Technical Writer (Maternity Cover) - 1129

What is the job?

As a Technical Writer you will be working closely with the Engineering Team to support strategic efforts aimed at improving the content of all current customer facing documents and writing new content for new product releases for the UK manufacturing division. Initiatives also include development of application based technical content for our products and services, to promote ease of understanding for complex systems, products, services and software.

This is a maternity cover of 6-9 months.

Working Hours:Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 4.30 pm (Hybrid working available)

Who we are?

Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture or a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research, from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 9 countries. Here in Ely, we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line.

Where you will be working?

It’s a hybrid role, working in our new purpose-built facility in Witchford, Ely as well as your home. Our purpose-built facility is just 12 miles from Cambridge, within the beautiful mediaeval city of Ely. There are train and bus links to Ely from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street London, and our site is within distance of Ely train station and Ely Bus station.

Requirements

What is essential to us…

• Degree in Scientific, Engineering or equivalent experience or qualifications.
• Prior experience in technical writing of product and software documentation
• Prior experience with creating videos for technical products (desirable)
• Knowledge of the photonics industry and typical customer (desirable)
• Proficient in Microsoft software packages, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud apps
• Ability to deliver high quality documentation, with attention to detail
• Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues from various disciplines across multiple global offices
• Positive contribution to multi-departmental initiatives and process improvements
• Adhering to core values and driven positive attitude
• Receptive to new challenges and expanding current knowledge.

What we would like you to do/ to see…

• Prepare, review, and maintain technical documents for existing and new products
• Work with internal teams to obtain an in-depth understanding of the product and the documentation requirements
• Regularly review technical content of web presentations of UK manufactured products and liaise with the Marketing team to make any improvements. Updates can include but are not limited to:
• Expanded web content (features, applications, video, images, etc.)
• Enhanced keywords to improve performance on external search engines
• Ensure drawings and photos show key features
• Test products in our lab to better translate relevant information to the end user of the product

What will you get?

At Thorlabs there are lots of opportunities for inhouse customised training and development that accelerates your career progression. We have free onsite parking, free refreshments, as well as an entertainment area in our large canteen for your enjoyment.

And the benefits are?

Competitive Salary to attract the best, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.

Job Reference:THOR-VC-1129

This is a rolling campaign, so we will actively interview applicants. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

We welcome applications from persons who are over 18 years old.

*This is a legal requirement, further information is hereSchool leaving age - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

This role does not currently meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria for obtaining a Skilled Worker Visa we are therefore unable to accept applications that require employer sponsorship in order to obtain a Skilled Worker Visa. 

We would encourage all internal applicants to inform their line managers of their interest in this position.

Benefits

-Contributed Pension Scheme-Group Life Cover-Private Health Care-Group Income Protection & more.

Please apply through the Apply for this job button or send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter and your salary expectations to: Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd, 204 Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambs, CB6 3NX or e-mail .

In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.