Technical Writer - JBL Resources

Our Client, the pioneer of and global technology leader in robotic-assisted surgery has an opening for a Technical Writer in Sunnyvale, CA. With a commitment to improving healthcare, our Client stands at the forefront, building leading-edge, integrated systems and software to provide education and support that aims to keep hospitals and their staff at the forefront of minimally invasive care. Working at this company will provide you with a strong support system and the opportunity to make impact and grow your career. Want to work for an innovative company that brings about transformative changes in the healthcare system world-wide? This could be the opportunity for you!
Day-to-Day Duties May Include:

• Ensuring that development and delivery of technical documentation is consistent and compliant with support needs and company guidelines.
• Producing accurate, clearly presented, consistent customer product documentation on time for product shipment, and requires no instruction on day-to-day work, general instruction in new assignments.
• Planning, writing, and editing instructions for use (IFU) for medical device systems and instruments, including large system manuals, instrument manuals, and ship-with literature using Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe InDesign, or extensible markup language (XML)
• Collaborating with department team members and with cross-functional team Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to research and develop content for instructions for use and validate content.
• Owning document creation from inception to completion.
• Working to ensure compliance with FDA and regulatory guidelines.
• Working with interaction designers and technical illustrators to develop documentation images, including raster and vector images.
• Conducting validation and verification of technical documentation.
• Completing documentation control steps to release final documentation.
• Serving as lead writer on projects and mentoring other writers.
• Determining best means to solve technical problems.
• Evaluating, recommending, or developing process and productivity aids.
• Bringing regulatory compliance questions/issues to the attention of management.
• Collaborating with project team members to share knowledge and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Professional Writing, English, Biological/Medical/Engineering sciences, or equivalent.
• 8+ years of technical writing experience in a hardware, software, biotechnology, or medical environment, including documentation for a highly technical audience.
• Strong writing and grammar skills in areas of content development and writing style. Analytical ability to swiftly grasp and effectively communicate complex scientific and engineering concepts.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage deliverables for multiple projects under tight deadlines, set priorities, and manage time effectively.
• Understanding of mechanical concepts and complex mechanical devices.
• Expert knowledge of current versions of standard authoring tools, including Adobe FrameMaker or Adobe InDesign and Adobe Acrobat.
• XML, Darwin Information Typing Architecture (DITA), and content management experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, or equivalent desirable.
• Previous experience with medical devices in a regulated environment preferred.

• Understanding of the localization process preferred.
• NO C2C CANDIDATES

Interested Candidates please apply on our website at https://jobs.jblresources.com.
For more information about our services and great opportunities at JBL Resources, please visit our website: https://www.jblresources.com.
JBL Resources is proud to have earned the reputation of being a premier provider of top talent professionals in the fields of engineering, human resources, logistics, operations, and supply chain management. As specialists in both permanent placement and contract services, our mission is to help companies and individuals become all they were created to be.
**JBL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Company