Technical Writer

Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated Technical Writer to develop procedures, training materials, instructional documents, guidelines, maintenance work instructions, and test procedures for our products. All documentation will pertain to the production, operation, installation, assembly, and maintenance of the company’s products. The Technical Writer will produce high-quality documentation that meets applicable standards and contributes to the overall success of the company’s products. This role involves close coordination with key team members from Engineering, Quality Assurance, Operations, Technical Support, and Production departments to gain an in-depth understanding of the product and technical documentation requirements.

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain written technical manuals for food processing equipment.Write and maintain various technical documents, including but not limited to:Operator Manuals and ProceduresTraining ManualsMaintenance ManualsTechnical Service BulletinsInstallation InstructionsOverhaul and Repair InstructionsParts and Provisioning DocumentationCalibration ProceduresGeneral Engineering DocumentationEnsure documents are clear, concise, and technically accurate.Utilize photographs, drawings, diagrams, animations, and charts to enhance user understanding.Participate in formal design reviews to generate notes and action items.Deliver oral and written status and progress briefs to program management, executive management, and customer management as directed.Prepare technical literature detailing food processes.Collaborate with the Marketing department to prepare technical white papers.Lead the development and production of technical animations.Create and manage video training documentation.Actively collect information on equipment and food processes for use in written manuals.Maintain all relevant industry standards on file for use by design engineers (OSHA, ANSI, CE, CSA, etc.).Organize and lead project risk assessment documentation.Organize factory training programs and content.

Skills:

Technical writingEngineeringStandard Operating Procedures (SOP)Document control

Top Skills:

Technical writingEngineering

Qualifications:

2-5 years of experience in technical writing preferredopen to entry-level candidates with relevant internships and a strong GPA.Ideal candidates will have an engineering degree, preferably a BSME (Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering).

Experience Level:

Intermediate LevelAbout Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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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

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