Technical Writer

Pay Range

Plastic Executive Recruiters provided pay range: $30.00/hr - $37.00/hr (Base pay range)

Technical Writer (Contract-to-Hire)

Remote (with required travel for site visits) – Office location Midland, MI

6‑Month Contract (Potential for conversion to Full‑Time)

1–2 weeks on‑site Hinweise pro Projekt/Zyklus; 1–3 weeks remote

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Technical Writer to translate complex machinery and.

Secondary industrielle processes into clear, self‑contained documentation. Responsibilitiy translation of compréhensive product manuals and operation instructions for our machinery, employing a hybrid workflow that alternates between on‑site site observation and remote drafting.

• On‑Site Discovery: Visit the facility, observe machine operations, capture photographs, and interview engineers and product managers.
• Manual Creation: Develop end‑to‑end user manuals, installation guides, and maintenance instructions for complex industrial equipment.
• Information Architecture: Organize technical information into logical, user‑friendly formats for operators, technicians, and engineers.
• +wired Documentation: Collaborate with designers or use own skills to embed diagrams, CAD drawings, and photos into manuals.
• Standardization:

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in technical writing, specifically for industrial machinery, hardware, or manufacturing.
• Travel Flexibility: Regular travel and the ability to stay on‑site for up to 2 weeks at a time.
• Software Proficiency: Comfortable with Mad Cap Flare, Adobe Frame Maker, Microsoft Word/Publisher, and basic image‑editing tools.
• Technical Literacy: Ability to read blueprints, CAD drawings, or engineering specifications.
• Communication: Exceptional interviewing skills to extract knowledge from busy technical experts.

• Experience with DITA/XML or structured authoring.
• Knowledge of safety labeling and compliance requirements for heavy machinery.
• Background in mechanical or electrical engineering.

This high‑impact role serves as a bridge between the engineering team and global customers. While the initial contract lasts 6 months, we’re seeking a long‑term partner to transition into a permanent, full‑time position based on performance.

• Associate
Employment type
• Contract
Job function
• Engineering, Writing/Editing, and Manufacturing
• Plastics Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing