Snr Technical Writer

ASM International NV Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

41d

About The Position

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what's next, at the forefront of innovation and what's technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.â¯â¯But we're more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential. We are looking for a Technical Writer to join our Global Products Information team, contributing to the management of documentation projects. The ideal candidate will be capable of independently handling multiple assignments, taking the lead on documentation tasks, and ensuring their timely and successful completion. This role requires strong collaboration with internal stakeholders, consistently meeting expectations and deadlines in a well-organized and efficient manner.

Requirements

AS or BS degree in English, Journalism, Communication, or Business.
1-5 years' experience documenting technical equipment and processes within a semiconductor capital equipment environment may be substituted for educational requirement.
5 years' experience writing operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, software user, and repair manuals on complex electro-mechanical equipment.
Proven writing, grammar, communication, and organization skills.
Experience in structural authoring platforms.
Outstanding personal computer skills and expert knowledge of industry-standard word processing, desktop publishing, and graphics applications.

Responsibilities

Compile, organize, and edit content provided by subject matter experts.
Scope, track and manage documentation process to ensure that high-quality documentation is delivered on time and within budget.
Translate complex information into simple, polished, engaging content.
Develop comprehensive documentation that is consistent and accurate.
Use a consistent voice across all documentation.
Evaluate current content and develop innovative methods for improvement.
Collaborate with Program Managers to meet required and established deadlines.
Research and gather information to further develop content.
Consistently multitask on complex projects requiring independent actions.
Provide timely and accurate updates to the reporting manager.