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Technical Writing for Engineers

This workshop is specifically designed for engineers to teach them how to apply their problem-solving and critical thinking skills to write more targeted technical documents.

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Workshop Description

Quick Answer

A technical writing workshop for engineers is hands-on training that teaches engineers to apply their problem-solving skills to writing, producing targeted, concise, and reader-focused technical documents. Hurley Write customizes every session around your team's engineering documents, available onsite or virtually with live instructor feedback.

Best For

Engineers
Engineering teams
Engineering managers
R&D teams
Field & systems engineers

Key Takeaways

Strategies to apply problem-solving skills directly to writing
Effective organizational methods that drive readers to action
Logic and flow techniques that make engineering documents easier to read and use

Engineers are exceptionally adept at figuring things out — except when it comes to technical writing. No shame to our beloved engineers — ask any one of them, and most will admit that their writing skills could use a little TLC.

The good news is that, regardless of their writing ability, engineers can (and will!) get better with the right training. Our course, “Technical Writing Course for Engineers” is designed to do just that. In our customized course (offered virtually or onsite), your problem-solving geniuses will quickly learn to write documents that are targeted, succinct, and concise.

Learning how to write more effective engineering documents just takes an engineer who’s willing to put in the work.

“Studies in engineering education confirm that structured writing workshops help engineers develop clearer documentation, strengthen logical flow, and increase effectiveness in technical communication.” (Study link)

Source: Wu, S., Zha, S., Estis, J., & Li, X. (2022). Advancing Engineering Students’ Technical Writing Skills by Implementing Team-Based Learning Instructional Modules in an Existing Laboratory Curriculum. MDPI Education Sciences.

Workshop Aims

If your engineering team needs help writing more concise, targeted documents, this instructor-led, customized workshop is for you!

Your team will learn strategies to use their problem-solving skills (skills they use everyday!) to write effective engineering documents.

Our workshops are customized and incorporate multiple opportunities to apply concepts and receive real-time coaching from the instructor.

The onsite workshops are hosted at your facility and offered in one-, two-, or three-day sessions. Virtual sessions are offered in two-hour blocks over time.

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Method of Instruction

Virtual

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Online

Technical Writing for Engineers

Your Workshop, Your Choice

Large teams typically choose to have the workshop delivered onsite or virtually.

No matter what you choose, every workshop includes:

Completely Customized, White Glove Experience

Group Breakout Sessions Where Participants Practice And Apply Concepts

Customized Instructor Feedback And Solutions

Team Writing Exercises

And more! Hurley Write also offers self-paced online courses that are pre-recorded. These are great for individual team members. The self-paced course includes feedback on writing and, depending on your chosen package, personal coaching from one of our experts.

Frequently asked questions

What is the format of Hurley Write's onsite and virtual workshops?

Our workshops are highly interactive and completely customized to your team’s needs. We use micro-learning techniques, hands-on exercises, breakout sessions, and instructor feedback to ensure participants actively apply concepts. The format is designed for engagement and retention, not passive listening, so participants leave ready to use new strategies immediately.

How long do Hurley Write workshops and courses last?

Onsite workshops typically run two to five days, depending on document complexity and how much practice your team needs. Virtual workshops are usually 10 hours split into two-hour segments. Self-paced online courses include modules of about 30 minutes each, completed at your own pace.

What is covered in a Hurley Write workshop?

Every workshop is customized around your team’s actual documents and writing challenges. We use real samples from your team to build exercises, breakouts, and examples. The training focuses on planning, structure, clarity, and revision, with research-based strategies grounded in readability principles that apply to any document type.

What is the workload like during a Hurley Write workshop?

Workshops include multiple opportunities for participants to apply concepts to their own writing. Onsite sessions typically include two to five practice sessions per day; virtual sessions include one per two-hour block. The pace is structured for active learning, with feedback after every exercise so participants improve in real time.

What other services does Hurley Write offer?

In addition to customized onsite and virtual workshops and self-paced online courses, we offer one-on-one coaching, document review, and our PROS™ Communication Diagnostic. We also help clients build templates, style guides, and reference documents to support consistent writing across teams long after the workshop ends.

Can Hurley Write customize a workshop for our team and industry?

Yes. Every workshop is fully customized to your team’s documents, industry, and goals. We’ve trained teams across pharma, biotech, engineering, finance, manufacturing, energy, and technology. Instructors review writing samples before each workshop so exercises, examples, and breakouts match your real-world context.

What is the PROS Roadmap™ framework?

The PROS Roadmap™ is Hurley Write’s proprietary framework for planning and writing any document. It stands for Purpose, Reader, Outcome, and Strategy. Participants learn to apply these four elements to every document they write, making the planning process repeatable and the final document clearer and more targeted.

Do Hurley Write workshops include instructor feedback?

Yes. Instructor feedback is built into every workshop format. Onsite and virtual sessions include real-time feedback during breakouts and exercises. Self-paced online courses include feedback options where Hurley Write coaches review submitted writing and provide detailed comments to help participants apply each concept correctly.

What results can our team expect after a Hurley Write workshop?

Teams typically see fewer document revisions, faster review cycles, clearer writing across roles, and stronger alignment between writers and reviewers. Many clients report measurable reductions in document revision time and improved confidence among writers. Skills learned transfer directly to the documents your team writes every day.

How do we get started with Hurley Write?

Schedule a free consultation to discuss your team’s writing challenges, document types, and goals. We’ll recommend a workshop or course tailored to your team’s size, industry, and learning preferences. You can also download our workshop catalog or explore self-paced online courses for individuals.

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Technical Writing for Engineers

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