Technical Author Job at Akkodis, Erie, PA

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  • Akkodis
  • Erie, PA

Job Description

Akkodis is looking for a Technical Author in Erie, PA . Please review the details below:

We are seeking a highly technical and self-motivated Technical Author to support the development of service and operational manuals for Off-Highway Vehicles. This individual will work directly with engineering teams to gather, review, and interpret complex technical data and transform it into user-friendly service information such as Repair Manuals and Operation Guides. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, high technical aptitude, and the ability to evaluate and extract relevant service-related information from engineering documents.

Pay Range: $35-$45/hour ; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Type: 7+months contract

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work independently with engineering teams to collect and interpret engineering documents and specifications.
  • Evaluate technical documents such as CAD drawings, wiring diagrams, and harness prints to extract relevant service information.
  • Provide technical insights and support to other authors to ensure the accuracy and completeness of manuals.
  • Create or contribute to the development of service manuals, repair guides, and operation manuals for Off-Highway Vehicles.
  • Ensure documentation adheres to quality and style standards.
  • Communicate effectively with engineers and internal stakeholders to clarify and validate technical content.
  • Organize and prioritize documentation tasks based on project timelines and resource availability.

Required Qualifications:

  • Strong technical aptitude in mechanical or electrical systems—preferably within locomotive, mining, off-highway, or automotive industries.
  • Proven experience in technical authoring with an emphasis on service and operational documentation.
  • Ability to read and interpret:
  • CAD drawings
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Harness prints
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Adobe FrameMaker or similar authoring tools.
  • Familiarity with industry standards for technical documentation.
  • Experience working with mining vehicles or other heavy-duty industrial equipment.
  • Exposure to or experience supporting manual development processes for complex systems or machinery.

Work Environment:

  • May involve working on-site or remotely, depending on project needs.
  • Regular interaction with engineering teams via meetings, calls, and document reviews.
  • Occasional travel may be required based on project requirements (if applicable).

For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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