Long-Term Contract Technical Writer / Technical Training Developer

Automotive Technical Training Writer

Long-Term Contract, Anticipated Multi-Year, with Benefits! DRIVE YOUR CAREER FORWARD IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY! Do you have an understanding of automotive technology and how vehicles work? Are you looking for a career in the automotive industry? Join our team to develop cutting-edge e-learning, virtual, and in-person training for automotive technicians. Would you like to work with a creative team that pushes the "norms" of technical training? If you said YES!, keep reading to learn what's in it for you when you make the change to be part of Manpower Engineering.
This hybrid role is based in Auburn Hills, MI, and candidates must live in or be willing to relocate to the area.
About the Role

Hybrid schedule: Typically, 1 day/week onsite. Certain projects may require consecutive days or weeks onsite at the training center.
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Type: Long-term, ongoing contract with potential future perm consideration. Anticipated to last multi-year.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Work with a world-class automotive manufacturer on impactful, technician-focused training
Inclusive, diverse culture and a collaborative, supportive team environment
PTO and generous paid holiday, along with medical, dental, 401K
What You'll Do

Develop automotive technical training curriculum: instructor-led, eLearning, microlearning, job aids, and quick reference guides
Create storyboards, scripts, and multimedia-ready content
Design engaging course components using graphics, audio, and video
Convert complex technical material into clear, compelling learning experiences
Evaluate training effectiveness and apply improvements
Stay current with evolving industry trends, learning tech, and best practices
What You Need to Bring

Ideally someone from a 4-year automotive tech school with some technical writing ability or Instructional Design / Training Development background
Understanding of automotive components and systems
Experience with Articulate 360 and Adobe Creative Suite (preferred)
Ability to write instructional text, scripts, and multimedia-ready content
Ability to work within an LMS (Cornerstone experience a plus)
Knowledge of adult learning principles
Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills
Team-oriented mindset
Ability to travel periodically (approx. 2–3 weeks/year, some will not travel at all)
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win.