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Technical Writer

USAFull-time$73k–$113k2026-11-11 → 2026-11-12
Based in United States

Core

Develop, edit, and maintain technical documents (procedures, work instructions, equipment manuals, process documentation, training materials, specifications, troubleshooting guides) for industrial equipment, automation systems, and manufacturing processes.

Role type

Technical Writer

Builds

Procedures, work instructions, equipment manuals, process documentation, training materials, specifications, and troubleshooting guides

Domain

Manufacturing / Industrial Automation

Required skills

Technical writing, editing, proofreading, project management, Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, diagram creation, screenshot capture, content management systems, stakeholder collaboration

Preferred skills

Experience with industrial equipment documentation, automation systems, manufacturing processes, document control, quality management systems, change management, regulated environments, SharePoint, illustration tools, engineering drawings interpretation

Technologies

SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, illustration tools, screen-capture tools, content management systems

Responsibilities

Develop, edit, and maintain technical documents including procedures, work instructions, equipment manuals, and troubleshooting guides; Interview and collaborate with subject-matter experts to gather and verify technical content; Create and update diagrams, screenshots, tables, and supporting materials; Apply document templates, style guides, and terminology standards; Coordinate document reviews and secure approvals; Check documentation against source materials for accuracy; Maintain document repositories and revision histories; Identify documentation gaps and recommend improvements; Manage multiple assignments and priorities

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC