Senior Technical Writer – EPC Project (Oil & Gas Sector) in Khobar

An opening exists for a qualified Senior Technical Writer to support the documentation requirements of a large-scale EPC project executed for Saudi Aramco. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation, review, and maintenance of technical and project documentation throughout the engineering, construction, and commissioning phases.

Principal Duties:

• Prepare, revise, and maintain technical manuals, procedures, specifications, and project deliverables in accordance with client and industry requirements.

• Develop supporting documentation including Inspection & Test Plans, Method Statements, Project Execution Plans, HSE and Quality Procedures, Operations & Maintenance Manuals, and Project Close-Out/Turnover Dossiers.

• Convert complex engineering and technical content into documentation that is clear, accurate, and suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Liaise closely with the Document Control function to ensure adherence to numbering conventions, revision protocols, and transmittal procedures.

• Ensure all documentation conforms to Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards (SAES), Materials System Specifications (SAMSS), Saudi Aramco Procedures (SAP), and ISO 9001 Quality Management requirements.

Candidate Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technical Communication, English, Journalism, or a related discipline.

• At least of 5 years of technical writing experience within the EPC, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or Refining sectors.

• Demonstrable prior experience on a Saudi Aramco project is essential

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required; working knowledge of SharePoint, Aconex, or an equivalent Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) is preferred

• Strong command of written and spoken English, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform effectively under project deadlines

Desirable Certifications:

Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC)

Formal certification in Project Documentation Management