Technical Writer

Job#: 3020117

Job Description:
Technical Writer (Remote)

Role: Technical Writer

Location: 100% Remote

Duration: 5 Months (Possibility of Extension)

Pay: $32-$35 an hour on w2

Email Julissa at to apply!

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to support a large-scale, fast-paced technical program. The Technical Writer will partner closely with engineering and project teams to create, edit, and publish high-quality documentation. This includes designs, installation guides, configuration instructions, runbooks/playbooks, and other technical artifacts.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, excellent writing/editing skills, and the ability to work within documentation standards while managing a high volume of content under tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and format technical documentation using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and similar tools.
• Review draft content provided by technical teams and align documents with standard templates when available.
• Create new documentation templates as needed to support consistency across the program.
• Apply best practices for grammar, structure, readability, and technical clarity.
• Manage document version control and maintain files in required repositories (e.g., SharePoint).
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to clarify content, gather updates, and ensure technical accuracy.
• Provide updated documents to content owners for review and approval.
• Publish finalized, approved documentation following Project Manager direction and project procedures.
• Support a large enterprise initiative with aggressive timelines and high documentation volume.
• Travel occasionally to the manufacturing site if requested.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Writer supporting IT or engineering teams.
• Working knowledge of Information Technology systems, allowing accurate interpretation of technical draft content.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and diagramming tools such as Visio.
• Experience managing documentation with version control in enterprise repositories.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage with cross-functional teams.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to occasionally travel as needed.
• U.S. Citizenship required (project-specific clearance requirement).

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.