Technical Writer

RadNet, Inc.; Oxford (MA); On-site; USD 74,956 - 87,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

Job summary

RadNet, Inc. is seeking a Technical Writer for their Oxford, Massachusetts location. The ideal candidate will modify and maintain documentation using Adobe FrameMaker, ensuring clarity and consistency for technical publications.

This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and supporting the migration of legacy content into structured authoring systems. A Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience are required.

The position offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in technical writing.
• Proven experience with Adobe FrameMaker (unstructured authoring).
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams (engineering, QA, product management).

Responsibilities

• Modify, update, and maintain existing documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams for technical information.
• Support migration of legacy content into Schema ST4.

Skills

Technical writing and editing

Document formatting and template management

Content organization and reuse

Version control and change management

Ability to learn new documentation systems quickly

Education

Bachelor's degree in Professional Writing, Technical Field or Engineering

Tools

Adobe FrameMaker

Schema ST4

DITA/XML

Job description

IPG Photonics is a leading developer and producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers headquartered in Marlborough, MA. This role supports the creation, maintenance, and modernization of technical documentation for complex engineering products, including legacy content in Adobe FrameMaker and transition to a Component Content Management System (CCMS) – specifically Quanos Schema ST4.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with both legacy documentation systems and modern content management tools, and who wants to contribute to the evolution of technical publications in a high‑tech manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Modify, update, and maintain existing documentation created in Adobe FrameMaker (unstructured)
• Ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency across product manuals and technical documents
• Support migration of legacy content into Schema ST4 and assist in adopting structured authoring practices
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and service teams to gather and validate technical information
• Apply content reuse strategies and improve documentation efficiency during CCMS transition
• Maintain version control and documentation standards across multiple product lines

Experience Level

• Produces well‑structured technical papers, white papers, or manuals
• Adapts tone and depth for different audiences (developers, users, executives)
• Conducts research and interviews SMEs independently
• Familiar with style guides and documentation standards
• Uses advanced tools (version control, documentation platforms)

Key Skills

• Technical writing and editing
• Document formatting and template management
• Content organization and reuse
• Version control and change management
• Ability to learn new documentation systems and workflows quickly

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Professional Writing, Technical Field or Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of experience
• Proven experience with Adobe FrameMaker (unstructured authoring)
• Background in technical documentation for engineering, manufacturing, or industrial products
• Strong ability to interpret complex technical information and translate it into clear documentation
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams (engineering, QA, product management)
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and document control practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Schema ST4 or other CCMS platforms (e.g., MadCap IXIA, Paligo, Tridion Docs, Vasont)
• Familiarity with structured authoring concepts (DITA/XML), even if not previously used in production
• Experience with content migration, modular documentation, or reuse strategies
• Knowledge of localization/translation workflows is a plus

Location

50 Old Webster Road, Oxford, Massachusetts 01540, United States

Employment Type

Exempt

Wage Information

MA: $74,956 – $87,136

Benefits

• Pay Range: $74,956 – $87,136 (based on location)
• Annual discretionary bonus or sales bonus as applicable
• Paid vacation time accrued based on years of service
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Adoption assistance
• Pet insurance
• Bright Horizons backup care
• Bright Horizons college coach

Equal Employment Opportunity

IPG Photonics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or other protected attributes.