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# Piping Systems Technical Writer / Industrial Utility Systems Specialist

- **Company:** Triad Engineering
- **Location:** Carrollton, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $65,000.0 - $110,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Document Management Systems, Microsoft Office, Industrial Software
- **Published:** June 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0737bf7a0d7edecf

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Pipe blueprint interpretation?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Approximately 5+ years of experience working with industrial piping systems or mechanical equipment

 * Ability to read and interpret piping drawings or P&IDs
 * Comfortable working in an industrial facility environment
 * Ability to communicate with operators, engineers, and maintenance personnel
 * Strong written communication skills
 * Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.)
 * Ability to manage multiple assignments and coordinate with team members
 * Ability to pass a background check

Ideal Backgrounds

Candidates may come from a variety of technical backgrounds, including:

 * Technical writers with industrial or mechanical systems experience
 * Plant operators or utility system operators
 * Maintenance technicians or supervisors
 * Marine or shipyard mechanical personnel
 * Boiler operators
 * Mechanical technicians familiar with pumps and piping systems
 * Industrial professionals interested in transitioning into technical documentation work

Previous technical writing experience is helpful but not required if the candidate has strong mechanical knowledge and communication skills., * Do you have any technical writing experience?

 * Can you reliably report to Newport News, VA every day for work?
 * Do you have any experience with industrial piping, pumps, boilers, compressors, etc.?

## Description

Triad Engineering Solutions is seeking a Piping Systems Technical Writer / Industrial Systems Specialist to support the development of operating procedures for major utility systems at a large industrial facility in the Newport News, Virginia area.

This position involves gathering technical information about existing systems and converting that information into clear, well-organized operating procedures. The successful candidate will work closely with facility operators, engineers, and maintenance personnel to understand how systems function and document that information in a structured format.

Candidates may come from either a technical writing background with experience in industrial systems or from a hands-on mechanical background such as plant operations, maintenance, or marine mechanical work., * Meet with facility engineers, operators, and maintenance personnel to understand the configuration and operation of various systems

 * Review existing documentation including P&IDs, equipment manuals, drawings, and other technical materials
 * Conduct field walkthroughs of piping systems and equipment within an industrial facility
 * Document system configuration and operational practices
 * Develop operating procedures in Microsoft Word following established formats
 * Coordinate with client personnel during procedure reviews and incorporate revisions as required

Systems covered may include:

 * Steam and condensate systems
 * Industrial water distribution systems
 * Compressed air systems
 * Boilers and boiler support equipment
 * Pumps and pump systems
 * Valves and mechanical equipment associated with facility utilities


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