Hiring: Technical Writer (Hardware) – Contract | Wilmslow
We're looking for a mid-level Technical Writer with hardware experience to join a global technology environment on a contract basis.
Location: Wilmslow
Contract Role
Rate: Open to discuss
If you have solid experience writing technical documentation for hardware or technology products and enjoy working closely with engineering and product teams, this could be a great fit.
What You'll Be Doing
Independently create clear, accurate, and concise technical documentation in electronic formats for a global audience
Work with SMEs and project stakeholders to gather and validate technical information
Convert complex technical input into audience-friendly content
Plan and manage documentation deliverables to meet project timelines
Follow structured content development processes and tool guidelines
Collaborate with Engineering, Informatics, Project Management, Product Marketing, and Service teams
Adapt to new authoring tools and processes
Identify and raise potential project risks proactively
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree
Strong technical writing experience, ideally within a technology or hardware-focused environment
Strong documentation usability knowledge
Experience with structured authoring and information modelling (DITA, XML)
Experience working with content management systems
Familiarity with HTML and XML formats
Experience with JIRA or similar tracking tools
Understanding of localization processes
Experience working with style guides (e.g., Chicago Manual of Style)
Exposure to agile development environments and recurring release cycles
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to quickly learn new technologies and product domains