New permanent position for Senior Technical Writer (Orange Dolphin) at Embotics:

Are you an “Orange Dolphin”?

Think you can fill this position?

Discover all the fascinating details about this challenging position for a Senior Technical Writer at www.embotics.com/careers.

Responsibilities:

As a technical writer you will work closely with developers, project managers and product and software architects based in Canada, Poland, Germany and UK. In this technical oriented position you will take over the following responsibilities:

• Research, edit, and maintain Product and Technology documentation in English.
• Integrate documentation within Wiki.
• Coordinate documentation sub-projects.
• Cooperate with subject matter experts and project managers.
• Provide communication expertise.

Qualifications:

• Degree in technical documentation, computer sciences, or information technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal English language skills.
• Basic programming knowledge, preferably Java.
• Experience in software documentation – nice to have.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong user orientation.
• Independent, result-oriented, able to learn new skills quickly.

Candidates who are interested in this position should submit their resumes to Federico [dot] spraggon [at] randstad [dot] ca

À propos de la Standard Life
La Standard Life est un important fournisseur de produits et services d’épargne à long terme et de placement à plus de six millions de clients partout dans le monde. La Standard Life, dont le siège social est situé en Écosse, compte environ 10 000 employés répartis au Royaume-Uni, au Canada, en Irlande, en Allemagne, en Autriche, en Inde, aux États-Unis, à Hong Kong et en Chine continentale. Au Canada, la Standard Life exerce ses activités depuis plus de 175 ans. Comptant plus de 2 000 employés à Montréal et ailleurs au pays, elle fournit des solutions d’épargne à long terme, de placement, et d’assurance à plus de 1,3 million de Canadiens, dont les participants de régimes de retraite et d’assurance collectifs.

Description du poste
Le titulaire du rôle élabore et exécute des mandats de rédaction, et prépare le matériel de soutien pour les propositions de vente, conformément aux stratégies axées sur l’acquisition d’affaires nouvelles et la conservation de la clientèle. Il relève du chef d’équipe, Gestion des ventes, Régimes d’épargne et retraite collectifs.

• Travailler en collaboration avec les équipes chargées des demandes de proposition pour formuler des propositions adéquates et concurrentielles.
• Traiter les questionnaires et les demandes de proposition dans les délais requis; évaluer les exigences, utiliser et coordonner les ressources et établir l’ordre de priorité des tâches.
• Travailler conjointement avec les équipes des ventes et en étroite collaboration avec les experts des autres services pour communiquer de manière efficace les caractéristiques des produits et services de la compagnie.
• Rédiger des textes clairs, concis et convaincants qui s’appuient sur des messages et des thèmes gagnants.
• Réviser les textes et faire la correction d’épreuves pour assurer la conformité aux exigences internes et à celles du marché.
• Recueillir, analyser et diffuser les données et l’information sur la compagnie.
• Maintenir le contact avec les autres services pour assurer l’uniformité des communications avec les clients internes et externes, les conseillers et les clients éventuels.
• Traiter les questionnaires et autres documents avec un minimum de supervision et d’aide.
• Gérer les bases de données.

Exigences

• Baccalauréat dans l’une des disciplines suivantes : rédaction technique, création littéraire ou autre; français ou anglais; communications; formation pertinente en arts libéraux.
• Expérience en rédaction de demandes de proposition et de matériel destiné aux clients.
• Aptitude à rédiger des sections de demandes de proposition qui soient appropriées, convaincantes et concurrentielles et à faire les recherches pertinentes.
• Capacité démontrée à rédiger des textes portant sur des sujets complexes et qui s’adressent à des non-spécialistes.
• Aptitude à travailler efficacement seul ou en équipe.
• Connaissance de base de la terminologie du secteur des placements.
• Habiletés exceptionnelles en communication verbale et écrite.
• Maîtrise des logiciels Microsoft Word, Excel et Powerpoint.
• Habileté de travailler avec un outil de gestion du contenu.
• Polyvalence, sens de l’organisation, compétences en gestion du temps, en établissement des priorités et en recherche, motivation personnelle.
• Bonne communication orale et écrite en français et en anglais.

Pour poser votre candidature, s.v.p. cliquer sur le lien : https://standardlifefr.ats.hrsmart.com/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=13674

Senior analyst, Proposal Writing
Permanent Position, Montreal
Ref.: 13674

About Standard Life
Standard Life is a leading provider of long-term savings and investment solutions to over 6 million customers worldwide. Headquartered in Scotland, it has offices in the UK, Canada, Ireland, Germany, Austria, India, USA, Hong Kong and mainland China. In Canada, Standard Life has been doing business for over 175 years. With over 2,000 employees based in Montréal and in offices across Canada, it provides long-term savings, investment and insurance solutions to more than 1.3 million Canadians, including group insurance and retirement plan members.

Role description
Reporting to the Team Leader, Group Savings & Retirement Sales Management, the Proposal Writer will develop and complete writing assignments and prepare material, in support of sales proposals, in keeping with the new business acquisition and client retention strategies.

• Works with proposal teams to develop responsive and competitive proposals.
• Responds to questionnaires and Requests for Proposals within imposed deadlines, assessing requirements, utilizing and coordinating resources and prioritizing tasks as required.
• Works jointly with sales and closely with experts from other departments to effectively convey the firm’s product features and services.
• Writes clear, concise and compelling narratives that incorporate winning themes and messaging.
• Edits and proofreads for compliance with internal and market requirements.
• Compiles, analyzes and disseminates firm data and information.
• Maintains communication within all departments to ensure its consistency with internal and external clients, consultants and prospects.
• Completes questionnaires and other documents with minimal supervision and assistance.
• Is responsible for relevant database management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in technical, creative or another type of writing, in English and/or French, communications or in a comparable liberal arts discipline.
• 2 years of experience with Requests for Proposals and client related materials.
• Adept at researching and authoring responsive, persuasive and competitive proposal sections.
• Proven ability to write about complex subject matter targeting a non-expert audience.
• Ability to work independently and function effectively as a member of a team.
• Basic knowledge of investment industry/terminology.
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work with Content Management Tools.
• Ability to multi-task, organize, manage time, prioritize, research and self-motivate.
• Good oral and written communication in English and in French.

To apply for this position, please click on the link: https://standardlifeen.ats.hrsmart.com/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=13674 ]]> http://stc-montreal.org/en/2012/05/13/standard-life-redacteur-de-demandes-de-proposition/feed/ 0 http://stc-montreal.org/en/2012/05/06/gsi-electronique-redacteur-techniquetechnical-writer/ http://stc-montreal.org/en/2012/05/06/gsi-electronique-redacteur-techniquetechnical-writer/#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 00:51:22 +0000 jobbank http://stc-montreal.org/en/?p=3589 GSI Électronique développe, fabrique et distribue des appareils électroniques innovateurs pour l’industrie agricole. Nous recherchons actuellement un rédacteur technique pour occuper un poste à temps plein à notre bureau de Saint-Hubert.

Responsabilités

• Réaliser les différentes étapes menant à la production de documentation technique pour nos différentes gammes de produits (recherche, structuration, rédaction et mise à jour)
• Préparer les fichiers pour l’impression et pour la diffusion d’aide en ligne
• Prendre part à un processus d’évaluation par les pairs
• Coordonner le processus de révision pour projets en documentation
• Participer à l’implantation de la structure de rédaction DITA
• Participer à l’implantation d’un système de gestion de contenu (CMS)
• Produire la documentation conformément aux directives de style établies
• Participer à l’amélioration des méthodes de travail de l’équipe de rédaction
• Coordonner les projets de traduction

Compétences

• Être bilingue à l’oral et à l’écrit
• Posséder d’excellentes aptitudes de rédaction technique en anglais
• Détenir un baccalauréat en rédaction technique, en communication ou autre domaine connexe; une combinaison d’études et d’expériences pertinentes sera également considérée
• Avoir cumulé de 3 à 5 années d’expérience comme rédacteur technique
• Maîtriser les outils de publication assistée par ordinateur (InDesign, FrameMaker, Acrobat)
• Être capable de saisir et synthétiser des sujets complexes
• Pouvoir travailler seul et en équipe

Atouts

• Connaître les principes de rédaction sous l’architecture XML DITA ou DocBook
• Connaître les techniques de rédaction modulaire avec source unique (single-sourcing)
• Maîtriser les logiciels Adobe Illustrator et Adobe Photoshop
• Être familier avec le milieu de l’ingénierie
• Connaître l’industrie agricole

Pour postuler, envoyez votre curriculum vitae et lettre de présentation à jtremblay [at] gsiag [dot] com.
Nous vous remercions pour votre intérêt. Toutes les candidatures seront soigneusement analysées et seuls les candidats retenus seront contactés.

Technical Writer

GSI Electronics develops, manufactures, and distributes innovative technological products for the agricultural industry. We are seeking a motivated technical writer to fill a permanent, full-time position in our St-Hubert office.

Responsibilities

• Research, outline, write, and maintain the technical documentation for our line of products
• Verify and prepare technical content for print and online delivery
• Initiate and participate in peer reviews
• Coordinate document review processes for technical writing projects
• Participate in implementing the DITA writing architecture
• Participate in implementing a content management system (CMS)
• Follow and help implement our internal style guide
• Collaborate with members of the technical writing team to improve work processes
• Manage translation projects

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English and French (spoken and written)
• Possess strong technical writing skills in English
• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Communications, or a related discipline; an equivalent combination of education and work experience will also be considered
• 3 to 5 years experience as a technical writer
• Experience with industry-leading authoring and publishing tools (InDesign, FrameMaker, Acrobat)
• Accountable and dedicated worker who is able to understand complex subjects quickly
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Assets

• Knowledge of DITA or DocBook XML writing standard
• Knowledge of structured authoring and single-sourcing principles
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
• Familiar with the engineering work environment
• Knowledge of the agricultural industry

To apply for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to jtremblay [at] gsiag [dot] com.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you are interested, you can send a CV to info [at] bgcommunications [dot] ca

Reporting to the Documentation Manager, the Intermediate Writer assists with design, development, and delivery of technical documentation to support the products of Innovatia clients. Under the required guidance of the project prime, the Intermediate Writer simplifies and explains complex topics and products, identifies and communicates issues, to create quality information products such as user guides, installation guides, help files, and reference guides.

Ideal Candidate

• