sarwat ihsan
@sarwatihsan
Technical documentation specialist and electrical engineering background turning complex info into clarity.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Technical Documentation Specialist who develops SOPs, technical specifications, white papers, and user-friendly documentation for diverse projects and clients. I collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to translate complex technical work into clear, accurate materials with strong structure and usability.
In my documentation work, I review and edit for accuracy, consistency, readability, and workflow efficiency—using tools like Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Snagit, Draw.io, and Adobe Photoshop. I also support teams with visual process diagrams and polished documentation assets that make technical processes easier to follow and maintain.
Alongside writing, I bring an engineering mindset from my Electrical Engineering coursework and hands-on projects, including industrial automation with PLCs, embedded development with STM32, and antenna simulation/testing in Ansys HFSS. I enjoy pairing technical depth with communication skills—so teams don’t just build systems, they also understand them.
Experience
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Technical Documentation Specialist
Independent
May 2021 - Present (5 years 1 month)
Developed and maintained SOPs, technical specifications, white papers, and user guides for diverse projects and clients. Partnered with engineers and cross-functional teams to translate complex technical information into clear, user-friendly documentation and improve document structure and workflow efficiency.
Sales Associate
Hibachi Box
Aug 2019 - May 2021 (1 year 9 months)
Provided customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment by supporting orders, payments, kiosk inquiries, and phone calls. Operated the POS system, handled cash accurately, coordinated online delivery and driver dispatching, and supported food prep, expo, opening/closing, and basic maintenance duties.
Sales Associate (Summer)
Roy Rogers
May 2018 - Aug 2018 (3 months)
Operated the POS system and supported a fast-paced restaurant by assisting with food preparation, fry cooking, serving, dishwashing, and restocking. Maintained cleanliness and completed closing procedures and basic maintenance tasks.
Education
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Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Bachelor of Arts, English
Earned a B.A. in English from Virginia Commonwealth University, graduating in 2022. Completed coursework and projects including accessible design and literature analysis.
Blue Ridge Technical Center (BRTC)
Electrical Trades
2016 - 2017
Completed the Electric Program with hands-on training in electrical installation and drafting. Topics included GFCI/duplex receptacles, lighting, alarms, wiring, and safe tool/equipment use.
Fairfax High School (FHS)
General Studies
2015 - 2016
Attended Fairfax High School in Fairfax, VA and gained automotive shop experience. Activities included maintenance tasks such as brakes, fluids, lighting replacement, battery service, and rotor work.
Blue Ridge Technical Center (BRTC)
Architecture
Completed an Architecture Program focused on drafting and code-aligned residential design. Work included AutoCAD, plan layers, scaled measurements, material estimation, and technical specification writing.
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Completed 80% toward a B.S. in Electrical Engineering before pausing studies. Coursework included circuits, signal processing, controls/automation, and embedded systems.
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