effective PLM enhances collaboration and reduces errors in documentation.

Share a specific instance where attention to detail was critical, discussing the steps you took to ensure accuracy, such as conducting thorough reviews and collaborating with team members for feedback.

Discuss your approach to managing revisions by emphasizing clear communication, establishing deadlines, and using collaborative tools to incorporate feedback effectively while maintaining the document's integrity.

Explain your methods for organizing documentation, like using indexing, clearly defined categories, and digital organization tools to streamline access and ensure that relevant information is easy to find.

Talk about your methods for prioritization, such as assessing project deadlines, importance, and scope. Mention using digital task management systems to keep everything on track simultaneously.

Emphasize the importance of working collaboratively with engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure documentation meets all technical requirements and aligns with company goals.

Share a concrete example of a time you identified inefficiencies in a documentation process and the steps you took to implement improvements, such as introducing new software or workflows that streamlined processes.

Mention your commitment to continuous learning by engaging with industry publications, attending workshops, and participating in webinars or networking events focused on technical documentation and engineering best practices.

Identify a common challenge like managing changes swiftly and accurately, and discuss your strategies for overcoming it, such as implementing rigorous revision control processes to minimize errors.