Technical Writer

Job Title: Remote Technical Writer (Central Time or Eastern Time)
Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Technical Writers to support documentation initiatives for a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) environment. This role will partner with cross-functional teams, subject matter experts, and stakeholders to develop, maintain, and improve operational, process, and system documentation in a manufacturing setting. The ideal candidate has strong technical writing capabilities, experience documenting manufacturing processes, and the ability to quickly understand complex workflows within an MES-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Create, revise, and maintain technical documentation, including:
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Work Instructions
  • Process Documentation
  • System Documentation
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and stakeholders to gather technical and operational information.
• Document MES-related processes, workflows, and system activities.
• Review and update existing documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company standards.
• Ensure documentation is clear, concise, user-friendly, and aligned with quality requirements.
• Support ongoing MES implementation, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to document control and quality system processes as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 3 to 4+ years of technical writing experience.
• Experience creating SOPs, work instructions, process documentation, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and technical stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in documenting technical and operational processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing or regulated environment.
• Exposure to medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences industries.
• Knowledge of document control processes and quality systems.
• Experience supporting system implementations or process improvement initiatives.
• Hands-on experience with Siemens Opcenter MES strongly preferred.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Austin, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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.


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