Cooling Technical Writer

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.

Technical Writers shall ensure deliverables meet specific technical standards after obtaining a deep understanding of SE cooling products and their operation.

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

• Bachelor in a technical field (i.e. Mechanical Engineering); Bachelor or Master's degree in English, Communication (English), Specialized Translation or Professional Writing (English) or Engineering degree with English level at least B2
• Experience with content management systems such as Windchill PLM, PTC Arbortext Editor
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator
• 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
• 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
• Ability to quickly learn and understand complex topics and software processes
• Ability to manage time while coordinating tasks and keeping track of simultaneous projects and files to ensure on-time delivery
• 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

• Ability to work well in a dynamic but complex and engaging environment with many stakeholders
• High organizational and teamworking skills with a flexible approach to requirements
• Ability to work with multicultural teams
• Be passionate about delivering high quality and customer-centric documentation
• Highly motivated to work with multiple software technologies
• Problem solving and proactive attitude

• Permanent contract;
• Flexibility at work;
• Exciting work in an international company, with opportunities to lead and contribute to various collaborative projects with cross-regional teams;
• Special training tailored to your needs and career goals;
• Opportunities for growth based on clear development paths;
• An environment where employees have equal opportunities to reach their full potential, depending on personal performance and aspirations;
• Global Family Leave programme;
• Ticket restaurant or canteen meals;
• Share ownership plans;
• Welfare programmes that can be extended to your family;