Technical Writer - Contract

Victaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners, and contractors. Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise across a wide range of industries.

About the role

We're looking for a Technical Writer to join our Technical Publications team in Easton, Pennsylvania on an approximately 12-month contract. In this role, you'll coordinate the development and accuracy of new and revised engineering lab test procedures, work instructions, and other department documentation. You'll work closely with the engineering lab and product development teams to keep technical publications clear, compliant, and up to date. This is an opportunity to shape how Victaulic communicates safety and technical information across a global engineering organization.

Reports to: Manager, Engineering Lab

Responsibilities

• Interface with the engineering lab and product development teams to plan and develop engineering lab test procedures and work instructions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all publications.
• Apply safety messaging standards under ANSI Z535 to keep documentation compliant and clear.
• Work within the Victaulic Global Data Portal (GDP) System to track and secure approvals for engineering lab test procedures and work instructions.
• Use the Change Control Document (CCD) System to communicate revisions to engineering lab test procedures and work instructions.
• Plan and conduct photo shoots to source high-quality images for engineering lab test procedures and work instructions.
• Assist in creating and maintaining other engineering lab department manuals and procedures as needed.
• Track priorities and project hours through project management software such as LiquidPlanner.
• Exemplify Victaulic leadership values and actively promote them across the organization.

Requirements

• College degree in English (professional or technical writing concentration), Communications, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of technical writing experience, preferably with exposure to documentation for manufacturing or laboratory environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft products.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels and across all regions.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple short- and long-term projects to meet critical deadlines.
• Willingness to work in an environment requiring personal protective equipment (PPE), such as safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Skills

• Skills in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and/or Acrobat.
• Enthusiasm for learning about Victaulic products.

Victaulic does not provide immigration sponsorship for this position. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer-sponsored immigration support now or in the future.