Technical Writer – Automation & Equipment Manuals

ACTalent; Bedford (MA); In loco; USD 34.000 - 69.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Actalent is seeking a Technical Writer in Bedford, MA to produce clear manuals, assembly instructions, SOPs, and maintenance procedures for complex mechanical, electrical, and automated systems. You will work with engineers to translate technical drawings into user-friendly content and support documentation across multiple projects.

The role emphasizes structured authoring, visual content creation, and collaboration in a manufacturing environment, with on-site duties in Bedford.

Competenze

• Proven technical writing experience, preferably supporting engineering, manufacturing, automation, or complex equipment.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills; ability to collaborate with engineers and other subject matter experts.
• Ability to read, interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience creating assembly instructions, repair manuals, and work instructions for technical products or systems.
• Comfort around electrical cabinets and equipment operating at 200-500V to observe procedures and document SOPs.
• Experience using Jira or similar systems to manage documentation tasks.

Mansioni

• Create and maintain customer-facing manuals, assembly instructions, SOPs, and repair procedures for complex equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to gather detailed technical information and clarify documentation requirements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to ensure accuracy of written materials.
• Develop documentation in structured, topic-based format with clear organization and flow.
• Produce technical images and illustrations, preferably using SolidWorks Composer.
• Write operations and maintenance procedures for large systems including safety considerations.
• Observe equipment operation to document SOPs and procedures accurately.
• Plan, prioritize, and track documentation projects across multiple tasks.
• Communicate questions, risks, and updates to stakeholders to ensure timely delivery.
• Adapt documentation to evolving processes and requirements.

Conoscenze

Technical writing

Engineering drawings

Documentation collaboration

Jira

SolidWorks Composer

Microsoft Publisher

Strumenti

SolidWorks Composer

Microsoft Publisher

Descrizione del lavoro

Actalent is seeking a Technical Writer in Bedford, MA to produce clear manuals, assembly instructions, SOPs, and maintenance procedures for complex mechanical, electrical, and automated systems. You will work with engineers to translate technical drawings into user-friendly content and support documentation across multiple projects.

The role emphasizes structured authoring, visual content creation, and collaboration in a manufacturing environment, with on-site duties in Bedford.