Technical Writer Jobs in North Carolina
Technical Writer jobs in North Carolina are in steady demand, with openings concentrated in technology, defense and aerospace, pharmaceutical and life sciences, and financial services, covering experience levels from entry-level associate writers through senior and lead roles. The highest volume of hiring is in the Research Triangle area, Charlotte, and the Raleigh-Durham corridor, where employers like IBM, SAS Institute, Lenovo, and Red Hat maintain significant operations and consistently recruit technical communicators. The most sought-after specialties in North Carolina are API and developer documentation, regulated medical device content, and software user guides for enterprise platforms. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Catalent’s Greenville, North Carolina site is a major oral solid dose development and manufacturing campus, delivering end‑to‑end, turnkey solutions from formulation development through commercial manufacturing and packaging. The site specializes in oral solid dosage forms, supported by integrated formulation expertise, comprehensive analytical services, and scalable manufacturing capabilities designed to support both commercial products and potent or targeted therapies, including orphan drugs. Backed by more than $100 million in recent investments, the Greenville operation features fit‑for‑scale infrastructure, potent handling capabilities, and a strong regulatory track record, making it a critical part of Catalent’s global network for advancing complex oral drug programs from development to market.
Position Summary
We have an opportunity for a Technical Writer. This position is responsible for collecting, organizing, formatting and authoring documents. This role will make inputs into the site inventory management system for Manufacturing activities.
Shift: Monday- Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Location: Greenville, NC
100% Onsite
The Role
- Work with Subject Matter Expert (SME) to gather the information needed to create new documents or updates of existing documents (i.e. Master Batch Records and protocols) and coordinate associated change control documents
- Review documents with SME and Operations personnel to ensure they are accurate, executable and the formatting is consistent and harmonized
- Ensure the documentation database is accurate, and inputs conform to company standards
- Ensure and assist in making inputs to the Manufacturing Resource Planning in preparation for manufacturing events
- Responsible to close out help desk tickets regarding document corrections and updates
- Provide requested information during client and FDA audits
- Participate and contribute to the activities of the cross functional project development teams
- Participate and contribute to the continued implementation of electronic document software system
- Coordinate document approval across the organization
- Provide lean and agile response to changing priorities in service of multiple business units for both packaging and manufacturing activities
- Other duties as assigned
The Candidate
Minimum Requirements
- Requires Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field with at least 1 year of relevant experience; OR
- Requires Associate degree in a STEM-related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience; OR
- Requires High school diploma or equivalent with at least 3 years of relevant industry experience
- Ability to administer quality system programs and resources
- Familiar with GMP documentation requirements
- Proficient with computer systems such as Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Adobe Professional and database management software
- Effective presentation/communication skills, project/resource management skills
- Position requires the ability to occasionally lift 40 lbs unassisted, and occasionally push and pull a maximum of 100 lbs
- Majority of workday is performed while sitting, standing, and walking
- Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
- Ability to climb, bend, stoop, twist, and have full range of motion in upper and lower extremities
- Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, gases, skin and respiratory irritants, moving machinery parts, and damp, humid and wet environments
Preferred Skill and Background
- Strongly prefer at least one year of technical writing experience
Why You Should Join Catalent
- Positive and fast-paced working environment focusing on continual improvement and innovation.
- Competitive Paid Time Off plus 8 paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
- Tuition Reimbursement to help you finish your degree or earn a new one.
- Engaging site-based activities such as Music Bingo, Puppy Supply Donation Program, and seasonal events.
- Employee Resource Groups promoting Diversity and Inclusion.
- Green initiatives and community engagement programs including highway clean-up.
- Defined career path with annual performance reviews and growth opportunities.
- WellHub program promoting physical and mental wellness, including onsite fitness center.
- Exclusive discounts through Perkspot from over 900 merchants.
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
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What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in technical writer jobs across North Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in technical communication, English, computer science, or a related field
- Proven ability to write clear documentation for software products or technical systems
- Experience with documentation tools such as MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker, or Confluence
- Familiarity with software development workflows, including Agile or Scrum environments
- Portfolio of published technical writing samples demonstrating structure and clarity
- Strong ability to collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and product managers
Technical Writer Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a technical writer in North Carolina?
Technical writing in North Carolina requires no state-issued license or exam, so the path runs through education and a strong portfolio. Most North Carolina employers prefer a bachelor's degree in technical communication, English, computer science, or a related discipline. Graduates from programs at North Carolina State University, UNC Chapel Hill, or Appalachian State University regularly enter the field. Building a portfolio of sample documents, user guides, or API references before applying significantly improves hiring outcomes.
How much do technical writers make in North Carolina?
Technical writers in North Carolina earn a median of about $86,320 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $53,790 for the lowest 10% to over $139,950 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire technical writers in North Carolina?
Employers hiring technical writers in North Carolina right now include Infojini, ALTEN, and nVent, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. North Carolina's concentration of technology firms in the Research Triangle and life sciences companies in the greater Durham and Morrisville areas means demand is especially consistent in those corridors.
Which North Carolina cities have the most technical writer jobs?
Raleigh, Durham, and Charlotte have the most technical writer openings in North Carolina. The Research Triangle concentration of technology, software, and pharmaceutical companies drives the bulk of demand in Raleigh and Durham, while Charlotte's large financial services and healthcare sectors generate consistent openings, and smaller markets like Cary and Morrisville appear on the list because of the high density of enterprise software and life sciences employers headquartered there.
Are there remote technical writer jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, and more than most fields. Technical writing is a desk-based, document-focused role that translates well to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 33% of technical writer openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed the role's workflows are. Documentation work tied to cloud software products and developer platforms tends to be the most consistently remote.
How can I get hired as a technical writer in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or co-op paired with a self-built documentation portfolio. North Carolina State University, UNC Chapel Hill, and Wake Technical Community College all have industry connections that feed candidates into Research Triangle technology and life sciences employers. Entry roles like junior technical writer, documentation specialist, or content associate are common at companies like SAS Institute and IBM. A portfolio with at least two writing samples showing clear structure, a style guide, or an API reference gives candidates a meaningful edge over applicants with coursework alone.
Where can I find and apply to technical writer jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to technical writer jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location preferences, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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