Technical Writer

Ebro Electronic GmbH

Chennai District

On-site

INR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Xylem sucht eine*n Technische*n Redakteur*in im hybriden Umfeld mit Schwerpunkt auf dokumentationsrelevante Inhalte und Informationsarchitektur. Die Rolle erfordert die Erstellung, Pflege und Wiederverwendung technischer Inhalte in einem globalen Umfeld.

Sie arbeiten eng mit Fachexperten zusammen, beherrschen MS Word und SharePoint, kennen sich mit DITA XML aus und bringen Erfahrung in der Erstellung technischer Illustrationen mit. Flexibilität bei Arbeitszeiten wird erwartet.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor-Abschluss in Ingenieurwesen oder vergleichbar.
  • 3–6 Jahre Berufserfahrung als Technischer Redakteur in internationalem Umfeld.
  • Kenntnisse in DITA XML und Single-Sourcing sind von Vorteil.
  • Erfahrung in der Dokumentation von Software, Hardware oder kundenspezifischen Lösungen.

Responsibilities

  • Erstellt, organisiert und pflegt Dokumentationsinhalte im Content-Repository.
  • Koordiniert mit globalen Teams und SMEs.
  • Unterstützt Übersetzungsprozesse und Review-Zyklen.
  • Sorgt für konsistente Terminologie und Stil gemäß Style Guide.

Skills

Englisch fließend
Technische Dokumentation
Strukturiertes Schreiben
Analytische Fähigkeiten
Teamarbeit

Education

Bachelor in Ingenieurwesen

Tools

MS Word
SharePoint
Acrolinx
Illustration Tools

Job description

## Technical WriterBewerbenremote type: Hybridelocations: Chennai 10th Floor: Bangaloretime type: Full timeposted on: Heute ausgeschriebenjob requisition id: R49640Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit global 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und -herausforderungen zu helfen. Wir sind der weltweit führende Anbieter effizienter, innovativer und nachhaltiger Wassertechnologien, die dafür sorgen, dass unser Wasser nachhaltig genutzt, optimal verwaltet, erhalten und wiederverwendet wird.# Responsibilities## Content Development* Create, organize, maintain, and reuse documentation assets using the team’s approved content repository and authoring tools (currently Microsoft Word and SharePoint), while supporting future adoption of structured authoring practices.* Conduct task analysis (TA) and prepare annotated topic lists (ATL).* Collaborate with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts (SMEs) across global regions to gather requirements and deliver project outcomes.* Develop reusable, structured technical content aligned with Xylem’s authoring guidelines, information model, and style guide.* Produce and maintain illustrations, graphics, and photo-realistic renderings.* Ensure the completion of the review cycle and software-assisted checks for grammar, style, and terminology.* Initiate translation requests and coordinate translation reviews.* Communicate release updates to stakeholders via designated channels.* Maintain reusable content and contribute to documentation standards, templates, and information architecture to improve content consistency and scalability.* Quickly learn new products, custom technologies, and engineering concepts, and accurately translate them into clear, user-focused documentation.* Contribute to the development of the CCMS structure, templates, and information model.* Create and maintain Topics, Chaptermaps, Bookmaps, and metadata within the CCMS.* Demonstrate flexibility in working hours to support collaboration with stakeholders across different time zones, as business needs require.* Work effectively in a hybrid work environment while maintaining strong communication, collaboration, and accountability.* Participate in initiatives to enhance documentation quality, workflow efficiency, and content governance.# Required Qualifications## Education* Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electronics, Aeronautical, Computer Science, or equivalent field).## Experience* 3–6 years of professional experience as a Technical Writer (Senior level) in an international, English-language environment.* Proven expertise in developing reusable technical documentation using structured or unstructured authoring approaches. Experience with DITA XML and single-sourcing practices is an advantage but not required.* Basic experience creating technical illustrations in vector or raster formats.* Experience documenting software, hardware, or custom-engineered solutions, with the ability to quickly understand unfamiliar technologies.# Skills and Competencies## Core Skills* Excellent command of written and spoken English.* Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.* Detail-oriented, structured, and dependable in meeting deadlines.* Effective communicator with global, cross-functional teams.* Familiarity with Simplified Technical English (STE) and style guides such as the Microsoft or Chicago Manual of Style.* Understanding of DDLC, SDLC, and Agile workflows.* Knowledge of single sourcing, metadata management, and conditional profiling.* Ability to quickly learn new technologies, understand engineering customizations, and evaluate their impact on the end-user experience.* Experience reusing and maintaining content from shared repositories while ensuring consistency and accuracy.## Technical Skills* Proficiency in authoring MS Word.* Experience using Microsoft SharePoint or similar content repositories for document management and content reuse.* Experience with terminology and content quality tools such as Acrolinx.* Proficiency with illustration tools (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Creo Illustrate, KeyShot).* Experience with collaboration tools like JIRA and Confluence.* Understanding of content publishing pipelines and localization workflows.* Experience with structured authoring concepts is preferred. Familiarity with DITA XML, CCMS platforms (such as Astoria On-Demand or AEM), and XML editors (such as Oxygen XML Editor or Arbortext Editor) is an advantage.* Working knowledge of XML-based formats and related technologies (XQuery, metadata tagging).* Interest in GenAI and automation using Python or similar programming languages is desirable.# Assessment Process* Candidates will complete a writing and structuring test to demonstrate technical English and content organization skills.* Successful candidates will advance to subsequent interview rounds with technical and hiring teams.Werden Sie Teil des globalen Xylem-Teams und gestalten Sie innovative Technologielösungen mit, die die Nutzung, Verfügbarkeit, den Schutz und die nachhaltige Verwendung von Wasser sicherstellen. Unsere Produkte kommen in der öffentlichen Versorgung, der Industrie, im Wohnbereich und in gewerblichen Gebäuden zum Einsatz – mit dem Ziel, intelligente Maschinen, Anlagen, Messsysteme, Netzwerktechnologien und fortschrittliche Analysen für Wasser-, Strom- und Gasversorger sowie die Industrie bereitzustellen. Arbeiten Sie mit uns an einer Welt, in der die aktuellen und kommenden Wasserherausforderungen mit Kreativität und Engagement gelöst werden und in der Inklusion und Zugehörigkeit als Treiber für Innovation erkannt werden, um unsere Wettbewerbsfähigkeit weltweit zu stärken.
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