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Current Job Listings -- August 1, 2008

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7-14-08
Senior Technical Writers

ProEdit has exciting opportunities for up to five senior-level technical writers with our direct client in San Diego, CA (zip code: 92127). These are full-time, onsite contract positions that will last for at least 6 months. There is a possibility that these contracts will be extended. The writers will be responsible for writing installation, operational, maintenance, and test procedures for extreme ultraviolet (EUV) products for the semi-conductor industry.

Successful candidates will have a strong background in mechanical and electrical engineering and be comfortable working in an engineering lab environment. These are also excellent opportunities for technical writers with a background or interest in physics.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 5-8 years of hardware technical writing experience is required
• Previous experience documenting EUV products or other products for the semi-conductor industry
• Expertise with HTML and XML editors such as XMetal
• Proficient to expert use of FrameMaker is required
• Familiarity with developing structured documents using the DITA standard is a plus
• Must have own laptop and be able to supply software

To apply, visit www.ProEdit.com/employment.asp or email your resume to lpickett@proedit.com. To speak with a recruiter about this position, contact LaToia Pickett at (888) PROEDIT ext. 223.

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7-31-08
Tech Writer II

Gen-Probe is seeking a mid-level Technical Writer II who will create accurate and complete documentation related to our manufacturing processes. Candidates should have some background working with Change Control/Document Management Systems (i.e. NovaManage, Trackwise, FileMaker Pro, etc).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with stakeholders to produce documents
• Develop and edit documents that follow established standards and styles
• Provide support for the development document system
• Create, design and develop new or improve existing documentation
• Manage multiple user documentation projects
• Initiate the collaborative review process
• Establish review and edit cycles
• Create templates for standardization of documents
• Prioritize deliverables and manage expedites
• Coordinate the transition to full production documents
• Maintain and monitor the development document system

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of QSR/GMP requirements
• Labeling design: working knowledge of print publishing and design programs

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• *Degree preferred
• 2+ yrs technical writing experience, modifying and/or creating controlled documents
• Previous experience with change control systems strongly preferred
• Scientific and/or industry background, via education or work experience, is helpful

Gen-Probe offers a dynamic and innovative work environment along with excellent benefits that include 100% sponsored medical/dental/vision benefits, stock options (NASDAQ:GPRO), bonus potential, 401(k) w/company match, paid vacation/sick time/holidays, assistance with continuing education, on-site fitness center, and our own Waterfall Café.

We invite you to view our career video at http://www.view-career-video.com/videos/genprobe/

Please apply online by visiting: http://www.gen-probe.jobs/

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7-31-08
Principal Technical Writer

BAE Systems is looking for a Principal Technical Writer who is ready for a challenging career with an innovative company

RESPONSIBILITES

• Interpret military and Request for Proposal (RFP) specifications pertaining to technical publications and proposal production for developing ground rules and procedures which ensure conformance with specification requirements.
• Develop proposal graphics and page layouts and deliverable requirements based on the Request for Proposal (RFP) or similar documents, as well as proposal author inputs.
• Coordinate inputs from program team members as required
• Determine graphic and production man-loading requirements to ensure on-time delivery for each proposal
• Provide work direction and training to other proposal production employees
• Troubleshoot and resolve graphic and production software compatibility issues
• Work closely with the Proposal Development Center Manager/Proposal Specialist to continually improve processes and modify/develop production templates as needed
• Perform research for technology insertion and maintain configuration management of all graphics and production files
• Utilize independent judgment and perform all tasks in a cost effective manner while maintaining a high level of quality
• Utilize independent judgment in organizing material and performing writing assignments according to specifications regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology
• Analyze, evaluate, develop and implement processes and systems within budget and adhere to time requirements and schedule
• Design and develop products and services using state-of-the-art technology, principles, theories and concepts
• Print and assemble final deliverables
• Order production and printing related supplies
• Calibrate colors on printer and make necessary printer adjustments

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or in business or management or equivalent proposal experience of 8-10+ years
• Clearance: DoD Secret eligible and SCI eligible
• Flexibility to adapt to a variety of responsibilities in a dynamic, team environment, highly motivated, enthusiastic
• Requirement to work extended hours and weekend work as needed in a sometimes stressful environment. Occasional travel may be required.
• Ability to work with limited direction and be able to provide direction and training to other production support personnel
• Exercise considerable judgment in determining objectives and approaches
• Proficient with graphics/illustrations, technical writing
• Excellent oral, written communication skills; exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel, customers, and suppliers
• Proficient with PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop
• Ability to create and modify macros using Visual Basic
• MS Project

To apply: http://baesystems.contacthr.com/11397722

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7-8-08
Sr. Technical Writer

PlantCML based in Temecula, Ca. is looking for a qualified Sr. Technical Writer. Our primary focus is providing critical communications systems and services into the Public Safety 9-1-1 market in the United States. Our products consist of telephone and computer systems, software applications, radio consoles, and a variety of third-party distributed products making up complete communications solutions to our customers.

