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Patterson-UTI

Technical Writer NEX

Houston, TX · On-site

Work closely with Sales, Commercial, Engineering and Operations in a support role for new and ... Experience: 3+ years of technical writing experience, with specific experience in the oil and gas ...

NDI Engineering Company

Technical Writer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

NDI Engineering Company is seeking a self-motivated Technical Writer who will be responsible for the development and maintenance of Navy Technical Manuals, Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals ...

Patterson-UTI

Technical Writer NEX

Houston, TX · On-site

Work closely with Sales, Commercial, Engineering and Operations in a support role for new and ... Experience: 3+ years of technical writing experience, with specific experience in the oil and gas ...

KBR

Technical Writer (Fed Civ)

Fulton, MD · Remote

$94K - $142K/yr

... DevSecOps, engineering, technical operations, human performance/medical, or supply chain and ... Flexible on Degree and years' experience if candidate has technical certifications and/or proven ...

KBR, Inc.

Technical Writer (Fed Civ)

Fulton, MD · On-site

$94K - $142K/yr

... DevSecOps, engineering, technical operations, human performance/medical, or supply chain and ... Flexible on Degree and years' experience if candidate has technical certifications and/or proven ...

Leidos

Technical Writer

Annapolis Junction, MD

Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO ... Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training ...

ITAC

Technical Writer

Newport News, VA

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for ... Requirements Overview The Technical Writer position will develop, maintain, validate, and improve ...

ITAC

Technical Writer

Newport News, VA · On-site

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for ... Requirements Overview The Technical Writer position will develop, maintain, validate, and improve ...

ITAC

Technical Writer

Newport News, VA · On-site

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for ... Requirements Overview The Technical Writer position will develop, maintain, validate, and improve ...

Leidos

Technical Writer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO ... Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training ...

Staffed4U

Technical Writer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

The ideal candidate has experience working with developers and technical teams to gather ... Flexible Schedule: Flexible or alternate work schedules may be available with customer approval.

Skyline Products

Technical Writer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

Product Development / Engineering / Documentation Salary Range : $60,000 to $80,000 Job Summary: We ... Flexible work hours and potential for hybrid/remote work. * A collaborative, hands-on work ...

Gromelski & Associates

Technical Writer

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$70K - $115K/yr

Key service areas include Engineering Design and Documentation; Software Development and Testing ... Technical Writer Responsible for the preparation, review, revision, and maintenance of technical ...

Skyline Products

Technical Writer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Product Development / Engineering / Documentation Salary Range : $60,000 to $80,000 Job Summary: We ... Flexible work hours and potential for hybrid/remote work. * A collaborative, hands-on work ...

IDS International

Technical Writer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

Locations Annapolis Junction, MDShifts Available Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift ... engineering, cybersecurity, and acquisition efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for flexible engineering technical writer in the United States is $38.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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Technical Writer NEX

Technical Writer NEX

Patterson-UTI

Houston, TX • On-site

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Posted 13 days ago

Patterson-UTI rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 75 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Technical Writer to lead our RFP and proposal efforts. In this role, you will break down complex Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements and collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Commercial, and Operational teams to craft competitive technical proposals for our oil and gas projects. You will also create technical proposals for existing work.

Key Responsibilities

  • RFP Analysis: Dissect incoming RFPs, Requests for Information (RFIs), and bid documents to extract evaluation criteria, technical specifications, and supply chain requests.
  • Proposal Development: Write proposals tailored to specific client needs.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Sales, Commercial, Engineering and Operations in a support role for new and upcoming job opportunities.
  • Content Management: Maintain and update a reusable proposal content library to ensure swift and accurate responses.
  • Compliance Assurance: Ensure all proposal submissions strictly adhere to client requirements, brand guidelines, and industry standards.
  • Process Management: Participate in strategy and bid kick-off meetings, track proposal progress against strict deadlines, and manage document versions.

Qualifications & Requirements

         Education

  • Required: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Preferred: Higher education degree (Associate's or Bachelor's) in Engineering, Technical Communications, English, Journalism, or a closely related commercial field.
  • Experience: 3+ years of technical writing experience, with specific experience in the oil and gas, energy, or industrial services sectors.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word and PowerPoint); familiarity with document management systems (e.g., SharePoint) and Salesforce is highly desirable.
  • Soft Skills: Exceptional organizational and time-management skills; proven ability to manage multiple bids under high-pressure deadline
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Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.


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