Technical Writer — Manufacturing & Engineering Manuals

Actalent; Pittsboro (IN); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 120,347,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking aTechnical Writer to translate complex information into clear documentation, including user manuals, installation guides, and manufacturing work instructions. The role requires collaborating with SMEs, studying BOMs, and mentoring junior staff to ensure accurate, concise materials within our engineering-focused environments.

The position is contract-based, onsite in Pittsboro, IN, with a 7 AM–5 PM schedule, potential overtime, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of technical writing experience.
• Experience in engineering, energy, or manufacturing preferred.
• Proficiency with CCMS or authoring tools, Microsoft suite, and Smartsheet.
• Prior experience interviewing and performing shop floor observation.

Responsibilities

• Work independently on assigned documentation and communicate statuses and obstacles.
• Interview subject matter experts and observe tasks or processes to determine procedures and details.
• Study submitted materials including BOMs, drawings, and pictures to inform documentation.
• Organize material and complete writing assignments according to internal standards.
• Proofread documentation for others and recommend improvements.
• Review published materials and recommend revisions or changes in scope, format, or content.
• Mentor less experienced team members as appropriate.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Technical writing

Engineering background

Interview SMEs

Shop floor observation

Education

Associate’s degree in technical writing

Tools

CCMS

Authoring tools

Microsoft Office

Smartsheet

Job description

Actalent is seeking aTechnical Writer to translate complex information into clear documentation, including user manuals, installation guides, and manufacturing work instructions. The role requires collaborating with SMEs, studying BOMs, and mentoring junior staff to ensure accurate, concise materials within our engineering-focused environments.

The position is contract-based, onsite in Pittsboro, IN, with a 7 AM–5 PM schedule, potential overtime, and comprehensive benefits.