Technical Writer

Applied Materials, Inc.; Treviso; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a technical writer to create DITA XML content and develop topics with markup, maps, and conditions in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.

The role involves collaboration with SMEs, engineers, and designers to deliver accurate, high-quality technical documents. The ideal candidate has a university degree and experience with DITA XML; proficiency in Oxygen Editor, SDL Tridion Docs, and the Adobe/MS Office suites is preferred.

Qualifications

• Fluent English language verbal & written; German is a plus.
• Experience with DITA XML technical writing or content editing preferred.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience in customizing DITA transformations is a plus.
• Able to work in cross-functional teams and multitask on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Author content into DITA XML.
• Develop DITA XML topics using markup elements, maps, and conditions.
• Independently manage technical writing projects from planning to delivery.
• Ensure technical accuracy, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with SMEs, engineers, and designers to select effective illustrations.

Skills

English fluency

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional work

Attention to detail

Quick learner

Multitasking

Reading schematics

Education

University Degree

DITA XML writing experience

Tools

Oxygen XML Editor

SDL Tridion Docs

Illustrator

Inkscape

Notepad++

MS Paint

Acrobat Pro DC

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary: €38.400,00 - €52.800,00

Location: Treviso,ITA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Requirements

• Fluent English language verbal & written, German is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in technical publishing software:
  • DITA XML:Oxygen Editor
  • Content Management System (CMS):SDL Tridion Docs
  • Graphical: Illustrator,Inkscape, Notepad++, and MS Paint
  • Adobe Suite:Acrobat Pro DC.
  • MS Office Suite:Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Good experience in customize the appearance of any of the output types by customizing the outputDITA transformations.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional organization and multitask on multiple projects.
• Must be a quick learner, self-starter, with strong attention to details and can work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.
• Requires working closely with both European based teams and also Asia based.
• May require 20% international travel.

Role and Responsibility

• Author content into DITA XML.
• Develop DITA XML topic using markup element tags, attributes, maps, and conditions.
• Independently working on technical writing projects: ensure the projects are completed on time, objectives are defined, necessary planning activities (e.g., plan authoring, review, estimation of deliverables, milestones, validating and testing, reliability, and risk mitigation of documents).
• Ensure project results meet requirements and ensure technical accuracy, quality, reliability, schedule.
• Works with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), engineers, mechanical and electrical designers to identify the most effective product and service illustration solutions that are highly accurate and complete.

Education and Experience

• University Degree
• Preferable experience inDITA XMLtechnical writing or content editor or similar role.

Workplace: Olmi - San Biagio di Callalta (TV)

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.