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Wood Plc

Technical Writer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

... remote work from another Wood Texas office or at home will also be considered. Key components of ... Typically, this requires development of Operating Manuals, Procedures, and Specifications

Vitu, Inc.

Technical Writer I (Remote)

$64K - $86K/yr

Technical Writer I (Remote in US) As the leading innovator in Vehicle-to-Government (V2Gov) technology, Vitu is transforming the way vehicles, businesses, government, and drivers interact with one ...

Wood Plc

Technical Writer

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

... remote work from another Wood Texas office or at home will also be considered. Key components of ... Typically, this requires development of Operating Manuals, Procedures, and Specifications

SAIC

Technical Writer

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

Technical Writer/Ed Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 25% of the time Minimum ... None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_HYBRID Description SAIC is a trusted leader in delivering ...

Noblesoft Technologies

Technical Writer

Secaucus, NJ · Remote

Job Role - Technical Writer Location - Secaucus, NJ(Remote) Qualifications: Education Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Communication or equivalent. Work Experience: 3+ years of ...

SAIC

Technical Writer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site +1

$120K - $160K/yr

Technical Writer/Ed Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 25% of the time Minimum ... None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_HYBRID Description SAIC is a trusted leader in delivering ...

Wing Assistant

Content Writer (US)

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

Content Writer (Remote) Wing is on the exciting mission of redefining the future of work for ... Technical Requirements: • USB Headset with Noise Cancellation feature • Working Webcam • ...

Telos Corporation

Technical Writer Lead - C

Ashburn, VA · Remote

This position will be based at Ashburn/Remote Responsibilities: Create, manage, and release various ... Manuals, Technical Orders, and Time Compliance Technical Orders. Ability to translate engineer ...

Lorven Technologies

Technical Writer

Denver, CO · On-site +1

Job Title: Technical Writer Location: Denver, CO - Remote Duration: 1 Months Contract QUALIFICATIONS: Microsoft Excel 2010/2013 Duties and Responsibilities: This person would be transcribing past ...

Noblesoft Technologies

Technical Writer

Jackson, MS · Remote

Advance Technical Writer Location: Jackson, MS 39211 - Remote Duration: 2 year with possible extensions Required Skills: * Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field

InstantServe LLC

Technical Writer

Remote Position Overview The State Court Administrator's Office (Court Services Division) is seeking a Technical Writer/Data Specialist for a short-term, one-month project . Important: This ...

SAS

Technical Writer

Cary, NC · On-site +1

Technical Writer- Hybrid in Cary, North Carolina or Remote in NC We're a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into ...

New

ASM Research

Technical Writer

The Technical Writer develops, edits, and maintains clear, accurate, and user-focused technical ... manuals, knowledge articles, training materials, and online help. * Use documentation and ...

Firecrawl

Technical Writer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$160K - $200K/yr

San Francisco, CA or Remote (Americas, UTC-3 to UTC-10) Job Type: Full-Time Experience: 4+ years writing for a technical or developer-facing product Visa: US Citizenship/Visa required About Firecrawl ...

We Vote

Technical Writer - Talent Acquisition Team

Remote within the US About Us WeVote is a nonpartisan get-out-the-vote nonprofit startup and a ... Solid documentation and manuals help us to onboard our team effectively. We are looking for a ...

Telos Corporation

Tech Writer Lead - C

Ashburn, VA · Remote

This position will be based at Remote/Ashburn 20% Travel. Responsibilities: Create, manage, and ... Spec Technical Manuals, Technical Orders, and Time Compliance Technical Orders. Ability to ...

BCM One, Inc.

Technical Writer

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site +1

This is a hybrid or remote optional position with the ability to be based out of one of the ... years of experience writing documentation in a technical, operational, SaaS, or regulated ...

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How much do technical manual writer remote jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for technical manual writer remote 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 are the typical collaboration processes for a remote Technical Manual Writer with subject matter experts and other team members?

As a remote Technical Manual Writer, you will frequently collaborate with engineers, product managers, and quality assurance teams to gather accurate information and clarify technical details. Communication is primarily conducted through virtual meetings, email, and collaborative documentation platforms such as Confluence or Google Docs. Success in this role often depends on your ability to proactively schedule interviews, ask clear questions, and maintain organized documentation, as well as your responsiveness to feedback from both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong interpersonal skills and a structured approach to remote teamwork are essential for producing clear and precise manuals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Technical Manual Writer (Remote), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Technical Manual Writer (Remote), you need strong writing, editing, and research skills, typically supported by a background in technical communication or a related field. Familiarity with documentation tools such as Adobe FrameMaker, Microsoft Word, or MadCap Flare, and experience with content management systems are common requirements. Exceptional attention to detail, the ability to communicate complex information simply, and self-motivation are vital soft skills for this role. These skills ensure the creation of clear, accurate, and user-friendly manuals that support end users and meet organizational standards, especially when collaborating remotely.

What are Technical Manual Writers?

Technical Manual Writers are professionals who create clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation to explain the operation, maintenance, or repair of products and systems. They often collaborate with engineers, product developers, and subject matter experts to gather information and translate complex technical details into easily understandable manuals, guides, and instructions. Working remotely, they utilize digital tools to write, edit, and format documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Their work is crucial for helping end-users and technicians understand and safely use technical products.
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Technical Writer

Technical Writer

Wood Plc

Austin, TX • On-site, Remote

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Overview / Responsibilities

Wood Environment & Infrastructure has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technical Writer/Editor in Texas to support development of CMT specifications and documents for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). This full-time position is preferred to be located near the TxDOT offices in Austin, Texas, but remote work from another Wood Texas office or at home will also be considered. Key components of this position include:

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop technical deliverables (documentation) to ensure compliance with project requirements - based on templates agreed and approved by Client. Typically, this requires development of Operating Manuals, Procedures, and Specifications
  • Communicate projected technical issues, constraints, and/or any potential shortfalls
  • Highlight issues related to document development, production and technical compliance as needed
  • Liaise with Client and all associated third parties in relation to project work scopes
  • Attend Client technical meetings as and when required
  • Provide comprehensive and timely progress reports regarding status of deliverables
  • Ensure all work is implemented in accordance with Wood and State (Quality) Management System - use and maintain discipline check-sheets for all development effort
  • Maintain own work plan and allocation of priorities while collaborating with rest of the team
  • Proactive communication with Operations Team lead and Project Manager all project issues
Skills / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Experienced level, typically 5-10 years of experience in the CMT field with specific experience associated with developing engineering specifications/documents associated with CMT projects
  • Texas PE
  • Demonstrates a thorough working knowledge of technology, applications, terminology, and procedures required of job functio
  • Significant knowledge of CMT equipment, process, procedures and TxDOT specifications used for various CMT testing and inspection techniques
  • Working familiarity with MS Office applications and ability to manipulate PDF's and convert from excel to PD
  • Ability to learn in house document control systems, strong experience with document control processes, procedures and system
  • Ability to work remotely and independently with minimal guidance and supervisio
  • Personnel must have the required knowledge of SiteManage
  • Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Projec
  • Must be able to pass drug screen and background check.
Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in the delivery of project, engineering and technical services to energy and industrial markets. We operate in more than 60 countries, employing around 55,000 people, with revenues of around $10 billion.  We provide performance driven solutions throughout the asset life cycle, from concept to decommissioning across a broad range of industrial markets including the upstream, midstream and downstream oil & gas, power & process, environment and infrastructure, clean energy, mining, nuclear and general industrial sectors. We strive to be the best technical services company to work with, work for and invest in. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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