Technical Writer

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is looking for a Technical Writer in Finland for its Technical Publication team. The writer develops clear technical procedures and manuals with concise content for customers and service teams, working in an international team of Technical Writers.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, write and edit material for system manuals, operation instructions and similar documents under general supervision.
• Observe production, development and experimental activities to understand operating procedures.
• Interview production and engineering personnel to learn product technologies and production methods, including with engineering, Global Product Support and Applied Global Services.
• Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, part lists, specifications, mock-ups and product samples to define technology, operating procedures and production sequences.
• Ensure technical documentation is reviewed on time, and review published materials, recommending revisions in scope, format, content and reproduction.
• Drive suppliers to deliver documentation on time.

Required profile

• Quick learner, self-starter with strong attention to detail, able to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.
• Able to work in a cross-functional organisation and multitask on several projects.
• Willingness to work with European, USA and Asian teams; about 20% international travel may be required.
• Relocation is not eligible.

Required skills

• DITA XML (Oxygen Editor or similar) and a CMS such as SDL Tridion.
• Illustrator, Photoshop, Inkscape, Adobe Acrobat Pro DC and MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.