Technical Communicator II

At A-dec, we do more than create the highest quality products and services for the dental industry; we strive to deliver a superior employment experience for each of our team members. With an environment that encourages and assists each person in developing to their highest potential, a career at A-dec is incredibly rewarding.

Overview

A Technical Writer Level II utilizes component-based content management and will be responsible for structuring documentation into reusable components for efficient content creation and maintenance. Collaborate closely with subject matter experts to develop, organize, and update content modules, ensures consistency and accuracy across all documentation. Leverages CCMS (Component Content Management System) to streamline the process of content creation, revision, and distribution to meet the needs of diverse audiences and platforms.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain documentation using a component-based approach, ensuring consistency and modularity across all content pieces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, subject matter experts, developers, and designers to gather information and create accurate technical documentation.
• Organize and categorize documentation components to facilitate easy retrieval and reuse for various projects and initiatives.
• Manage translations of technical documents by coordinating with translation vendors to ensure accurate and timely translation of content into multiple languages that meet regulatory requirements.
• Integrate artificial intelligence (AI)translation technologies into the documentation workflow to automate and streamline translation tasks, improve efficiency, and reduce turnaround time.
• Convert legacy technical documents into modular components suitable for integration into a component-based content management system, ensuring compatibility and consistency with existing documentation standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• Comprehensive proficiency in component-based content management systems (e.g., DITA, XML).
• Thorough proficiency in relevant software tools such as Adobe InDesign, FrameMaker, MadCap Flare, Paligo or similar.
• Ability to successfully work with cross-functional groups and multiple stakeholders along with experience taking a lead role on small projects or aspects of large scope projects.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency and accuracy across documentation.
• Must be self-motivated, with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
  
  

Education And Experience

• A candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience writing technical documents and communication.
• Experience in translation management and localization processes.
• Demonstrated experience in component-based content management systems and translation management.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Use of Artificial Intelligence for content generation, translation, or image manipulation.
  
  

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not to be construed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. A-dec reserves the right to assign job duties and days and hours of work based on factors such as workload requirements, staffing levels, and customer demands.

At A-dec, we value our people and show it by prioritizing an inclusive culture, total well-being, and opportunities for learning and career advancement.

A background check and screen for the illegal use of drugs is required.

A-dec is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, A-dec will not discriminate against applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor”

A-dec is interested in qualified candidates authorized to work in the United States for US-based positions. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.