Title:Technical Writer - II
Location:St. Paul, MN
Duration:12 Months + Possible Extension/ Conversion
Objectives for this Role
Reviews, copyedits, and updates documents using templates as a guide
Performs change management for software documentation
Tracks and reports on information for multiple projects and documents
Works closely with engineers, managers, and authors to prepare, review, and adjudicate feedback
Develops, maintains, and expands teams' knowledge base website with the goal of unifying disparate and ancillary team websites
Helps create and manage requirements style guide and team workflows
Update/maintain spreadsheets
Update/optimize spreadsheet (macros, formulas)
Process resource changes through other Abbott tools
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities
Research, create, and maintain information architecture templates that allow for easy data migration
Develop content for maximum usability, with a consistent and cohesive voice across all documentation
Coordinates, schedules, and reports on technical reviews
Maintains libraries effectively with a keen eye for organization
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in relevant field
1-2 years' industry experience as an effective technical writer
Proven ability to quickly learn and understand complex topics
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills
Preferred Qualifications
Certificate in Technical Writing from STC or university
Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Firm understanding of the systems development life cycle (SDLC)
Database management experience
Familiar with SharePoint, Confluence, JIRA or more generically, document libraries and issue tracking systems
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.
Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.