Job Title: Technical Writer

Job Description

We are seeking a Technical Writer to support the sustaining engineering team on product support for quality defects within manufacturing. This role will be responsible for updating technical writing documents as changes are made to the manufacturing and process. You will play a crucial role in ensuring our commitment to quality within the manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, write, and edit operational and instructional documents to support the end-users of company products.
• Ensure that documents conform to existing department style guidelines as well as quality assurance and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to plan, research, develop, and prepare publication plans for each assigned project.
• Assist in providing accurate cost and schedule estimates and manage the development and production of documents within budget on schedule.
• Conduct interviews with technical staff and other functional groups to gather information for projects.
• Manage the creation, review, update, and release of technical communication deliverables.
• Provide rough drafts, sketches, and other appropriate inputs required by department illustrators to create illustrations and artwork for final documents.
• Revise existing documents to support product changes.
• Learn unfamiliar technical communication tools quickly and document complex technologies.
• Work with appropriate team members to obtain translation and delivery schedule estimates.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize work to satisfy multiple project teams, and seek assistance from colleagues as needed.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 3 years of experience in technical writing.
• Familiarity with production processes for print documents and web-based publications, such as FrameMaker/Adobe Technical Communication Suite and Word.
• Ability to adjust writing style and content according to audience needs, including clinicians/operators, technicians, and engineers.
• Experience in medical writing and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in document control, creation, change orders, and regulatory documents.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with content management systems and version control systems.
• Ability to understand and explain complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner.

Work Environment

This position operates within an onsite manufacturing and office environment. The work schedule includes being onsite 3 out of 5 days, specifically on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The role supports manufacturing operations and involves collaboration with various teams.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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 Shelbyville,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $25 - $35