Technical Writer

Engineering Technical Writer

The Engineering Technical Writer is responsible for developing clear, accurate, and usable technical documentation to support manufacturing and assembly operations. This role works closely with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and technicians to translate engineering drawings, SolidWorks models, and hands-on build knowledge into effective assembly build instructions, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation for use on the production floor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, SolidWorks models, Bill of Materials (BOMs), and specifications to understand product design and assembly intent.
• Collaborate closely with technicians and manufacturing engineers to capture best practices, assembly sequences, tooling requirements, and critical quality checkpoints.
• Create and maintain assembly build instructions, manufacturing instructions (MIs), work instructions, and visual aids. Including continuously improving documentation based on technician feedback, production issues, and process changes.
• Ensure documentation reflects current design revisions and manufacturing processes. This includes incorporating photos, diagrams, exploded views, and annotations to improve clarity and usability in the documentation.
• Participate in cross-functional design and build reviews to ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) by developing documentation in parallel with design and build activities.
• Maintain document control and revision history in accordance with quality system requirements.
• Utilize modern tools, video, AI, and other technologies to create efficient and user-friendly method instructions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Technical Writing, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field with a minimum of 2 years of related work experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong attention to detail with the ability to see both system-level intent and assembly-level execution. Ability to translate complex engineering information into clear, concise, technician-friendly instructions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings; SolidWorks experience is desirable.

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location:

This is a Permanent position based out of Horsham, PA.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $85000.00/yr. Medical, Dental, and Vision 401(k) with Company Match Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Commuter Benefits Life and Accident Insurance Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity Theft Remediation Emergency Travel Assistance

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Horsham, PA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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 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.

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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.