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Permanent Engineering Technical Writer Jobs in Wisconsin

GMP Technical Writer

Madison, WI · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

GMP Technical Writer Contract: 6+ months with strong potential for contract-to-hire Location ... This position requires the ability to gather complex technical information from engineers and ...

WI · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

The Technical Writer will develop, maintain, and manage comprehensive technical documentation ... Working closely with software engineers, architects, database administrators, DevSecOps engineers ...

Required : • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, English, Technical Writing, or related field. • At least 3 years of related work experience. • Knowledge of CAD software like SolidWorks ...

Researching available engineering information such as drawings, design reports, equipment and test specifications * Analyzing available technical literature; writing descriptive copy and verifying ...

Technical Writer

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

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 ...

Technical Writer

Manitowoc, WI · On-site

$61K - $113K/yr

We have an opportunity for a Technical Writer to join our Manitowoc, WI team. You will support the ... Interpret engineering data for use by non-technical users and technical maintenance and repair ...

Technical Writer

Manitowoc, WI · On-site

$61K - $113K/yr

We have an opportunity for a Technical Writer to join our Manitowoc, WI team. You will support the ... Interpret engineering data for use by non-technical users and technical maintenance and repair ...

Technical Writer

Manitowoc, WI · On-site

$61K - $113K/yr

We have an opportunity for a Technical Writer to join our Manitowoc, WI team. You will support the ... Interpret engineering data for use by non-technical users and technical maintenance and repair ...

We have an opportunity for a Technical Writer to join our Manitowoc, WI team. You will support the ... Interpret engineering data for use by non-technical users and technical maintenance and repair ...

Technical Writer

Manitowoc, WI · On-site

$61.20 - $113.60/hr

We have an opportunity for a Technical Writer to join our Manitowoc, WI team. You will support the ... You will also collaborate with teams, engineers, product managers, and subject matter experts to ...

Write and edit procedural documentation such as user guides and one page lessons. * Revise ... Gather feedback from customers, engineers, manufacturing, and field service to improve technical ...

Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Communications, Education, Instructional Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Science, or a related field preferred. * Minimum three (3) years of experience in ...

Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Communications, Education, Instructional Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Science, or a related field preferred. * Minimum three (3) years of experience in ...

Write and edit procedural documentation such as user guides and one page lessons. * Revise ... Gather feedback from customers, engineers, manufacturing, and field service to improve technical ...

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related * Excellent writing skills with an eye for detail. * 3+ years' experience drafting and editing technical documentation. * Demonstrated ...

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GMP Technical Writer

Madison, WI · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

Partner with Automation, Utilities, and Facilities engineers to gather technical information and translate engineering concepts into clear, GMP-compliant documentation. * Support Deviation ...

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What is the difference between Permanent Engineering Technical Writer vs Contract Engineering Technical Writer?

AspectPermanent Engineering Technical WriterContract Engineering Technical Writer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering, technical communication, or related field; certifications like Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC)Similar credentials as permanent roles; often requires proven technical writing experience and relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentFull-time, in-house or remote, with ongoing projects and team collaborationTemporary or project-based, often remote, with variable project durations
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by manufacturing, aerospace, software, and engineering firms for long-term documentation needsCommon in consulting firms, agencies, or companies needing short-term technical documentation support

Both roles require strong technical writing skills and engineering knowledge, but permanent engineering technical writers typically work full-time within a company, focusing on long-term documentation, while contract writers are hired for specific projects or periods, offering flexibility and specialized expertise.

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GMP Technical Writer

ASI Systems Engineering

Madison, WI • On-site

$50 - $70/hr

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Posted 7 days ago


Job description


GMP Technical Writer
Contract: 6+ months with strong potential for contract-to-hire
Location: Greater Madison Area, WI - Onsite
Automated Systems, Inc. (ASI) is seeking an experienced GMP Technical Writer to support documentation and quality system activities at a pharmaceutical manufacturing site in the Greater Madison Area. This role will support backlog closure across Deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls, SOPs, and engineering documentation, working closely with Automation, Utilities, and Facilities engineering teams.
The ideal candidate will combine strong technical writing skills with pharmaceutical GMP experience and a solid understanding of quality systems and document control. This position requires the ability to gather complex technical information from engineers and translate it into clear, accurate, compliant, and audit-ready documentation.
Key Responsibilities
  • Author, revise, and finalize GMP documentation,including Deviation reports, CAPAs, Change Controls, engineering workorders, SOPs, and Work Instructions.
  • Partner with Automation, Utilities, and Facilitiesengineers to gather technical information and translate engineeringconcepts into clear, GMP-compliant documentation.
  • Support Deviation investigations, root causedocumentation, corrective and preventive actions, and Change Controlpackages, including classification and rationale.
  • Manage document workflows through VeevaQualityDocs, MasterControl, or comparable electronic quality managementsystems, including review, approval, and effective-date processes.
  • Author and edit SOPs, Work Instructions,engineering procedures, and related controlled documents in accordancewith site and global quality requirements.
  • Maintain documentation trackers using Smartsheet,Excel, or similar tools to monitor open items, approval queues,dependencies, and closure timelines.
  • Coordinate document interdependencies acrossengineering and quality functions to prevent routing delays and supporttimely closure of documentation backlogs.
  • Ensure documentation meets cGMP, data integrity,document control, version control, and audit-readiness requirements.
  • Apply strong attention to detail and criticalthinking when reviewing technical content for accuracy, completeness,consistency, and compliance.

Requirements
Required Qualifications & Experience
  • 4+ years of GMP technical writing experiencewithin pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other regulatedmanufacturing environments.
  • Demonstrated experience authoring Deviations,CAPAs, Change Controls, SOPs, Work Instructions, and other GMP-controlleddocumentation.
  • Experience supporting Deviation investigations andCAPA processes, including documenting root causes, corrective actions, andpreventive actions.
  • Strong understanding of cGMP documentationpractices, data integrity, document control, version control, andreview/approval workflows.
  • Experience with electronic quality management ordocument management systems such as Veeva QualityDocs, MasterControl,TrackWise, or equivalent platforms.
  • Experience using Smartsheet, Microsoft Excel, andMicrosoft Office for documentation tracking and project coordination.
  • Relevant experience supporting engineeringorganizations, particularly Automation, Utilities, Facilities,Manufacturing, or related technical functions.
  • Strong technical writing and editing skills, withthe ability to translate complex technical information into clear,concise, compliant, and audit-ready documentation.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization,critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with engineers,Quality, Operations, and other cross-functional stakeholders in afast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such asTechnical Writing, Engineering, Science, Business, Computer Science, or arelated field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications
  • 2+ years of pharmaceutical industry experiencein a GMP-regulated environment.
  • Experience authoring or maintaining electronicbatch record recipes.
  • Familiarity with systems such as ComplianceWire,JD Edwards, Unicorn, or similar pharmaceutical quality/manufacturingplatforms.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing and laboratoryoperations and the ability to quickly learn new processes, systems, andtechnologies.
  • Experience supporting quality system backlogreduction, documentation remediation, or continuous improvementinitiatives.