Technical Writer - Contract
South San Francisco, CA
Product /
Contract /
Remote
Overview
Lightship is the first American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer currently developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age. As the macro transition to an all-electric transportation ecosystem accelerates, Lightship is bringing the increased convenience and superior performance that electrification offers to a pastime enjoyed by over 11 million American families.
Honoring Diverse Perspectives
Lightship is committed to hiring and developing top talent from diverse backgrounds. We believe representing and supporting diverse groups is key to the success of our team members, customers, shareholders and the achievement of our mission and vision. We operate in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure and expect a high degree of integrity, autonomy and creativity from all members of the team.
About the Role
As a Contract Technical Writer, you will create the comprehensive owner manual for Lightship's innovative all-electric travel trailer with integrated propulsion system. This is a project-based contract role to produce a complete owner manual that covers both automotive and RV functionality. You will work remotely with our engineering teams to translate complex technical information into clear, user-friendly documentation that ensures safe operation and optimal user experience. The deliverable will be a professional-grade owner manual meeting both automotive and recreational vehicle industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop a comprehensive owner manual covering all aspects of Lightship's electric travel trailer including propulsion, electrical, camping, storage, troubleshooting, and safety systems
- Work remotely with engineering teams to understand technical systems and translate them into user-friendly documentation
- Create clear safety warnings, cautions, and operating procedures for potentially hazardous systems
- Develop troubleshooting guides and maintenance schedules for both automotive and RV systems
- Write installation, setup, and operational procedures for camping equipment, electrical systems, and propulsion components
- Ensure documentation meets necessary regulatory requirements
- Coordinate with internal teams to develop visual elements including diagrams and illustrations
- Coordinate with marketing to ensure brand alignment
- Deliver final manual in agreed-upon format within project timeline and budget
- Incorporate feedback from engineering and safety teams during review cycles
Minimum Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience writing technical documentation for complex products
- Proven experience with automotive or RV/recreational vehicle documentation
- Strong portfolio demonstrating ability to create user-friendly manuals for technical products
- Excellent writing and editing skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience working remotely and managing project timelines independently
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements for vehicle documentation (DOT, NHTSA, RVIA standards)
- Ability to work with engineering teams to extract technical information efficiently
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with electric vehicle systems and documentation
- Background in automotive or RV industry technical writing
- Familiarity with camping/outdoor recreation equipment and user needs
- Experience with visual documentation tools and working with graphic designers
- Knowledge of accessibility standards for technical documentation
- Project management experience coordinating multiple documentation workstreams
- Understanding of manufacturing and quality processes
- Experience with user experience research and testing methodologies
$7,500 - $7,500 one-time
