Technical Writer

Job Title:

Technical Writer Job Description This position requires a self-reliant, highly motivated person capable of working both independently and with a team. You must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment in an organized, accurate, and efficient manner, delivering results with minimal oversight. This role bridges the gap between engineering, production staff, and quality assurance to ensure that manufacturing processes and product specifications are documented accurately, conform to regulations, and are easily understood by users. Responsibilities Create and revise work instructions: Research, create, update, and manage clear, concise documentation that outlines production procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards. Develop, format, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and other general support actions.

Information gathering:

Interview engineers, production personnel, and operators to gather technical information, capture photos, and observe processes on the manufacturing floor.

Visual enhancements:

Incorporate photographs, diagrams, and illustrations to make instructions easier to understand.

Quality assurance:

Review documents for clarity, usability, and technical accuracy; respond to feedback to continuously improve documentation.

Safety and compliance:

Ensure all documented procedures meet safety requirements and quality standards.

Document control:

Maintain version control, assist with document approval workflow, and ensure documentation complies with industry standards. Essential Skills 5+ years of experience in technical writing with GDP, preferably in a manufacturing, engineering, or GMP environment. Bachelor's degree in English, Engineering, Technical Communication, or a related field.

Technical writing skills:

Ability to translate complex technical jargon into simple, actionable, step-by-step instructions. Experience writing from engineering drawings, schematics, and BOMs is a plus. Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document control systems (e.g., Propel, Salesforce). Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams, including engineers and shop floor operators. Meticulous attention to detail ensuring accuracy in high-stakes documentation, with good grammar, punctuation, spelling, and strong formatting consistency. Additional Skills & Qualifications Proactive learner: Ability to quickly understand complex electrical, hardware, assembly, and calibration processes.

Analytical thinking:

Ability to evaluate information from multiple sources and resolve conflicting data.

Independence:

Capable of working with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. Experience working in electronics manufacturing environments. Basic understanding of electrical principles. Work Environment This is a hybrid role based in Alameda, requiring occasional onsite presence to ensure familiarity with products and the team. The position involves working in a manufacturing environment, collaborating closely with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Alameda, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/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 Alameda,CA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: 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 Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.