What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer position at Actalent?
Description
The Technical Writer is responsible for developing, writing, and maintaining high-quality technical documentation that supports products throughout their lifecycle. This role focuses on operation manuals, service manuals, kit instructions, and technical bulletins, delivered in both print and electronic formats. The Technical Writer works cross-functionally with engineering, service, manufacturing, and marketing teams to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with documentation standards Second Role Senior Tech Writer Responsibilities: The Senior Technical Writer role involves more responsibilities, including overseeing service manual work, leadership, attending NPD project meetings, and working with offshore teams.
Skills
Technical writing, Writing skills, structured authoring, user manuals, technical documentation, Service Manual support, XML, DITA, CCMS
Top Skills Details
Technical writing,Writing skills,structured authoring,user manuals,technical documentation
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of technical writing experience, OR - 8 years of relevant experience, OR - An equivalent combination of education and professional experience - Experience with heavy equipment, or a highly engineered product - Structured authoring (XML or DITA) and experience writing large-scale documentation like user guides, policies, and technical manuals
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Orrville, OH.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $31.25 - $49.52/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 Orrville,OH.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 8, 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 - $50