As a Senior Technical Writer, you will be primarily responsible for writing and editing non-routine, complex technical documents. This consists of publications such as product support literature related to the description, operation, maintenance and test of company products. You will gather technical information by consulting with other writers and company personnel and by studying published material, design documents and test specifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in improving the department by seeking out and proposing new technical writing technologies
• Establishes or helps establish documentation standards to be followed for documents and articles produced or edited by technical staff
• Observes engineering developments to determine operating procedures and detail
• Reviews documentation of other technical writers as requested and provides guidance and answers questions on their assignments, company products and related technology
• Selects photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts to illustrate material.
• Assists in laying out material for publication
• Trains and mentors other technical writers

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• BSEE or BSCS or related or equivalent combination of education and related experience
• Seven years experience in planning, writing and editing documentation of technical products and applications, preferably computer-based and/or telecom products
• Technical expertise of computers, applications and operating systems
• Ability to grasp engineering concepts quickly
• Strong word processing skills utilizing MS Word
• Expertise with publishing tools, preferably using FrameMaker and Adobe Acrobat
• Expertise in creating online help material, preferably with RoboHelp
• Experience with integrated text, graphic, or image processing, document layout, formatting SW documentation
• Very good presentation skills
• Experience in training and mentoring technical writers

DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate in technical documentation/writing
• Telecommunications hardware or software development, training and implementation experience
• Experience in HTML
• Familiarity with PlantCML products and procedures

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. PlantCML offers its employees a robust portfolio of benefits and is market competitive in its wage and salary practices. PlantCML is ISO-9000 certified and is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

To be considered for this position, please apply directly on our web site at: http://www.plantcml.com/careers/Senior Technical Writer – Temecula, CA.

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6-28-08
Desktop Publishers/Editors

We are looking for experienced, professional desktop publishers/editors to work in a fast-paced production environment. Minimal writing experience is necessary for this position; however, experience in the telecom industry and ability to review code and interpret schematics are a definite plus.

This is a great opportunity to join a talented, motivated team of professionals.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to understand technical concepts
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Adobe FrameMaker
• Experience using Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio
• Demonstrated ability to work in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment
• Ability to juggle multiple projects
• Team player with positive outlook
• Familiarity with document control procedures and telecom terminology a plus

Sorry, telecommuting is not an option for this position.

Please send resumes and salary requirements to info@paradigminfoservices.com.

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6-20-08
Technical Writer

Technical writer needed to develop product requirement documentation using Microsoft Word. This position is responsible for writing technical information, interviewing technical staff, and testing products to gather data for specification development projects.

This position requires the skills as experienced professional; a self-starter who can work through a wide range of issues in imaginative as well as practical ways.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research and write specification documentation for digital consumer products
• Work with Human Factors/Usability team to validate requirements and ensure alignment with high-level project requirements
• Create and maintain detailed functional specifications for software and hardware products
• Generate flow diagrams using Visio or other suitable graphics application
• Complete documentation projects with minimal supervision and guidance
• Produce documentation products that conform to the company documentation and quality assurance standards

REQUIREMENTS

• Associates or Bachelor's degree (years of experience may be substituted for a degree)
• Experience should include reading engineering specifications and interviewing technical staff to understand technical content and product functionality to produce accurate documentation for the technical specifications
• Experience with usability/human factors work a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to understand technical concepts
• Work independently with little supervision
• Motivation to follow up on outstanding issues and close them
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
• Functional in Visio
• Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Must work well independently and as a team player
• Familiarity with document control procedures is a plus
• Familiarity with inkjet printers is a plus

For more information or to apply, send resume to careers@phoenixpros.com.

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6-3-08
Contract Technical Writer

 We're looking for an SQL expert who can contribute to a language reference for a startup relational database company. Hands-on SQL experience essential. Experience with structured authoring tools required. DITA experience preferred. Some on-site work required, in either Cupertino or San Diego. Contract runs for three to six months.

