Technical Writer

Intellectt INC; Shawano (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Intellectt Inc. in Shawano, Wisconsin seeks a Technical Writer with 3–6 years experience to create and update service manuals for forestry and mining equipment.

This onsite contract role spans 12 months, offering $25–28 per hour on W2 and a comprehensive benefits package.

You will work independently and with the team, ensuring accuracy, safety notes, and graphics compliance across manuals.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in Technical Writing.
• Experience creating and updating technical or service manuals.
• Strong knowledge of technical documentation and CMS.
• Experience with Arbortext Editor or Oxygen XML.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Create, write, and update technical and service manuals for forestry and mining products.
• Understand technical requirements and documentation scope.
• Follow technical writing guidelines and proofread content for accuracy.
• Incorporate safety warnings, inspection checks, and graphic requirements into manuals.
• Create graphics and illustration requests as required.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with the team.

Skills

Technical writing

Independent work

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Arbortext Editor

Oxygen XML

Job description

Job Title: Technical Writer

Company: Intellectt
Location: Shawano, WI (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 12 Months

Job Summary

We are seeking a Technical Writer with 3 6 years of experience creating and updating service manuals and technical documentation for mechanical equipment, forestry machinery, or mining products.

Responsibilities

• Create, write, and update technical and service manuals for forestry and mining products.
• Understand technical requirements and documentation scope.
• Follow technical writing guidelines and proofread content for accuracy.
• Incorporate safety warnings, inspection checks, and graphic requirements into manuals.
• Create graphics and illustration requests as required.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with the team.

Required Qualifications

• 3 6 years of experience in Technical Writing.
• Experience creating and updating technical or service manuals.
• Strong knowledge of technical documentation and content management systems (CMS).
• Experience with tools such as Arbortext Editor or Oxygen XML.
• Ability to understand technical requirements and follow documentation standards.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or another engineering stream, as specified in the original requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of forestry or mining products.
• Understanding of mechanical assemblies.
• Experience incorporating safety information, graphics, and illustrations into technical manuals.

Work Requirements

• Onsite work in Shawano, Wisconsin.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with the team.

Salary / Rate: $25-28/hr on W2

Benefits

Employees hired into this position are eligible for the following benefits, subject to the applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options are available through a third-party provider. Employees are responsible for paying the full cost of their insurance premiums.
• Retirement Benefits: A 401(k)-retirement savings plan is available. No employer matching or other employer contributions are provided.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): No PTO other than that required by applicable state and local laws

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Intellectt Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.