Technical Publications and Illustration Lead - Newport News - Butterfly Staffing

    Butterfly Staffing
    Butterfly Staffing Newport News

    1 week ago

    Description

    Butterfly Staffing is supporting a global engineering and equipment manufacturer in the search for a Technical Publications and Illustration Lead. This role combines hands-on technical illustration with leadership responsibilities across documentation development, content accuracy, and visual communication.

    You will work closely with engineering, product support, suppliers, and internal teams to produce high-quality technical manuals, service bulletins, illustrated parts catalogs, and accurate 3D-based visuals that support both product usability and aftermarket operations.

    This is a senior-level, engineering-adjacent position ideal for someone who excels at both technical illustration and supervising documentation workflows in a heavy-equipment OEM environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    Leadership & Team Support

    • Guide and mentor writers and illustrators to ensure high-quality, timely deliverables.
    • Provide coaching in technical illustration and visual communication.
    • Support onboarding and training on tools, standards, CMS, and PLM workflows.
    • Promote knowledge sharing and continuous skill development.

    Technical Illustration & Engineering Support

    • Create and revise detailed technical illustrations, including:
      • Exploded views
      • Assembly diagrams
      • Schematics
      • Cutaways
    • Interpret engineering drawings and CAD models to develop accurate visuals.
    • Ensure illustrations meet industry standards for print and digital formats.
    • Collaborate with engineering and suppliers on updates tied to design revisions.
    • Assist service teams by producing clear visuals for parts identification and ordering.

    Documentation Development

    • Plan, assign, and track documentation projects aligned with product release schedules.
    • Review and approve technical content for clarity, accuracy, and compliance.
    • Maintain and enhance documentation templates, processes, and tools.
    • Manage workflows using CMS and PLM systems to support scalable output.

    Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

    • Participate in audits and ensure compliance with regulatory and customer expectations.
    • Identify automation opportunities and process improvements for illustration and documentation development.
    • Support cost-out initiatives by improving design efficiency and visual clarity.

    Required Skills & Experience

    • Bachelor's degree in engineering, technical communications, or related field.
    • 3–6 years of relevant experience in engineering, manufacturing, or technical publications.
    • At least 2 years in a senior, lead, or supervisory role.
    • Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and schematics.
    • 3D CAD proficiency is required (PTC Creo and IsoDraw highly preferred).
    • Experience with PLM/ERP/CMS systems (Infor LN experience is a plus).
    • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
    • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
    • Understanding of Agile or Scrum methodologies preferred.
    • Prior OEM or heavy-equipment manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

    General & Core Competencies

    • Team-oriented with strong integrity and customer focus.
    • Highly detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
    • Safety-aware and adaptable to changing priorities.
    • Strong initiative, self-development mindset, and commitment to quality.
    • Ability to integrate new technologies, methods, and tooling.

    Physical & Additional Requirements

    • Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
    • Moderate manufacturing environment exposure (mechanical parts, airborne particles).
    • Valid driver's license and passport.
    • Ability to obtain and maintain MSHA certification.
    • Up to 20% domestic and international travel.

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