Principal Technical Writer

About the role

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description:

• Accurate writing, editing, proofreading, formatting, and publishing of technical documents while adhering to ISO/TS quality standards and company guidelines
• Interfacing with internal subject matter experts to synthesize highly technical content into customer-centric documents that are accurate and complete
• Coordinating and supporting formal document reviews, feedback implementation, and publication
• Producing projects in a timely manner, ensuring deadlines are aligned and met
• Create/edit graphics and figures (screenshots, block diagrams, etc.)
• Other activities and responsibilities as required

Requirements/Qualifications:

Requirements

• Education: Minimum B.A. English, Journalism, Communications, or a degree in a related field (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, etc.)
• 10+ years experience as a technical writer, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent written grammar, communication, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail, prioritization, and decision making abilities
• Ability to successfully manage multiple concurrent projects
• Must thrive in a global, fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Independent thinker who can also take direction and work well in a team environment
• Working knowledge and proficiency in PC tools/software (Microsoft Office)

Preferred Skills

• Experience with RWS Tridion Docs (Publication Manager, Oxygen XML Author), Adobe FrameMaker (conditional text), Microsoft Visio, Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with Ethernet, USB, and PCIe technologies and specifications

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements Text (USA Only) 10% Standing 10% Walking 80% Sitting 100% Inside

Pay Range:

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:

Benefits of working at Microchip

The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $57,000 $139,000.*

*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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