Technical Writer Jobs in Massachusetts
Technical Writer jobs in Massachusetts are in steady demand, concentrated in the state's life sciences, defense technology, medical devices, and enterprise software sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level associate writer through senior staff and principal roles. Boston, Cambridge, and the Route 128 corridor account for the largest share of hiring, where employers like Raytheon Technologies, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and MathWorks maintain substantial technical writing teams. API documentation, regulatory and compliance writing for FDA-regulated products, and software user documentation are the most consistently sought specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The primary role of this individual is to produce compliant high-quality documentation. This role encompasses the support and coordination of writing, editing, and/or processing compliant documents and procedures in Manufacturing. The core competencies that are essential to success are attention to detail and organization. Critical thinking, with a solid understanding of quality implications, is necessary in managing document writing efficiently and compliantly. Communication is needed to maintain visibility of the documents and progress of the product/project.
This is a role well suited to an ambitious professional, looking for the next step in their career. As a Manufacturing Technical Writer II
This role will be responsible for:
Write, edit, and/or process compliant Quality System documents and procedures including manufacturing work instructions, manufacturing forms, guidance procedures, and risk files.
Create and/or edit flow charts, diagrams, and other visual aids.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Technical organizations to learn about specific products or processes to write and/or edit documents and/or procedures.
Support documentation needs for manufacturing related projects e.g., process scale ups.
Gather and apply feedback to improve documents and/or procedures.
Communicate status and meet project timelines and deadlines.
Provide training support for the document change process.
Required Education, Skills & Experience:
Strong verbal and written communication skills, organization
3-5 years of technical writing experience
A high level of attention to detail
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently to create track, and report on plans/projects to complete multiple documents and/or projects in a timely manner
Ability to present complex data in clear, concise text
Ability to meet deadlines and work independently
Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Experience:
A background in SAP is a plus.
Writes and edits technical documentation for products, processes and/or projects (user manuals, job aids, technical instructions/bulletins etc.).
Researches technical and engineering information, including drawings, design and test specifications, product prototypes, and interviews with subject matter experts.
Completes all phases of document development cycle, including project scope and requirements, documentation design, etc.
Impacts: Needs professional technological, economical or scientific know how, methods, tools and principles, and applies to differing and variable situations. Needs to solve assigned, non-routine tasks, to contribute to projects or assignments, or to support development of guidelines, methods, tools or business processes.
Key Responsibilities: "Experienced Professional"
These positions are expected to contribute to and deliver business processes or detailed technology solutions, in a self-managed and target oriented manner, and thus contributes to team results. Positions focusing on analyzing, developing, testing or implementing processes, technologies and systems in their specific field of expertise, from first principles. Targets are short to medium term (best to be characterized as milestones), and achievements are monitored. They may provide functional advice to and integrate services of operational staff or semi-professional colleagues.
Knowledge: Good knowledge in a technical field or business method including the basic theoretical background. Develops basic business understanding. Contributes to team effort, awareness of expected value add. May improve processes, business methods or technical components.
Notes:
8am - 4:30pm
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in technical writer jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in English, technical communication, or a related technical field
- Portfolio demonstrating published technical documentation, user guides, or API references
- Proficiency with documentation tools such as MadCap Flare, Confluence, or Adobe FrameMaker
- Experience writing for regulated industries such as life sciences, medical devices, or defense
- Ability to translate complex engineering or software concepts into clear end-user content
- Familiarity with docs-as-code workflows, version control systems, and XML or DITA standards
Technical Writer Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a technical writer in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license to work as a technical writer. Most employers hire candidates with a bachelor's degree in technical communication, English, or a related field, combined with a portfolio of writing samples. The Society for Technical Communication offers the Certified Professional Technical Communicator credential, which Massachusetts employers in life sciences and defense recognize as a meaningful differentiator. Candidates without a technical degree often transition from roles in engineering, science writing, or instructional design.
How much do technical writers make in Massachusetts?
Technical writers in Massachusetts earn a median of about $109,200 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,120 for the lowest 10% to over $165,060 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire technical writers in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring technical writers in Massachusetts right now include Anduril, Teradyne, and MathWorks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of biotech, medical device, and defense contractors means many of these employers specifically need writers experienced with FDA documentation standards or government contract deliverables.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most technical writer jobs?
The Massachusetts cities with the most technical writer openings are Boston, Natick, and Quincy. Boston and Cambridge dominate because of the dense concentration of biotech firms, hospitals, and enterprise software companies headquartered there, while suburban Route 128 corridor cities draw demand from defense primes and medical device manufacturers that maintain large engineering campuses outside the urban core.
Are there remote technical writer jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than most fields. Technical writing is largely document-based work that transfers well to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 88% of technical writer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly the role has shifted toward distributed teams. API documentation and software documentation roles tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions involving classified defense programs or hands-on lab documentation typically require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a technical writer in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is building a portfolio through open-source documentation contributions or volunteer projects, then targeting associate technical writer or documentation specialist postings at Massachusetts's large life sciences and software employers. Companies like MathWorks and major Boston-area hospital systems occasionally hire recent graduates from programs like the University of Massachusetts Lowell's professional writing track. Moving laterally from a quality assurance, scientific writing, or training coordinator role is another common path, and earning the Society for Technical Communication's entry-level credential strengthens applications significantly.
Where can I find and apply to technical writer jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to technical writer jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across industries including life sciences, defense, software, and healthcare. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to each one.
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