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Professional - Engineering - Technical Writer I

HAYS
Houston, MN Contractor
POSTED ON 10/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2026
Professional - Engineering - Technical Writer I - Contract - Houston, TX - $25.00 - $29.29/hr

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Professional - Engineering - Technical Writer I in Houston, TX

Role Description

Work with R&D Engineers, Technical Support Engineers, and other stakeholders to create and publish the materials needed for release of new and/or upgrade of medical devices.
Develop engineering-level knowledge of medical devices down to their electrical and mechanical subsystems.
Develop in-depth knowledge of technical publication customer needs and attend to them.
Create and publish detailed technical materials in well-written, precise, and clear English for global distribution and meet quality requirements.
Work with other technical writers, when required, to create technical documentation.
Help with the creation of our monthly technical newsletter and other documents per business needs.
Ensure project deadlines are met.

Skills & Requirements

5 years of relevant experience.
Experience in technical publications for electronic equipment.
Experience in the creation of documents for print and digital media.
Strong working knowledge of different document creation tools such as Adobe, Flare, and/or Oxygen.
Excellent communication skills.
Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Education, Instructional Design, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
3 years of experience in technical writing, training development, instructional design, or a related role.
Experience developing SOPs, work instructions, and controlled documentation in a regulated environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles and Instructional Systems Design (ISD).
Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
Experience creating process maps, flowcharts, and training materials.
Strong project management, organization, and time-management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

Nervous about an upcoming interview? Unsure how to write a new resume?

Visit the Hays Career Advice section to learn top tips to help you stand out from the crowd when job hunting.

Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'.

We also believe that actions speak louder than words.

In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text .

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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Salary : $25 - $29

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