Microchip Technology

Technical Writer

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

Qualifications

  • Excellent written grammar, communication, and organizational skills
  • Strong attention to detail and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects effectively
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, global environment
  • Independent and team-oriented work style
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other PC tools/software
  • Minimum B.A. in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field
  • 5+ years technical writing experience or equivalent education/experience

Responsibilities

  • Write, edit, proofread, format, and publish technical documents to ISO/TS standards
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to convert technical content into customer-friendly formats
  • Coordinate formal document reviews and implement feedback efficiently
  • Ensure timely production of projects, aligning with deadlines
  • Create and edit graphics and figures to enhance documentation

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits starting on day one
  • Competitive base pay and stock options
  • Quarterly bonus payouts
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year look back feature
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 $66,000 to $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
NASDAQ

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Microchip Technology

More Technical Services Jobs

Find similar Technical Writer jobs: