Cooling Technical Writer

Description

We are looking for a Technical Writer who will be in charge of creating, updating and publishing technical documentation and manuals shipped with Schneider Electric's cooling products.

The candidate will be part of the R&D Technical Department and will report to the Mechanical Engineers & Technical Writers Manager (based in Italy) who coordinates knowledge transfer and provides specific work assignments.

Job Responsibilities

As Technical Writer, the candidate will be responsible for creating and revising Installation, Operation & Maintenance, Technical Specifications and Service manuals related to a specific project, standard or new customized cooling products.

He/she will manage the complete documentation development process from the collection of inputs, through document creation, to the final publication.

As Technical Writer the candidate will be in charge of:


* gathering all information from different stakeholders (product design leader, project managers, mechanical/electrical designers, software engineers, compliance engineers, etc.)


* writing/editing content in technical English translating complex product information into clear, polished, and accurate content


* creating explanatory 2D graphics using specific design software


* meeting the required deadline and ensuring the timely delivery of manuals


* publishing the approved version of manuals, generating the related PDF version according to internal procedure and uploading them onto specific portals


* support marketing and other departments in creating technical documentations to favor and boost product sales


* attending planning and meetings to coordinate with design leaders and production departments


* managing and approving translations according to internal procedure


* working and coordinating with translators, outsourcing agencies and service providers

Required Qualifications and Experience


* Bachelor or Master's degree in English, Communication (English), Specialized Translation or Professional Writing (English) or Engineering degree with English level at least B2.


* Knowledge or editing/translation experience in one or more technical fields, such as engineering, computer science, or software engineering


* Proficiency in written and verbal communication, with a keen eye for detail


* Proficiency in transforming complex technical information into easily understandable content to produce structured and clear instructions and procedures with excellent readability and usability for various audiences


* Experience with editing or CAT-tools (such as XML-based editing software, Trados Studio)


* Experience in Desktop publishing software and content management systems


* Experience with managing and creating 3D and/or 2D images

Preferred Qualifications


* Bachelor in a technical field (i.e.

Mechanical Engineering)


* Experience with content management systems such as Windchill PLM, PTC Ar...