R&D Technical Writer - IDC - Entry Professional

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 394,000 - 657,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited in Bengaluru, India, is seeking a Technical Writer to produce high-quality documentation for its Automation & Communication products. You will work with SMEs, PMs, engineers, and QA to translate complex concepts into clear, structured content for internal teams, customers, and partners.

The role requires 2–5 years of writing experience, strong English communication skills, and proficiency with Oxygen XML, DITA XML, and CMS tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years of proven experience as a Technical Writer in energy, automation, or software sectors.
• Excellent written and verbal English with strong grammar and vocabulary.
• Experience with Oxygen XML, DITA XML, Tridion Docs, and CMS tools.

Responsibilities

• Create clear, concise technical documentation for Hitachi Energy products.
• Collaborate with SMEs, product managers, engineers, and QA to gather information.
• Translate complex concepts into structured, user-friendly content.
• Ensure documentation meets established standards and brand voice.
• Coordinate multilingual translation activities as needed.
• Edit for grammar, punctuation, and technical accuracy.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Agile experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering

Tools

Oxygen XML

Tridion Docs

DITA XML

CMS

Job description

Location

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Job ID

R0143708

Date Posted

2026-09-10

Company Name

HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Profession (Job Category)

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

Job Description

As a Technical Writer, you will create clear, concise, and comprehensive high-quality technical documentation for various products of Automation & Communication Product group within Grid Automation Business Unit of Hitachi Energy. The opportunity: Do you enjoy writing and turning complex technical concepts into clear, structured documentation? We are looking for a technical writer to join our User Documentation team in Bangalore. You will be part of a highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, collaborative, ever-learning team who are proud of their work at Hitachi Energy. You will be part of the team which creates and maintains technical documentation for various products of Automation & Communication product group within Grid Automation Business Unit of Hitachi Energy. You will collaborate closely with subject matter experts (SMEs), product managers, engineers, and quality assurance teams to gather information, understand product functionality, and accurately translate complex technical concepts into easily understandable content. Your work will play a key role in making our technology accessible and usable for internal teams, customers, and partners worldwide.

How you’ll make an impact

• You will have opportunity to interact with subject matter experts (SMEs), product managers and others to translate complex technical concept into easily understandable content.


• Conduct thorough research and analysis to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of all documentation.


• Adhere to established documentation standards, style guides, and terminology to maintain a consistent brand voice and quality across all deliverables.


• Review and edit documentation for grammar, spelling, punctuation, clarity, and adherence to technical specifications.


• Handling translation co-ordination activities for various languages like German, French, Spanish, Czech, Japanese and others.


• Create / edit images in Visio and Snagit editor.


• Enthusiastically learn AI tools (GPT, Copilot, etc) for authoring and review.


• Manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• Continuously seek opportunities to improve documentation processes, tools, and content quality.


• Participate and identify areas for documentation improvement.


• Utilize various authoring tools, content management systems (CMS), and version control software effectively.


• Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Hitachi Energy’s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering, Computer Science Engineering, or a related field.


• 2-5 years of proven experience as a Technical Writer, preferably in the energy, industrial automation, or software development sectors.


• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a strong command of English grammar, style, and vocabulary.


• Proficiency in creating clear, concise, and user-friendly technical documentation for diverse audiences.


• Experience with various documentation tools such as Oxygen XML, or similar.


• Familiarity with DITA XML, preferably Tridion Docs or similar, structured authoring, and component content management systems (CMS) is highly desirable.


• Ability to understand and interpret complex technical concepts and specifications.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.


• Experience with Agile development methodologies is a plus.


• Knowledge of electrical engineering and power systems will be a significant advantage.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

Company Culture

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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