What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tech Writer position at Actalent?
Position Summary
The Technical Writer is responsible for developing, writing, and maintaining high-quality technical documentation. This role focuses on Operation Manuals, Service Manuals, Kit Instructions, bulletins, and related technical publications in both print and electronic formats. The Technical Writer works closely with engineering, service, marketing, and manufacturing teams to ensure technical content is accurate, clear, timely, and compliant with documentation standards
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, write, revise, and edit operation manuals, service manuals, kit instructions, and technical bulletins
- Analyze new products, engineering changes, and design updates to determine documentation requirements
- Attend product design and review meetings to gather technical information
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with Engineering, Service, Marketing, Manufacturing, and external suppliers
- Interpret and apply engineering drawings, bills of material (BOMs), schematics, and manufacturing documentation
- Use publishing and illustration tools to create documentation that adheres to established templates and style guidelines
- Upload documentation into Windchill and create Change Notices (CNs) to release content
- Review change notices and determine required documentation updates
- Coordinate proofreading and ensure final documents meet quality, style, and schedule expectations
- Develop clear instructions for accessory and service kits
- Maintain accurate version control and document lifecycle management
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of technical writing experience,
- OR 8 years of relevant experience,
- OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical data
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Comfortable working both independently and in a team environment
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Hagerstown, MD.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $31.25 - $33.65/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)
This is a fully onsite position in Hagerstown,MD.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Salary : $31 - $34