Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Technical WriterJob Description
A manufacturing and life sciences organization in Lexington, KY is seeking a Technical Writer to support the development, revision, and maintenance of technical documentation in a regulated environment. This role involves working cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, R&D, and Operations teams to ensure documentation is accurate, compliant, and clearly written for end users.
Responsibilities
- Create, edit, and maintain technical documentation including SOPs, work instructions, manuals, validation documents, and training materials.
- Translate complex technical, scientific, and manufacturing information into clear, concise documentation.
- Partner with Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and R&D teams to gather requirements and validate content accuracy.
- Ensure documentation complies with applicable regulatory, quality, and internal standards.
- Manage document revisions, version control, and change documentation within controlled systems.
- Support internal and external audits by providing accurate, up-to-date documentation.
- Maintain documentation templates, formatting standards, and writing guidelines.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Engineering, Science, or a related field.
- 2+ years of technical writing experience in a manufacturing, regulated, or technical environment.
- Ability to write clear, structured, and user-friendly technical documentation.
- Experience with SOPs, work instructions, and controlled documents.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and document management systems.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple documentation projects.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in regulated environments (FDA, GMP, ISO, or similar).
- Exposure to life sciences, food safety, diagnostics, laboratory, or manufacturing operations.
- Familiarity with electronic document control or quality management systems (EDMS/QMS).
- Strong collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
Work Environment
The work environment involves collaborating with various teams in a regulated manufacturing and life sciences setting. The role requires proficiency with Microsoft Word and document management systems, and involves managing multiple documentation projects with attention to detail. Dress code and specific working hours are not specified.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Lexington, KY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $43.00/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 fully onsite position in Lexington,KY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 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.