Technical Writer, Espoo

• The Technical Writer will create and maintain high-quality technical documentation that supports product development and communicates complex information to internal and external audiences.
• You will write, edit, illustrate and publish product and service documents using DITA XML while coordinating with subject matter experts and organizing images and layouts.
• The role requires advanced technical writing and illustration skills, fluent written and spoken Finnish and English, and strong interpersonal skills and aptitude for learning new technical concepts.
• The position offers flexible working arrangements including remote work and training, and the recruitment is handled by Academic Work with personality and cognitive tests.

Are you looking for an opportunity to work in global company doing technical writing? If yes, we might have just the perfect job for you! Our client is expanding its dedicated team in Finland, fostering a collaborative environment where local expertise directly shapes innovative product development. Join a supportive culture that values clear communication and technical excellence. Read more and apply already today!

About the role

This role is central to our client's product development, focusing on creating and maintaining high-quality technical documentation. You will collaborate closely with various teams, translating complex technical information into clear, accurate, and engaging content for both internal and external audiences.

You are offered Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options, alongside comprehensive training opportunities.

Work tasks

This role involves producing high-quality technical documentation, from initial composition and illustration to writing and editing. You will collaborate with subject matter experts to gather information and create a variety of product and service documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to style guides.

• Perform technical publications production duties including composition, illustration, and technical writing and editing.
• Develop clear written materials to support product development activities.
• Work cross-functionally with Subject Matter Experts to collect product information and specifications.
• Create, develop, update, and publish highly accurate product and service documents.
• Collect and organize technical information and product images, coordinating layout for publication.
• Develop and author technical documentation adhering to publication processes and style guides.
• Write, structure, and publish technical content using DITA XML.

We are looking for

• Advanced knowledge in Technical Writing
• Advanced knowledge in Technical Illustration
• Fluent written and spoken skills in English and Finnish languages
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong aptitude for learning new technical concepts

It is meritorious if you have

• Good knowledge of DITA XML
• Good knowledge of FrameMaker
• Good knowledge of Photoshop or photo illustration tools
• Good understanding of Mechanical Engineering principles

To succeed in the role, your personal skills are:

• Change oriented
• Trustful
• Supportive
• Goal oriented
• Social
• Responsible
• Intellectually curious

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our client’s wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.