Senior Technical Information Specialist Posting Start Date: 8/27/26 Requisition ID: 36801 Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position Job Overview Create or revise operation, maintenance, and repair instructions associated with Komatsu equipment and provide direction to other Technical Information positions as required. Key Job Responsibilities • Information Gathering: Research engineering drawings; blueprints; electrical, hydraulic, and/or pneumatic schematics; manufacturing operating procedures; applicable industry standards; other internal and external documents; interviews with engineers, service technicians, tradesmen and assemblers; attend equipment kick-off meetings; and coordination with third-party manufacturers and suppliers for information regarding equipment operation, installation and removal, assembly and disassembly, maintenance, adjustments, repairs and lubrication. • Information Development: Independently, create XML Content using guidelines with supplied maps and annotated topic lists. • Illustration Creation/Revision: Create, manipulate, or revise photos, 2D/3D Engineering CAD data in various tools including Adobe Creative Cloud, Lightweight CAD tools. Coordinate as needed with outsource support for overflow and illustration support. • Technology Integration: Expert level understanding of DITA XML, and related tools, XML Editors, Terminology and STE Manager, CCMS System. Perform code-level reviews of other individual's XML content. Creates and Deploys GenAI solutions. Maintains professional awareness of tools, methods used in technical communications outside of the corporation. • Project Management: Manage projects accurately and on time. Provide timely edits to confirm that format, spelling, and style are in accordance with published standards. Leads outsource support coordination related to projects, providing reports to the Principal or Manager. • Collaboration: Work with SMEs to ensure the appropriate information is beneficial to field service teams and end customer. Provide system administrative support for relative programs. • Leadership: Lead or support department-related and company goals with root cause analysis and completed solutions. Knowledge Transfer: Can teach others and supervise fully qualified and Associate Technical Information positions. Qualifications/Requirements • Bachelor's in Engineering, Technical Communications, or related work/military experience. • 5+ years related experience in technical communications including experience in a technical role related to engineering, manufacturing, service technician or factory technical advisor roles. • Possibly 5-10% travel to examine equipment in the field; Gemba with customers or distributors; industry specific seminars/training; departmental training or meetings. • Must showcase ability to train others and lead projects. • Must showcase project management in core and goals. • Basic technical communication system administration knowledge and understanding. • Strong problem-solving and system knowledge. • Ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with others, collaborate across functions, and train others. • Commitment to staying updated with technology and best practices. • Technical aptitude or ability to learn Komatsu machine systems or technical content. • Leadership and mentoring skills. Additional Information • Ability to comprehend technical documents or data. • Strong problem solving skills, including being able to concentrate and have a high attention to detail to solve complex problems swiftly. • Strong organizational skills. • Communicates with customers (internal and external) in a clear and effective manner. • Must be able to adhere to process protocol. • Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner. • Must be able to inspect site and work areas to detect safety concerns. • Must be able to manage the stress and mental fatigue that comes from a heavy workload, competing priorities and ambiguity. • Ability to deliver work within tight deadlines. • Ability to remain calm in situations involving stress, deadlines, or upset employees or third parties. • Ability to establish and manage priorities of yourself and subordinates to achieve targeted performance metrics, if applicable. • Ability to maintain an effective and collaborative working relationship with managers, peers, subordinates, and third parties. Has a high degree of tact and diplomacy when needed. • Ability to understand how your emotions and communications are perceived by others including managers, peers, subordinates, and third parties. Modify as needed to be an effective team member. • High level of self-motivation. Demonstrates leadership and good professional judgement, consistent with role in the organization. Company Benefits Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment. • Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc. • 401k and/or employee savings programs • Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays) • Employee and family assistance programs • Disability benefits • Life insurance • Employee learning and development programs