Technical Writer: Hardware & Robotics Documentation (Hybrid)

Apex Systems; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Technical Writer in Waltham, MA for a contract-to-perm role. You will develop and update technical documentation for internal teams and external partners, with a focus on accuracy and audience needs.

The position offers hybrid flexibility, starting at 40–50 USD per hour, with conversion to full-time after six months. Responsibilities include creating user guides, service manuals, and repair documents, collaborating across Field Service, Manufacturing, and Engineering,

Qualifications

• Experience in technical documentation for hardware and software products.
• Strong written and verbal communication, proofreading, organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with critical thinking.
• Experience documenting high-tech products; robotics/automation a plus.
• Proficiency with MS Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint and Visio; CAD (SolidWorks) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams on technical documentation projects (Field Service, Manufacturing, Engineering).
• Develop user guides, field service manuals, and repair documents for partners.
• Write concisely to convey technical information for diverse audiences.
• Assist with content curation procedures and best practices.
• Copy edit and publish assets for external service partners and internal teams.

Skills

Technical writing

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Robotics/automation experience

MS Word

SharePoint

PowerPoint

Visio

CAD (SolidWorks)

Tools

MS Word

SharePoint

PowerPoint

Visio

CAD (SolidWorks)

Job description

Apex Systems is seeking a Technical Writer in Waltham, MA for a contract-to-perm role. You will develop and update technical documentation for internal teams and external partners, with a focus on accuracy and audience needs.

The position offers hybrid flexibility, starting at 40–50 USD per hour, with conversion to full-time after six months. Responsibilities include creating user guides, service manuals, and repair documents, collaborating across Field Service, Manufacturing, and Engineering,