What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer position at Actalent?
Description
We are seeking a Technical Writer to support the review and modernization of existing work instructions and procedural documentation within its manufacturing and engineering operations. This is a short‑term contract role focused on updating an established documentation baseline that has become outdated. The Technical Writer will partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to ensure work instructions accurately reflect current processes and are clear, consistent, and usable on the production floor. Responsibilities: -Review, revise, and update existing work instructions and process documentation to align with current manufacturing and engineering practices -Collaborate directly with engineers, technicians, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather accurate technical content -Translate complex technical and mechanical processes into clear, concise, step‑by‑step documentation -Ensure documentation is consistent with internal standards, formatting, and quality requirements -Identify gaps, outdated information, or inconsistencies in existing documentation and recommend improvements -Support version control and documentation change tracking
Skills
Sop, Engineering, Technical writing, Work instruction
Top Skills Details
Sop,Engineering,Technical writing,Work instruction
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Aerospace & Defense Precision Manufacturing Engineering‑driven organizations (manufacturing, industrial, mechanical, or electromechanical)
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Cincinnati, OH.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 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 : $40 - $55