Technical Writer

Hach; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Professional onboarding and training

Health benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Hach, a Veralto company, is seeking an Information Developer II – Technical Writer to design, develop and manage technical content for labeling documents, manuals, procedures and online help across hardware and software products.

The role is on‑site in USA – Loveland and collaborates with cross‑functional teams worldwide to translate, localize and validate information, using ISO standards and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Technical Communication, science, technology or related field with 3 years of experience or at least 10 years experience in Technical Publication/Technical Communication.
• Knowledge of desktop publishing skills to create and manipulate new and existing documentation.
• Skilled in the use of DITA – XML and content management system.
• Skilled in the use of translation management systems.
• Ability to maintain and adapt XSL‑FO files is a plus.
• Ability of illustrating complex technical concepts in easy‑to‑use illustrations is a plus.
• Experience in the use of Solid Works, Corel Designer, Adobe Illustrator is a plus.
• Ability to disassemble and reassemble instruments to create installation and maintenance information.

Responsibilities

• Creates structured content to produce end‑user installation, operation and maintenance manuals, user instructions, quick start/quick reference guides, analytical procedures and online help.
• Develops content that can be delivered globally and into 32+ languages.
• Manages complete translation process with external vendors from scoping to delivering translated documents.
• Obtains, defines, and interprets information and works directly with cross‑functional, global product development teams to assist in the development of end‑user documentation packages.
• Recognizes and demonstrates improvements to the quality of documentation based on feedback from internal and external customers.
• Updates unstructured FrameMaker legacy documentation and converts unstructured books to structured topics and maps.
• Manages own daily work, project assignments and on‑time delivery of output deliverables.
• Prepares documentation for final production (print, online, and translation management) and visually inspects and proofs final delivery PDF files.

Skills

Desktop publishing

DITA XML

Content management systems

Translation management systems

XSL-FO

Illustration design

SolidWorks

Corel Designer

Adobe Illustrator

Installation/maintenance documentation

Education

BA/BS in Technical Communication or related field

Tools

FrameMaker

Job description

About the Company

At Hach (http://www.hach.com), a Veralto company, we ensure water quality for people around the world, and every team member plays a vital role in that mission. Our founding vision is to make water analysis better—faster, simpler, greener, and more informative. We accomplish this through teamwork, customer partnerships, passionate experts, and reliable, easy-to-use solutions.

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager Technical Publications, the Information Developer II – Technical Writer is responsible for designing, developing, formatting, implementing and managing technical writing and content creation to meet the demands for the production of labeling documents, manuals, testing procedures and operational specifications. The role includes creating and maintaining documentation and illustrations for hardware and software user’s guides, service and programming manuals and electronic media including online help. It also involves managing revisions of technical documentation and delivery of global labeling and content, configuration and maintenance of content and translation management systems, and ensuring integrity of data and document use according to ISO standards and internal quality and production standards.

This position is part of the Technical Publications department located in USA – Loveland and will be on‑site.

Responsibilities

• Creates structured content to produce end‑user installation, operation and maintenance manuals, user instructions, quick start/quick reference guides, analytical procedures and online help. Applies reuse strategies and modular writing design to single‑source content to our customers as different media (web, print).
• Develops content that can be delivered globally and into 32+ languages. Has a general understanding and continued learning of how to develop information for localization which includes using Simplified Technical English rules and guidelines, Global Visual Design Standards and Localization Best Practices.
• Manages complete translation process with external vendors from scoping to delivering translated documents.
• Obtains, defines, and interprets information and works directly with cross‑functional, global product development teams (Product Management, Project Management, R&D, etc.) and customer feedback to assist in the development of end‑user documentation packages. Information is obtained by product knowledge transfer, interviews, usability testing, daily management meetings and email/phone communication.
• Recognizes and demonstrates improvements to the quality of documentation based on feedback from internal and external customers by soliciting feedback and testing documentation for usability, accuracy and validity.
• Updates unstructured FrameMaker legacy documentation and converts unstructured books to structured topics and maps.
• Manages own daily work, project assignments and on‑time delivery of output deliverables.
• Prepares documentation for final production (print, online, and translation management) and visually inspects and proofs final delivery PDF files before and after delivery to print vendor or data duplicator.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Technical Communication, science, technology or related field with 3 years of experience or at least 10 years experience in Technical Publication/Technical Communication.
• Knowledge of desktop publishing skills to create and manipulate new and existing documentation.
• Skilled in the use of DITA – XML and content management system.
• Skilled in the use of translation management systems.
• Ability to maintain and adapt XSL‑FO files is a plus.
• Ability of illustrating complex technical concepts in easy‑to‑use illustrations is a plus.
• Experience in the use of Solid Works, Corel Designer, Adobe Illustrator is a plus.
• Ability to disassemble and reassemble instruments to create installation and maintenance information.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Professional onboarding and training options
• Powerful team looking forward to working with you
• Career coaching and development opportunities
• Health benefits
• 401(k)

Compensation and Benefits Summary

The compensation range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000 USD per year. This job is also eligible for Bonus Pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Veralto Corporation and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes. The EEO posters are available here.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [e-mail] to request accommodation.

Unsolicited Assistance

We do not accept unsolicited assistance from any headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. All resumes or profiles submitted by search firms to any employee at any of the Veralto companies, in any form without a valid, signed search agreement in place for the specific position, approved by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Veralto and its companies. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Veralto and its companies because of the unsolicited referral.