Microchip Technology

Senior Technical Writer

Microchip Technology$66K — $128K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Excellent written grammar and communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Thrives in a fast-paced global environment
  • Independent thinker with team collaboration skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Minimum B.A. in English, Journalism, Communications, or related technical field
  • 5+ years of technical writing experience or equivalent

Responsibilities

  • Write, edit, proofread and publish technical documents adhering to ISO/TS standards
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to create clear, customer-centric documents
  • Facilitate document reviews and implement feedback effectively
  • Ensure projects are completed on time, meeting all deadlines
  • Create and edit graphics and figures relevant to documentation

Benefits

  • Health benefits starting from day one
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with a 2-year lookback feature
  • Quarterly bonus payments
  • Access to competitive compensation package including restricted stock units
Full Job Description
Job Description:

  • Accurate writing, editing, proofreading, formatting, and publishing of technical documents while adhering to ISO/TS quality standards and company guidelines
  • Interfacing with internal subject matter experts to synthesize highly technical content into customer-centric documents that are accurate and complete
  • Coordinating and supporting formal document reviews, feedback implementation, and publication
  • Producing projects in a timely manner, ensuring deadlines are aligned and met
  • Create/edit graphics and figures (screenshots, block diagrams, etc.)
  • Other activities and responsibilities as required


Requirements/Qualifications:

Requirements
  • Excellent written grammar, communication, and organizational skills
  • Strong attention to detail, prioritization, and decision making abilities
  • Ability to successfully manage multiple concurrent projects
  • Must thrive in a global, fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Independent thinker who can also take direction and work well in a team environment
  • Working knowledge and proficiency in PC tools/software (Microsoft Office)
  • Education: Minimum B.A. English, Journalism, Communications, or a degree in a related field (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, etc.)
  • 5+ years experience as a technical writer, or equivalent combination of education and experience


Preferred Skills
  • Experience with RWS Tridion Docs (Publication Manager, Oxygen XML Author), Adobe FrameMaker (conditional text), Microsoft Visio, Adobe Acrobat
  • Experience with Ethernet, USB, and PCIe technologies and specifications


Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

10% Standing 10% Walking 80% Sitting 100% Inside

Pay Range:

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:
Benefits of working at Microchip

The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is **$66,300 $128,000.*

*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

About Microchip Technology

Microchip Technology is an American semiconductor company headquartered in Chandler, Arizona. The company was founded in 1989 and has been providing microcontroller and analog semiconductors for over 30 years. Microchip Technology operates in over 100 locations in 70 countries and has more than 18,000 employees worldwide. The company's products include microcontrollers, memory, and other analog and mixed-signal products. Microchip Technology's mission is to provide innovative solutions for a wide range of applications, including automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics.
Learn more about Microchip Technology
Size
21,000 employees
Market Cap
$37.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$333.3 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+14.9%
Revenue
$5.2 billion
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