 ParAccel is a small, start-up database company. We aim to enhance our customers' business results by delivering the world's fastest, simplest RDBMS platform for analytic queries.

Contact/Hiring Manager: Bob Rumsby
bob.rumsby@paraccel.com
www.paraccel.com

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6-3-08
Editor

Duties include editing, formatting, and processing highly technical documents for engineering audiences in a fast-paced environment.

SKILLS

• Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Some instructional design background a plus
• Thorough command of Word and FrameMaker and ability to work with templates
• Excellent DTP skills
• Attention to detail a must
• Ability to work within a team
• Knowledge of configuration management a plus
• Minimum 5 years experience in a technical publications high-tech environment
• Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, or Computer Science preferred

Send resumes to info@erowedesign.com and type “Editor” in the subject line.

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5-19-08
Technical Writer

Put yourself in the user’s shoes (marketing people at banks); use the software to accomplish the tasks for which the product was bought. Plan and then write user instructions. Proofread, organize, and then self-test the instructions you write. You must do information gathering onsite in San Diego.

Our client makes the calculators people use on the Internet to figure out total mortgage payments, car lease payments, or interest on a loan. This company’s software notifies banks of a potential customer and automatically sends the customer a marketing e-mail. Eighty percent of existing banks use the product. They now need a professionally- written user manual for setup, going live, operations, and troubleshooting of the system.

QUALIFICATIONS

Have experience working in technical publications departments at software application companies; and, a track record of writing 10 or more user guides or online Help systems explaining how to do a job using a software application.

Rate: $40-45/hr

To apply, send your resume and PDF versions of manuals you’ve written to ellen@techwriters.com. We do not accept resumes that do not give the city and state where you live currently.

Ellen Anderson
www.Techwriters.com

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5-19-08
Information Developer IV

We're looking for a senior-level technical writer with a strong Flash background, or an experienced Flash developer with strong writing skills. The person will work on site at our client in Rancho Bernardo.

The writer/Flash developer will be part of a team creating animated Learning Product content. The primary responsibility will be to serve as the LP specialist. Tasks include writing animation specifications, identifying project requirements, gathering source material/conducting research, interviewing SMEs, drafting non-animated content, conducting reviews, editing/proofing material, and completing final production.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

This job requires expertise in XML, HTML, or other markup languages, Flash and content management systems.
 
Marilyn Allison
Marilyn.Allison@lionbridge.com

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5-15-08
Desktop Publisher I

Create request forms and process documentation using MSWord, Visio, and Adobe Acrobat/Adobe Professional. Must be comfortable creating templates, tables and technical documentation. Some writing may be required, but emphasis is on step-by-step processes and forms. Experience requesting/managing digital signatures is a plus. Minimum of two years directly applicable documentation experience preferred. Also perform job scope below as secondary focus.

Use custom software applications to perform the day-to-day administrative and cryptographic key creation and processing functions necessary to ensure the timely flow of secure data files to their respective customers. Administrative duties include maintaining accurate and current records of all transactions using various proprietary and off-the-shelf software applications (Word, Excel). Assess the performance and usability of systems, and alert engineering staff regarding needed changes.

SKILLS

• Must be detail oriented
• Must be able to follow detailed verbal instruction and strictly follow process and procedures
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Advanced knowledge of Word and Excel
• Customer Service oriented
• Knowledge of SOP and documentation management
• Quality Systems experience a plus
• Engineering support and/or quality support is a plus
  

This is a challenging, production-oriented position with strict recordkeeping requirements. It is not an engineering position. It is not a graphic design or marketing position. There is no calendaring, travel arrangements, or phone work. We need someone keen on following process and comfortable working in a high-security area.

Bharat Khera
(973) 993-9383 Ext.3493
Bharat_Khera@artechinfo.com
www.artechinfo.com

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5-14-08
Technical Writer

Working closely with the Development, Support and Business teams, this individual will be responsible for writing and editing technical documentation for various software applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and update online HTML Help
• Develop and update product and training documentation
• Develop and update internal and external communications and other user-oriented documents
• Review and update content on our company’s extranet using HTML
• Work with business and technical partners to design and develop online help systems using RoboHelp
• Recommend and implement standards and best-practices related to the development and maintenance of user documentation
• Provide process improvement recommendations
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-5 years of relevant technical and work experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/MIS, English or the equivalent of education and work experience
• Well-developed analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced working knowledge of RoboHelp and HTML

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please send resumes and salary requirements to Sheila Hall at shall@ostechnical.com

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5-13-08
Senior Writer/Business Analyst

OMNITEC Solutions (www.omnitecinc.com) is expanding our current support to the SPAWAR Strategic Management Office and its associated program executive offices and SPAWAR Systems Centers. This new position is focused on the management and development of a new strategic SPAWAR vision document and is located on site in San Diego, CA. Onsite interviews 5/19 and 5/20.

