Mandarin-English Technical Translator for Engineering

Focus; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus in Smyrna, TN seeks a bilingual Interpreter/Technical Translator to bridge English and Mandarin in cross-functional engineering teams. You translate technical documents, attend meetings, and ensure accurate communication across Process Engineering, Global Engineering Center, Quality, Operations, and Manufacturing.

Ideal candidates have Mandarin and English fluency, a technical or engineering background, confidentiality, and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Mandarin and English with clear translation and interpretation skills for written and oral communication.
• Technical or engineering background/knowledge preferred.
• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting & communication: attend meetings and facilitate clear communication between Mandarin-speaking and US-based engineers across departments.
• Industry terminology: maintain understanding of technical terms within manufacturing.
• Technical translation: translate technical documents, reports, manuals, specifications and CAD drawings for engineering and maintenance teams.

Skills

Mandarin language proficiency

English language proficiency

Education

Technical/engineering background (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Focus in Smyrna, TN seeks a bilingual Interpreter/Technical Translator to bridge English and Mandarin in cross-functional engineering teams. You translate technical documents, attend meetings, and ensure accurate communication across Process Engineering, Global Engineering Center, Quality, Operations, and Manufacturing.

Ideal candidates have Mandarin and English fluency, a technical or engineering background, confidentiality, and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.