Technical Writer

Job Title: Technical Writer

Job Description

This role focuses on creating clear, accurate, and user-friendly technical documentation that supports complex capital and semiconductor equipment used worldwide. You will write, edit, and publish manuals, procedures, and customer-facing documents while working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and field service teams. The position offers hybrid flexibility, exposure to cutting-edge technology, and strong opportunities for technical growth in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and publish technical manuals, procedures, and customer-facing documentation that clearly explain complex equipment and processes.
• Create, revise, and maintain field service procedures for installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Convert manufacturing procedures into field service documentation when applicable, ensuring they are practical and field-ready.
• Collaborate with engineers, field service personnel, technical support teams, and subject matter experts to gather and validate technical information.
• Verify documentation for technical accuracy, usability, and safety compliance before release.
• Incorporate revisions, redlines, and engineering changes into existing documentation in a timely and controlled manner.
• Assemble complete customer document packages, including operations manuals, maintenance manuals, drawings, and supporting technical documents.
• Create and publish technical, field, and safety bulletins to communicate important updates and changes to internal and external audiences.
• Manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously while meeting publication deadlines and quality standards.
• Support the development of visual content, including photographs, screenshots, illustrations, and multimedia documentation to enhance clarity and usability.
• Leverage document control practices and tools to organize, store, and maintain documentation throughout its lifecycle.
• Apply troubleshooting methodologies and an understanding of equipment repair processes to develop accurate, step-by-step procedures.
• Use software tools such as Adobe FrameMaker, SolidWorks, and other publishing or modeling tools to produce professional technical content.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bridgewater, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Type

This is a hybrid position in Bridgewater,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

About 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.