We need an analyst/writer to coordinate and facilitate planning meetings, gather input and lay out the entire vision document process over the next 12-18 months. As this will be the first vision document for this client, a significant amount of detailed information will gathered, analyzed, and readied for publication. For an example of a similar document that OMNITEC helped develop, please visit www.omnitecinc.com, and click on the Latest News section on the lower left side of the page. Or go directly to http://www.omnitecinc.com/files/NAV_Jan08.pdf. The tools and metrics used in this process will be incorporated in the overall SPAWAR strategic planning process

REQUIREMENTS

• Thorough understanding of SPAWAR programs
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent strategic and persuasive writing skills
• Proven ability to effectively interface with senior/executive Navy leadership
• Past experience developing enterprise-level documents and publications
• US citizenship is required
• Secret clearance a plus

This position is located on site at SPAWAR in San Diego, CA.

Please forward your resume and compensation history via Employment@omnitecinc.com

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5-13-08
Structured FrameMaker template developer

Our client in Foster City, CA needs a contractor for 2 or 3 weeks through June 25th (hard stop date) to update their regular Frame and structured FrameMaker templates. Requirement calls for an expert in Structured FrameMaker with experience working on templates. No content development will be involved. You may work 100% remotely or onsite in Foster City, CA.

Please send resumes in Word format and a summary of your experience per the requirement and your 1099 bill rate.

suzanne@prospringstaffing.com

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5-2-08
Technical Writer

Long-term contract position with a Fortune 500 company in San Diego for an experienced technical writer with editing experience. Previous experience with proposal preparation is a major plus. Will edit technical documentation as provided by staff. Will reuse existing proposal content as much as possible. Most proposals are about 15 pages. Some proposals may be substantially larger. Requires proficiency with Word. Excel skills are also needed. PowerPoint and Illustrator are pluses. Excellent working environment with a team of long time employees. This is not a desktop publisher job.

Please email a Word doc version of your resume to ggranum@staffingi.com.

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5-2-08
Technical Writer

9+ month contract with long-term potential. Part-time to start (approx. 15 hrs per week)

This position will require a strong technical writer primarily to work with engineers and designers to rapidly develop patent applications, as well as design specifications, user manuals, etc. as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong technical writing background in areas such as mechanical design/engineering, manufacturing, IT, and software for automotive, aerospace or similar industries
• Ability to effectively communicate and gather information from engineers on a technical level and translate into appropriate written and graphical documentation

DESIRED SKILLS

• Technical writing experience in the automotive industry
• Focus on mechanical engineering or manufacturing
• Technical degree
• Experience working with outside patent attorneys a big plus

VVC is a start-up company based in San Diego that is backed by one of the premier venture capital companies. More detailed information will be shared with qualified candidates under an NDA. We are looking for talented and motivated top performers interested in making a difference.

Rate: DOE

Location: San Diego, CA (if necessary, option to work remote with periodic on-site)

Evan Mignogna
VVC - Recruiting Manager
em@v-vehicle.com

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6-5-08
Sr. Technical Writer

Highly motivated senior-level technical writer needed to join a dynamic software development company in Carlsbad. The selected writer will be an integral member of Agile Scrum teams that work on a sophisticated customer care and billing application. He or she must be comfortable working with diverse cross-functional teams in a high-pressure environment in which deadlines and priorities frequently shift.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain context-sensitive web-based help, administrator's guides, installation guide, and user's guides
• Provide input on user interfaces and functionality

SKILLS

• Excellent analysis, communication, and content organization skills
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts by analyzing existing documentation and specs, interviewing SMEs, and working with both production and test versions of a very complex application
• Familiarity with standards and best practices for developing documentation and UIs for ESL speakers and for globalization

EXPERIENCE

• 7+ years experience documenting complex enterprise software solutions, including at least 5 years developing online user’s guides and context-sensitive help
• 2+ years experience using a CMS (preferably Author-it) and structured authoring techniques to develop reusable content for print and online delivery
  

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