Technical Writer

This role focuses on creating clear, accurate, and user-friendly technical documentation for a wide range of products and systems within the material handling and industrial sectors. The Technical Writer will translate complex engineering information into accessible installation, operation, maintenance, conveyor, and procedure manuals tailored to the intended audience, using Microsoft Word and related office tools. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects with well-established industry players and supports remote work.

Responsibilities

• Write comprehensive installation, operation, maintenance, conveyor, and procedure manuals for all products and systems.
• Review and interpret engineering content, drawings, and specifications, and translate them into clear, user-focused documentation.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and other technical documentation that support manufacturing and industrial operations.
• Ensure all manuals and documents are accurate, consistent, and aligned with product functionality and safety requirements.
• Produce and format all documentation using Microsoft Word and other Microsoft Office tools, following established templates and style guidelines.
• Collaborate with engineering and other technical teams to gather information, clarify requirements, and validate the accuracy of content.
• Continuously improve documentation quality by updating materials as products evolve and incorporating feedback from stakeholders.
• Organize and maintain documentation files to ensure they are easy to access, update, and distribute to the intended audience.

• Proven experience in technical writing, with a focus on creating installation, operation, maintenance, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read, understand, and digest engineering content and convert it into clear, concise documentation for non-technical and technical audiences.
• Strong writing skills with excellent grammar, clarity, and attention to detail.
• Experience producing technical documentation in Microsoft Word and working effectively with Microsoft Office tools.
• Background in manufacturing, industrial environments, or material handling equipment documentation.
• Familiarity with developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and technical manuals.

• Experience producing documentation specifically for manufacturing or industrial materials.
• Knowledge of the material handling industry and material handling equipment.
• Comfort working on projects for large, well-known industry players.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while meeting deadlines and maintaining high documentation standards.

This is a remote role that allows you to work from your preferred location while collaborating with technical and engineering teams. You will primarily use Microsoft Word and other Microsoft Office applications to develop and format documentation. The position supports projects in the material handling and industrial sectors, including high-visibility initiatives for major industry players, offering exposure to complex systems and ongoing project growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Louisville, KY.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/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)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on May 20, 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 : $30 - $45