Technical Writer for Medical Devices: ATE & PCBAs

Dahl Consulting; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 46,838 - 50,971; Part time

Job summary

Dahl Consulting is seeking a Technical Writer to support an engineering team in a medical device context. You will develop clear operation and maintenance documents and training materials for Automated Test Equipment used in PCBAs testing and production.

The role requires translating complex technical concepts into concise content while ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards. Strong collaboration with engineers and timely delivery are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Writer in engineering or medical device environments.
• Strong understanding of technical documentation standards and best practices.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise content.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive Operation and Maintenance Manuals for ATE testers, including safety guidelines, system operation procedures, maintenance instructions and spare parts lists, calibration and adjustment processes.
• Collaborate with engineers to create training materials covering system operation and component overview, troubleshooting known and potential issues, software module operation, sequence, and code highlights.
• Ensure all documentation complies with regulatory and quality standards for medical device manufacturing.
• Work closely with engineering teams throughout design and manufacturing phases to gather accurate technical information.
• Manage documentation timelines and deliverables.

Skills

Technical writing

Engineering documentation

Regulatory standards knowledge

Job description

Technical Writer job at Dahl Consulting. Brooklyn Park, MN. Title : Technical Writer
Location : Minneapolis, MN
Job Type : Contract (W2)
Compensation : $34.00 - $37.00 per hour --- About the Role
Dahl Consulting is partnering with a leading medical device manufacturer to hire a Technical Writer. This role is essential in supporting the engineering team by developing clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation and training materials for Automated Test Equipment (ATE) systems used in the testing and production of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs). Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive Operation and Maintenance Manuals for ATE testers, including:
• Safety guidelines
• System operation procedures
• Maintenance instructions and spare parts lists
• Calibration and adjustment processes

• Collaborate with engineers to create training materials covering:
• System operation and component overview
• Troubleshooting known and potential issues
• Software module operation, sequence, and code highlights
• Ensure all documentation complies with regulatory and quality standards for medical device manufacturing
• Work closely with engineering teams throughout design and manufacturing phases to gather accurate technical information
• Manage documentation timelines and deliverables Qualifications
  Required:
  • Proven experience as a Technical Writer in engineering or medical device environments
  • Strong understanding of technical documentation standards and best practices
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise content
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  Preferred:
  • Familiarity with automated test equipment (ATE) and PCBAs
  • Experience working in regulated industries such as medical devices
  Benefits
  Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family’s needs. For details, please review the DAHL Benefits Summary: How to Apply
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  As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!