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Technical Writer

UST, Santa Clara, CA, United States


Technical Writer – Associate I (Production Support) About the Role UST is searching for a Technical Writer who can work cross‑functionally and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Responsibilities Prepare and review English source documentation for translation Review translated documents for accuracy, formatting, terminology, and adherence to standards Maintain and update technical documentation using structured authoring tools Ensure documents comply with style guidelines, version‑control practices, and publishing workflows Manage documentation projects and approvals using electronic workflows Support continuous improvement of documentation processes and tools Program management of technical writing projects, including planning, scheduling, resource estimation, milestones, risk mitigation, and validation Report on document quality metrics and collaborate with management to assess operational effectiveness and quality standards Qualifications Bachelor's degree in English, Engineering, Science, or a related field 1–3 years of experience in technical documentation or content‑related work Semiconductor industry experience preferred Excellent English verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Familiarity with the following tools: MS Office Suite DITA XML authoring tools (e.g., Oxygen Editor) Content Management Systems (e.g., Tridion Docs, SharePoint) Adobe Acrobat Atlassian JIRA Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently Self‑motivated, proactive, and collaborative; able to learn quickly and work with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced, high‑tech environment Compensation and Location Location: California Compensation Range: $48,000 – $72,000 Benefits Full‑time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro‑rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company‑paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short‑term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico. Part‑time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro‑rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. Full‑time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro‑rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Part‑time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro‑rated for new hires throughout the year). All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and "fair chance" ordinances. UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance. #J-18808-Ljbffr