Reason: Replacement
Department: Knowledge Management-Technical Publications Job Category: Product Development Job Title: Technical Writer - CW
Duties: Position: Senior Technical Writer
About Lam Research
Lam Research is a global leader in manufacturing capital equipment used to produce advanced semiconductors. We primarily compete in four key technology areas: deposition, etch, photoresist strip, and single-wafer clean.
About the Customer Support Business Group (CSBG)
CSBG is dedicated to delivering premier customer support throughout the entire lifecycle of Lam's products. Our mission is to drive performance, productivity, safety, and quality for our customers' installed base, while providing service and lifecycle solutions for their most critical equipment and processes.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Technical Writer to join the Knowledge Management / Technical Publications team within CSBG. In this one-year contract role, you will be responsible for creating and editing technical articles and procedures. This position is based in Fremont, California, and involves close collaboration with engineers, core writing staff, and cross-functional teams across Lam's global regions.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and edit clear, accurate, and comprehensive technical articles and procedures for internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with engineers and technical writing teams to finalize technical content using Microsoft Word.
• Ensure timely delivery and quality of technical documentation.
• Gather information from engineering sources, validate accuracy and completeness, and incorporate it into technical content.
• Participate in team meetings, provide status updates, and plan for future deliverables.
Required Qualifications
• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Degrees in other disciplines (e.g., Engineering) are acceptable with demonstrated exceptional writing skills.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years of writing or editing experience (preferred but not required).
• Skills:
• Strong command of the English language (mandatory).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with tools such as:
• SharePoint
• SnagIt or equivalent
• Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, FrameMaker, Acrobat • DITA XML • Content Management Systems (CMS) • CorelDRAW • WebWorks
Supplier Notes:
Hello Suppliers,
Manager:Nancy Hsieh
Job title: Technical Writer - CW
Max bill rate: (USD)72.50
Number of positions: 1
duration: 12 months
Job description: see information under "Duties" and attachment section Top skills:
Ability to create clear, accurate, and comprehensive technical documentation for diverse audiences.
Strong command of Microsoft Word (mandatory), with familiarity in tools like SharePoint, SnagIt, and CMS as a plus.
Interview process: 2 rounds of interviews: One Virtual then Onsite Remote/ On-Site: Onsite Flexible (Tuesday Mandatory Onsite) Worksite location: 4653 Cushing Parkway, Fremont, CA, 94538, US, USA-CA-05*CA-05
Reminder: Per Lam policy, the supplier must hold an in-person screening/ interview with candidates prior to extending an offer
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