Details
Company:
ATS Reliance
Position Title:
Seeking a Technical Writer with Illustration experience for an exciting permanent opportunity in London
Position Type:
Full-time / Permanent
Location:
London
Date Posted:
Nov 19 2008
Requirements
Experience:
2 Years
Education:
See description
Our client in London is currently seeking an intermediate level Technical Writer / Coordinator with 2 to 5 years of experience in technical publications to join their existing team on a permanent basis.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of new and existing end-user documentation (such as Operation and Maintenance manuals) for their products and will hold a Post-secondary degree in Technical Communication, Engineering or a related field. 2+ years experience in Technical Publication/Technical Communication is required, the demonstrated ability and preference to contribute to the overall success of a team as well as the demonstrated drive and delivery of continuous improvement to processes. Strong written and verbal communications are a must.
Job Requirements
- Utilize desktop publishing skills (technical writing and illustration creation) to convert complex, technical information into easy to use, high quality product documentation with a focus on the needs of the end-user
- Experience with desktop publishing tools such as Adobe In-Design, Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Distiller and MS Office tools
- Ability to project manage the work of technical writers and illustrators in other regions of the world
- Knowledge of documentation standards and the ability to contribute to the clients’ operating procedures, guidelines and templates for producing and maintaining documentation
- Strong technical comprehension and experience would be an asset in understanding the products that require documentation and the various technical terminologies
- Experience with structured writing (XML, DITA) an asset
- Assignments may include a small amount of domestic or foreign travel
If you have the necessary qualifications to excel in this position, please forward your resume and availability to horsup@atsrecruitment.com
While we at ATS Reliance appreciate all applicants who apply, only those selected for a preliminary interview will be contacted.