Technical Writer - Medical Devices & GMP Documentation

Abbott (abbottcareers2 board); Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Technical Writer to create and modify manuals, SOPs, and training materials for instruments and automation. You will work with SMEs to ensure accuracy and clarity in complex documentation.

You will lead document reviews, ensure regulatory compliance in a controlled environment, and collaborate with Technical Services, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, and R&D to deliver high-quality materials for diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher in Biotechnology, Engineering, Technical Communications, or related field.
• 3+ years of technical writing experience in engineering/biotech/software.
• Experience in a regulated document control environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify technical documents for instruments and automation (SOPs, manuals, training materials).
• Prepare documents for test platforms and products with clear explanations for diverse audiences.
• Lead pre-review sessions with SMEs and reconcile comments for accuracy.
• Write, revise, and organize technical information to aid users with complex processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional SMEs to understand product and audience and document needs.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation control

MS Office

Cross-functional collab

Education

Associate degree in Biotechnology, Engineering, Technical Communications, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Abbott is seeking a Technical Writer to create and modify manuals, SOPs, and training materials for instruments and automation. You will work with SMEs to ensure accuracy and clarity in complex documentation.

You will lead document reviews, ensure regulatory compliance in a controlled environment, and collaborate with Technical Services, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, and R&D to deliver high-quality materials for diverse audiences.