What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer position at Actalent?
Description
• Generate Copy and Build Documents in FrameMaker.
• Generate PostScript and PDF Files for Printing and Electronic Delivery of Technical Manuals.
• Update Manuals as Required Due to Warranty or Modernization Orders, Retaining Copies of previous versions in PDF format.
• Develop Operator Manuals According to Input From Service, Training, Engineering, and assembly.
• Develop Parts Books According to Engineering Documentation (IES, SolidWorks)
• Develop Supplement Manuals as Needed for Modernization Orders.
Skills
- Technical writing, Solidworks
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum 5 Years Technical Writing Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
- Associate of Arts Degree in English, Journalism, or Technical Communication, with a Preference for a B.A. or Equivalent Work Experience
- Familiar with Working with Engineering Documentation
- Project Management Skills; Manage Multiple Projects as Assigned
- Able to discern information from assembly drawings and bills of material
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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 fully onsite position in Davenport,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 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 : $28 - $30
