Freelance writer Offres d'emploi - Pierrefonds, QC

Are you passionate about technology and have a knack for transforming complex information into clear, concise documentation? Join our client's dynamic team as a Technical Writer and put your skills to work in an exciting, fast-paced environment!

Randstad is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Technical Writer to join the team of one of our top clients located in Saint-Laurent, Quebec. This is a one-year contract position offering a hybrid work environment. You will be responsible for creating and maintaining high-quality technical documentation for our hardware and software products. This involves collaborating with various technical teams, gathering information, and producing clear, concise, and accurate documentation.

Advantages

Enjoy a hybrid work environment, competitive salary and the opportunity to do interesting work with a world class organization. This contract role has the opportunity to be extended beyond the one year or become permanent in the future.

Responsibilities

Learn new technologies using various software tools to create documents.

Determine requirements for Technical Documentation.

Gather data from technical staff through emails, interviews, etc.

Read and analyze schematics and engineering drawings.

Collaborate and interact with Product Specialists, Technical Authority, and Technical Instructors to verify content.

Plan, research, write, and edit hardware and software user documentation.

Author documents using S1000D XML Editor and MS Word.

Customize data based on the differences in the BOM, schematics, drawings, etc.

Perform desktop validation (i.e., compare engineering documentation versus data module content) and hands-on validation.

Conduct internal Peer Reviews.

Coordinate reviews and signoff processes.

Provide innovative ideas and solutions to improve documentation and documentation processes.

Qualifications

University degree or College diploma in Communications, Computer Science.

3-5 years of experience as a Technical Writer.

Excellent French and English oral and written communication skills, with attention to detail and an aptitude for understanding and explaining technical information.

Ability to work under pressure and easily adapt to changing priorities and projects.

Organized, with the ability to manage time and adapt to changing requirements.

Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Proficient in S1000D XML authoring tool and Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge of HTML and DITA is a plus.

Summary

If you are a highly skilled technical writer with a passion for creating clear and effective documentation, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on challenging projects and make a significant contribution. Please apply directly or send your resume to leslie.walker@randstad.ca

• Please note that only those qualified will be contacted.

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