Technical Editor (m/f/d)

Optimus Search; Wettenberg; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor manufacturer in Jena is looking for a Technical Editor to develop high-quality English-language marketing materials and oversee documentation processes. The ideal candidate has a technical degree, solid experience in technical documentation, and is fluent in both German and English. Creativity in illustration and experience with documentation software are advantageous. This is a full-time position at a mid-senior level.

Qualifications

• Hold a technical degree or completed training as a technical writer or in a related field.
• Bring solid experience in technical documentation.
• Communicate confidently in German and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality English-language product marketing materials.
• Oversee and coordinate documentation processes end-to-end.
• Create precise, order-related operating instructions for products.

Skills

Fluent in German and English

Technical documentation experience

Creativity in illustration

Understanding of mechanical and plant engineering concepts

Education

Technical degree or training as a technical writer

Tools

Documentation software

Digital content management tools

Job description

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Optimus Search is collaborating with a leading company based in Jena, renowned in the semiconductor sector for their expertise in micromechanical and optoelectronic components. This company works closely with clients on plasma processes, utilizing laser-driven analytical techniques to deliver highly accurate measurements. Employing around 550 professionals worldwide, with a turnover of approximately 130 million EUR, the organisation operates from four locations in Germany.

They are currently searching for a Technical Editor (m/f/d) to add to their department.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality English-language product marketing materials, including brochures, website content, and social media posts, while coordinating closely with corporate marketing.
• Oversee and coordinate documentation processes end-to-end, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Create precise, order-related operating instructions for products and systems.
• Act as the technical liaison across departments, conducting research and clarifying complex technical issues.
• Produce clear and accurate graphical representations of assemblies, layouts, and technical processes.

Your Profile

• You hold a technical degree or completed training as a technical writer, technical product designer, or in a related technical field.
• You bring solid experience in technical documentation and a strong understanding of mechanical and plant engineering concepts.
• You are fluent in German and English and communicate confidently in both languages.
• You have a talent for transforming complex technical content into clear, visually appealing, and accessible language, with a creative approach to illustration.
• Ideally, you have experience with documentation software and digital content management tools.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Writing/Editing

Industries

• Semiconductor Manufacturing