Job Description
Job Title: Technical Writer
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Technical Writer to join our team and focus on the complete creation of product and service documentation for a new product line. This role involves working closely with our development team on-site to produce essential documentation compliant with the Machinery Directive and Pressure Equipment Directive.
Responsibilities
+ Create and maintain Quick Start Guides for quick and intuitive commissioning.
+ Develop comprehensive and precise Operating Manuals for end-users, operators, and installers in strict adherence to the requirements of the Machinery Directive and Pressure Equipment Directive.
+ Ensure compliance with relevant US American norms and standards, such as ANSI.
+ Produce documentation in Source American English (US English) with translations in over 30 languages.
+ Collaborate with the development team to produce documents such as Quick Start Guides, digital operating manuals, service documents, spare parts lists, service manuals, and repair manuals.
Essential Skills
+ Proficiency in content management systems such as Author IT.
+ Experience with graphic tools like Arbortext IsoDraw or Adobe Illustrator.
+ Strong technical writing skills, particularly in product documentation.
+ Familiarity with electronic and hardware engineering concepts.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience in creating documentation for fluid exchange machines.
+ Knowledge of compliance requirements for the Machinery and Pressure Equipment Directives.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Owatonna, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $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 Owatonna,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 2, 2025.
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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
Job Tags
Contract work, Temporary work,
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