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Flexible Engineering Technical Writer Jobs in Iowa

Technical Writer / Hydraulics Tech (4 days work on site 1 day work remote at home) In this role you ... About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent ...

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Technical Writer Pella, Iowa (hybrid) As a Technical Writer, you will transform complex technical ... In this role, you will collaborate closely with engineering, product management, product marketing ...

Technical Writing Tutor

Ames, IA · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Emphasizes clarity, conciseness, and accuracy in conveying complex information and connects technical writing to software development, engineering, healthcare, and scientific communication ...

Technical Writing Tutor

Iowa City, IA · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Emphasizes clarity, conciseness, and accuracy in conveying complex information and connects technical writing to software development, engineering, healthcare, and scientific communication ...

Strong knowledge of CAD and other Engineering/Technical skills * Strong knowledge of project design ... Effective oral and written communication skills * Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills ...

Senior Traffic Engineer

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$97K - $134K/yr

Strong knowledge of professional liability, quality procedures, and other Engineering/Technical ... Effective oral and written communication skills. * Excellent interpersonal and organizational ...

Utilize sound engineering practices and company objectives to resolve issues in a creative and ... Strong and effective technical communication skills, both verbally and written * Knowledge of ...

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Knowledge of CAD, other Engineering/Technical skills and McClure-Drive Standards is preferred ... Effective oral and written communication skills. Educational and/or Experience Requirements * High ...

Knowledge of CAD, other Engineering/Technical skills and McClure-Drive Standards is preferred ... Effective oral and written communication skills. * Strong interpersonal skills * Willing to learn ...

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What is the difference between Flexible Engineering Technical Writer vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectFlexible Engineering Technical WriterMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, Technical Writing certificationBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering
Work EnvironmentTechnical documentation, cross-disciplinary teamsDesign, testing, manufacturing settings
Industry UsageEngineering firms, tech companies, manufacturingAutomotive, aerospace, industrial equipment

Flexible Engineering Technical Writers focus on creating clear technical documentation for engineering projects, often collaborating across disciplines. Mechanical Engineers design and develop mechanical systems, working primarily on product development and testing. While both roles require engineering knowledge, the Technical Writer emphasizes communication skills and documentation, whereas Mechanical Engineers focus on design and analysis.

What are the most commonly searched types of Engineering Technical Writer jobs in Iowa?

The most popular types of Engineering Technical Writer jobs in Iowa are:

Technical Writer/ Automation Tech

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Waterloo, IA

$25 - $28/hr

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Job description

Job Title: Technical Writer / Hydraulics Tech (4 days work on site 1 day work remote at home)

In this role you will take a product (hydraulic, pump, etc.), take it apart, put it back together and then document it for the creation of manuals.

Great opportunity for someone seeking more desk work and less hands on work!

Skill set:

  • Automotive-mechanically inclined individual with 3+ years of experience
  • Someone that can take apart and put together product and then document it.
  • Electrical and mechanical experience
  • Candidate that works as an auto mechanic, military, farmers, etc with hands on experience seeking more desk work doing technical writing have done very well in this role!

They will train on everything to do with the technical writing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waterloo, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Waterloo,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.


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About Actalent

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Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We're supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent promotes consultant care and engagement through experiences that enable continuous development. Our people are the difference. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hanover, MD, US

Year founded

1983

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