We are seeking a skilled Technical Author with significant experience in Arbortext Editor and XML authoring for a contract position. The successful candidate will be tasked with creating and maintaining structured technical documentation, ensuring clarity, consistency, and usability across all materials.

The Role

You will be responsible for producing, editing, and managing technical documentation while collaborating closely with engineering, product, and QA teams to gather necessary technical inputs. Your role will also involve ensuring compliance with internal standards and industry best practices, as well as supporting publishing workflows and documentation lifecycle processes.

Responsibilities

• Author, edit, and maintain technical documentation using Arbortext Editor
• Work extensively with XML-based content and structured authoring methodologies
• Develop and manage reusable documentation components
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and QA teams to gather technical inputs
• Ensure documentation complies with internal standards and industry best practices
• Support publishing workflows and documentation lifecycle processes
• Simplify complex technical information into clear, user-friendly content
• Maintain version control and updates for documentation deliverables

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Technical Author / Technical Writer
• Strong hands-on experience with Arbortext Editor
• Solid knowledge of XML editing and structured documentation
• Familiarity with DITA or similar structured documentation frameworks
• Ability to understand technical systems and translate them into documentation
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with CCMS (Component Content Management Systems)
• Knowledge of publishing tools and workflows
• Basic understanding of development or scripting (XSLT, Java, etc.)
• Experience with version control tools (e.g., Git)

This role is a contract position, and please note that no VISA or work permit will be sponsored. If you are an experienced Technical Author looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.