COMPANY OVERVIEW:

CANEIL is an industry leader in asset integrity, inspection, and engineering services, supporting clients across multiple sectors including oil & gas, utilities, and industrial infrastructure. Our team delivers high-quality technical assessments, compliance documentation, and engineering solutions that meet the highest industry standards. We pride ourselves on accuracy, clarity, and professionalism in every deliverable we produce.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a Technical Writer to join our team on a 1-year contract basis with the potential for extension. This role offers flexibility, including the option for reduced hours, and the ability to work remotely as needed. While we prefer candidates to be primarily based in Edmonton for office collaboration, we are open to hybrid arrangements for the right candidate.
The ideal candidate will have experience writing and editing technical papers, reports, and manuals across a variety of industries, with a proven ability to work with unfamiliar technical information and make it clear, accurate, and well-structured for a range of audiences. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong English proficiency, and an understanding of tone, tense, and perspective in technical documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Technical Writing, Communications, English, Engineering, or related field.
• Preferred 2+ years of professional experience in technical writing/editing (engineering or industrial sectors ideal).
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and work with unfamiliar technical content.
• Strong command of the English language, including grammar, punctuation, and technical style guidelines.
• Experience with objective and subjective writing styles, and an understanding of when each is appropriate.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, or similar tools considered an asset.

• Prepare, edit, and proofread technical reports, manuals, and documentation for inspection and engineering projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, inspectors, vendors, and clients to gather, clarify, and organize technical content.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, accurate, and reader-friendly documents.
• Ensure deliverables meet company standards for style, tone, formatting, and accuracy before release.
• Adapt writing style for various audiences, from highly technical readers to client-level summaries.
• Maintain consistency in terminology, formatting, and messaging across all deliverables.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously with minimal supervision.