Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Technical Writer

 Job Description:

Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid / Remote-flex)
Type: 3-Month Contract 

We are looking for a Technical Writer to create installation manuals, user manuals, and supporting documentation for industrial hardware products used in a robotics environment. This role turns engineering content into polished, user-ready documentation.

What You'll Do

  • Develop installation manuals for an industrial hardware panel (mounting, wiring, configuration, safety).

  • Create customer-facing user manuals and configuration guides.

  • Convert engineering notes, diagrams, and SME input into polished documents.

  • Interview engineers and SMEs to gather missing technical details.

  • Produce supplemental materialsincluding diagrams, quick-start guides, and data sheets.

  • Ensure content is accurate, clear, consistent, and aligned with user needs.

What We're Looking For

  • 3+ years technical writing experience in hardware, industrial, or electro-mechanical environments.

  • Strong experience producing installation and user manuals.

  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and configuration flows.

  • Excellent writing and communication skills; able to work independently.

Bonus Points For:

  • Experience with industrial panels, automation systems, control systems, or robotics.

  • Ability to produce supporting diagrams and visual aids.

  • Familiarity with modern documentation tools.

Work Model

  • Onsite for initial ramp-up and discovery

  • Remote/flexible for final deliverables