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
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Develop installation manuals for an industrial hardware panel (mounting, wiring, configuration, safety).
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Create customer-facing user manuals and configuration guides.
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Convert engineering notes, diagrams, and SME input into polished documents.
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Interview engineers and SMEs to gather missing technical details.
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Produce supplemental materialsincluding diagrams, quick-start guides, and data sheets.
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Ensure content is accurate, clear, consistent, and aligned with user needs.
What We're Looking For
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3+ years technical writing experience in hardware, industrial, or electro-mechanical environments.
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Strong experience producing installation and user manuals.
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Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and configuration flows.
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Excellent writing and communication skills; able to work independently.
Bonus Points For:
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Experience with industrial panels, automation systems, control systems, or robotics.
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Ability to produce supporting diagrams and visual aids.
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Familiarity with modern documentation tools.
Work Model
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Onsite for initial ramp-up and discovery
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Remote/flexible for final deliverables