Technical Writer

Matchtech is working with a key client in Toronto to support the recruitment of a Technical Writer to work on high profile railway projects.

Our client, a leading player in the rail industry, is currently seeking a skilled Technical Writer to join the dynamic Rail & Transit team in Toronto on a permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to play a significant part in shaping complex transportation infrastructure projects that move communities forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Write, edit, review, and format technical documents for transportation infrastructure projects, including reports, procedures, standards, specifications, and technical submissions
• Edit documents for clarity, consistency, grammar, and compliance with style and quality standards
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (rail systems, civil, structural, electrical, systems engineering, and project management) to gather and organise technical content
• Translate engineering and technical information into clear, concise, and well-structured documentation for internal use, clients, and stakeholders
• Support document review cycles, revisions, and version control in accordance with project requirements
• Apply established templates, style guides, and document control processes
• Coordinate with project teams to meet schedules, milestones, and deliverable requirements

Job Requirements

• Experience in Technical Writing, Technical Authoring, or a related field
• Degree in Technical Writing, Communications, Journalism, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience; a degree in Engineering or Architecture is beneficial but not required
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with close attention to detail
• Ability to understand technical concepts and work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and document formatting tools
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Benefits

• Permanent position with a leading rail industry firm
• Opportunity to work on award-winning transit and rail solutions
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Collaborative and innovative work environment

If you have the expertise and passion to deliver impactful technical documentation and thrive in a multidisciplinary engineering setting, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's esteemed Rail & Transit team in Toronto.