Job Title: Technical Writer

Job Description

The Technical Writer is responsible for the on-time creation and accuracy of technical content developed for plumbing products. This includes media such as publications, labels and packaging, and animations. The role involves coordinating publication requirements with Engineering, Marketing, and Technical Publications service parts, illustration, translation staff, and/or vendors. The Technical Writer leads the creation and maintenance of content and illustrations for installation instructions, homeowner guides, and servicing instructions and recommends content and illustration standards for product support documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate publication requirements with Engineering, Marketing, and Technical Publications service parts, illustration, and translation staff.
• Serve as the main contact for product teams for technical content and literature requirements for assigned literature projects.
• Complete qualification for all assigned literature projects.
• Evaluate project scope and product timing needs, then negotiate and set required documentation production schedule.
• Ensure the timely completion of assigned projects by exhibiting strong project leadership in planning, scheduling, organizing, and team implementation of publications.
• Communicate and negotiate to appropriately apportion time and other resources.
• Develop and ensure quality of technical product literature as assigned, covering product information, installation, use, and/or servicing.
• Represent the department in matters of technical content and usability of publications.
• Recommend and support maintenance of technical communication requirements, standards, and processes for all publication products.
• Maintain all project data including the determination of cost and timing parameters for projects and status notes.
• Perform other responsibilities and tasks as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Technical writing
• Experience with XML and DITA authoring tools
• Experience with InDesign
• Experience with SAP (preferred)
• Familiarity with tagged languages (XML/DITA)
• Illustration experience with CAD or Pro/E, Creo, Adobe Illustrator, or Arbortext IsoDraw
• Proficiency with database use and Excel spreadsheets

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with strong technical writing
• 4 years of technical writing experience for product and/or software
• Proficiency in XML and DITA authoring tools
• 2 years of manufacturing/technical experience

Work Environment

The candidate will use Astoria CMS, Oxygen Editor, InDesign, Windchill, MS Project Online, MS Teams, and Office daily. Preference is given to candidates with experience in these software tools.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Kohler,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $45 - $75