Author, Technical Documentation (m/f/d)

BRP-Rotax; Gunskirchen; On-site; EUR 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BRP-Rotax seeks a skilled Editorial & Information Developer to craft precise technical docs and modular content in a global framework. You will collaborate with After Sales Service and Product Development to shape clear, consistent documentation and ensure high-quality illustrations from CAD data.

Fluency in German and English is mandatory; knowledge of XML authoring tools and PLM/CMS systems is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Completed studies in product design or technical communication.
• HTL with professional experience in design, technical documentation or editing.
• Technical understanding of combustion engines and electric drives desirable.
• Experience with modern XML authoring tools and PLM/CMS solutions (e.g., Arbortext Windchill, Oxygen XML Editor, Teamcenter).
• Strong knowledge of typography, layout, visualization, and publishing processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently research, structure, and write technical documentation in coordination with After Sales Service and Product Development.
• Standardize and modularize content within the content management system per established industry standards.
• Prepare 2D/3D graphics from CAD data (e.g., exploded views of complete engines) and maintain spare parts illustrations (ETL).
• Coordinate technical documentation projects in a timely manner with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate all projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Skills

Technical communication

German language proficiency

English language proficiency

Microsoft Office

SAP experience (asset)

Education

University or FH in product design/technical communication

HTL with relevant experience

Tools

XML authoring tools

PLM/CMS solutions

PTC Arbortext Windchill

Oxygen XML Editor Teamcenter

Job description

International, innovative, pioneering: We at BRP-Rotax are part of the global company BRP and we are passionate about moving the world's most exciting powersports vehicles. Technological progress and sustainable mobility are our drive. Are you ready to shape the future with us?

At BRP-Rotax, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading drive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development perspectives. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Your new adventure

Editorial & Information Development

• Independently research, structure, and write technical documentation in coordination with the After Sales Service and the Product Development department.
• Standardize and modularize content within the content management system in accordance with established industry standards

Technical Illustration & Visualization

• Prepare 2D/3D graphics from CAD data (e.g., exploded views of complete engines)
• Generate and continuously maintain spare parts illustrations (ETL)

Projects & Process Management

• Coordinate the technical documentation projects in a timely manner
• Coordinate all projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Your Experiences And Skills

• Completed studies (FH, Uni) in the field of product design or technical communication
• Alternatively, completed HTL with professional experience in design, technical documentation or editing
• Technical understanding of combustion engines and electric drives desirable
• Solid experience in the creation of technical documentation using modern XML authoring tools and PLM/CMS solutions; hands-on experience with PTC Arbortext (Windchill), Oxygen XML Editor (Teamcenter), or comparable systems is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of technical documentation methodologies, including typography, layout design, visualization, and graphic development, as well as document management and publishing processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with SAP is considered an asset.
• Very good knowledge of German and English, both written and spoken mandatory
• Good comprehension skills, precise working methods and strong communication skills

We offer

You will be offered an exciting position in an international company with many interesting benefits and diverse development opportunities. The minimum salary for this position is EUR 54,359.06 gross/year in accordance with the collective agreement for the metal industry. Depending on your qualifications and professional experience, we offer an attractive and performance-related salary with corresponding overpayment. We will be happy to discuss the details personally as part of our application process.

Transforming mobility. Creating powertrain technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at BRP-Rotax, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier OEM in the global recreational and powersports industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at BRP-Rotax.