Technical Writer

Automation & Engineering Documentation 2 Days Onsite / 3 Days Remote | St. Louis, MO

Are you a Technical Writer with a knack for turning complex engineering information into organized, user-friendly documentation? Do you have some exposure to electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, controls, or industrial equipment?

We are seeking a Technical Writer to support a growing Automation Engineering team. This is an outstanding opportunity to work directly with experienced engineers, gain exposure to innovative automation projects, and play a critical role in keeping engineering documentation accurate and organized.

Hybrid Work Environment – Enjoy a flexible schedule with only 2 days onsite and 3 days remote each week.

Work Directly with Engineers –Collaborate closely with Automation Engineers and gain hands-on exposure to exciting industrial automation projects.

Technical, Not Marketing Writing – Focus on engineering documentation, project records, work orders, schematics, and technical project support.

Opportunity for Long-Term Growth – Make an immediate impact within a growing automation group where strong performers can create future opportunities for themselves.

• Partner with engineers to document automation and controls projects.
• Capture critical technical information throughout project execution.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, work orders, and project records.
• Organize technical data to support engineering, production, and service teams.
• Review electrical schematics, wiring documentation, and project information for accuracy.
• Follow projects from start to finish while ensuring documentation remains complete and organized.
• Support documentation related to customer inquiries, project updates, and production activities.

• Experience in Technical Writing, Engineering Documentation, or similar technical support roles.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical information.
• Basic familiarity with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, controls, or control panels.
• Strong written communication and organizational skills.
• Experience working with engineers, technicians, manufacturing teams, or industrial environments is highly preferred.
• Former Electrical Technicians, Controls Technicians, Engineering Coordinators, and Technical Writers are encouraged to apply.

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $43.00/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)

This is a hybrid position in Saint Louis,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

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