Technical Writer I

Astrix Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrix Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a Technical Writer I for an onsite, 1-year contract to join our global leader in medical devices.

The role focuses on producing manuals, SOPs, and training materials, and requires close collaboration with engineers to ensure accuracy across print and digital formats. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in technical writing, with experience in regulated GMP/FDA environments, and proficiency with Adobe, Flare, or Oxygen.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical writing experience, preferably with electronic or medical devices.
• Proficiency with Adobe, Flare, Oxygen, or similar tools.
• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in a regulated environment (GMP/FDA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create manuals, SOPs, work instructions, and training materials.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure documentation accuracy.
• Publish content for print and digital media.
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Skills

Technical writing

Regulated environment

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Adobe

Flare

Oxygen

Job description

Pay Rate Low: 30.00 | Pay Rate High: 38.00
Pay Rate Low: 32.00 | Pay Rate High: 38.00

Exciting Technical Writer I development opportunity to work for a global leader dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. The largest device company in the world - with complementary businesses in Surgical and Vision Care

Technical Writer I - Onsite

Location: Houston, TX - Seeking local only

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Holiday, PTO 401K matching

Contract: 1 year contract with extension or conversion potential

Key Responsibilities

• Create manuals, SOPs, work instructions, and training materials.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure documentation accuracy.
• Publish content for print and digital media.
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical writing experience, preferably with electronic or medical devices.
• Proficiency with Adobe, Flare, Oxygen, or similar tools.
• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in a regulated environment (GMP/FDA) preferred.

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!