Top 31 technical writer Jobs in palo alto ca

Technical Writer - Semiconductor
Premier Staffing Solution —Fremont, CA
- $45 - $47 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- English
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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2d
Technical Editor and Writer Level 3/4
Northrop Grumman —Sunnyvale, CA
- $73,900 - $160,200 a year
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
14d
Technical Writer 3
Lam Research —Fremont, CA
- $72,000 - $170,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Engineering
Technical Writer
Intuitive Surgical —Sunnyvale, CA
- $102,400 - $173,500 a year
- Day shift
- Surgery
- 5 years
- Research
Technical Documentation Writer
Takara Bio USA, Inc. —San Jose, CA
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
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6d
Technical Writer
Two95 International Inc. —Sunnyvale, CA
- Contract
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
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Technical Writer - API Documentation
Dreamztech —Sunnyvale, CA
- Contract
- Computer science
- 6 years
- Computer Science
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Technical Writer - Medical device (Hybrid: Sunnyvale, California) W2 Only
Intuitive —Sunnyvale, CA
- $40 - $70 an hour
- Temporary
- Surgery
- English
- Research
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Technical Writer
FLC Technology Group —Santa Clara, CA
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
Sr. Technical Writer
Illumio —Sunnyvale, CA
- $125,000 - $144,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer science
- 7 years
Senior Technical Writer
Lightmatter —Mountain View, CA
- $161,000 - $210,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- APIs
- Senior level
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
Document Control Specialist - Medical Device #2902
Enhanced Compliance Inc. —Burlingame, CA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- US work authorization
- Senior level
UX Writer and Content Designer, Google Ads
Google —Mountain View, CA
- $120,000 - $172,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
14d
Technical Writer, Energy
Tesla —Hayward, CA
- $68,000 - $126,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- SharePoint
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
8d
Technical Writer – NGS & LIMS Implementation (Temp)
Personalis, Inc —Fremont, CA
- $60 - $75 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
7d
Technical Writer Project Specialist
Milestone Technologies, Inc. —Pleasanton, CA
- $35 - $46 an hour
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 3 years
13d
Technical Content Architect
Verkada —San Mateo, CA
- $160,000 - $210,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- 5 years
- System design
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Technical Writer
Super Micro Computer —San Jose, CA
- $107,000 - $117,000 a year
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
7d
Technical Writer III, YouTube Developer Infrastructure
YouTube —San Bruno, CA
- $115,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Research
- Mid-level
1d
Technical Writing Specialist
PTC Inc. —San Ramon, CA
- $70,000 - $88,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Office
- 4 years
- Commuter assistance
- Employee stock purchase plan

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Technical Writer - Semiconductor

Premier Staffing Solution -
Fremont, CA

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Job Details

Full-time | Contract
$45 - $47 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Spreadsheets
Technical writing within manufacturing
English
Research
Manufacturing facility
Photo editing
Attention to detail
E-learning platforms
Presentation creation
Enterprise Learning Management
Semiconductor experience
Manufacturing company experience
Instructional design
Camtasia

Full Job Description

Job Title: Course Developer - Semiconductor

On-site Flex: 3 days in office/2 remote

This position is task-based course development/training.

A good thing to ask is if the candidate has performance-based equipment training. Required to have the semiconductor manufacturing industry experience

Technical Docs/Procedures will be provided to the candidate to then translate into course work/curricula for the technicians.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop comprehensive courses on various semiconductor industry topics, including semiconductor manufacturing, process technology, device physics, and emerging trends.
Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather and verify course content.
Utilize instructional design principles to create engaging and interactive training modules, including e-learning, instructor-led training, and blended learning formats.
Develop assessment tools to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and learner comprehension.
Continuously update and improve course content to reflect the latest industry advancements and best practices.
Provide guidance and support to instructors and facilitators on course delivery and implementation.
Conduct pilot testing and gather feedback to refine course materials.
Stay current with trends and advancements in semiconductor technology and educational methodologies.

Additional Responsibilities and Expectations:

Translate employee technical training and development needs into engaging courses.
Select appropriate instructional methods, define time frames, and prepare training materials in physical and digital formats.
Conduct skills gap analysis.
Design detailed educational curricula, including dates, topics, and hours required per course.
Create engaging training course content (videos, quizzes, activities).
Set learning objectives for each course and determine evaluation criteria.
Organize physical and digital resources for instructors and trainees.
Provide training manuals and follow up with trainees and instructors after each course to collect feedback.
Research and recommend modern educational methods (e.g., gamification).
Ensure on-time delivery of projects and manage tasks/projects effectively.
Design and create hardware certifications.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred in Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Technology, Education, or a related field.
Proven experience in instructional design and course development, preferably within the semiconductor industry.
Strong understanding of semiconductor processes, technologies, and industry standards, with a technical focus.
Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360 - STORYLINE is a must have, Adobe Captivate) and learning management systems (LMS).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and concise learning materials.
Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality educational content.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with multimedia production and editing tools.
5+ years in training and/or course development.
Familiarity with instructional design models such as ADDIE, SAM, or PBET.
Previous experience in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.

Mandatory Skills:

Proficiency with Microsoft PPT, Excel, and Word. (PowerPoint and excel should be highly proficiency).
Effective communication and fluent Technical English.
Ability to write clear instructional copy.

Desirable Skills:

Photo editing, animation creation, Visio, video editing.
Experience with Learning Management Software (LMS) (e.g., Cornerstone, SuccessFactors).
Presentation skills, Articulate Storyline, audio editing.
Adobe FrameMaker, storyboard creation.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $45.00 - $47.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

Semiconductor: 4 years (Required)
Instructional design: 4 years (Required)
LMS: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Fremont, CA 94538 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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