Technical Writer 3

Lam Research•Fremont, CA

9d•$72,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lam Research is a leading global manufacturer of capital equipment used in making leading-edge-semiconductors across the world. We primarily compete in four specific areas: deposition, etch, photoresist strip, and single wafer clean. There is currently an opening for the role of Senior Technical Writer within CSBG in the Knowledge Management / Technical Publications organization. The technical writer in this position is responsible for creating and editing technical procedures and manuals for Lam internal and external customers. This regular full-time position will be based in Fremont, California, and the writer will be working closely with engineers, core writing staff, and cross-functional teams across global regions of Lam Research.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in one of the following fields of study: Technical Writing, English, Communications, or Journalism. Note: A different degree (for example, an Engineering degree) is acceptable but excellent writing skills are required.
Minimum of 5 years of professional technical writing experience
Strong English language skills (This is a MUST have.)
Work experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent editing and writing skills
Strong attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work well in a team environment
Good communication skills
Openness to constructive feedback

Nice To Haves

DITA XML
Content Management System (CMS)
Adobe Acrobat
SnagIt or equivalent software tool
SharePoint
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator

Responsibilities

Create and thoroughly edit technical procedures and manuals for internal and external customers
Collaborate with engineers and core writing staff to finalize procedures using Microsoft Word
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery of technical content
Create product manuals in the Content Management System (CMS)
Obtain information from engineering sources, edit the information for accuracy and completeness, and incorporate it into procedures
Attend and contribute to content team meetings, and provide status and plan for future deliverables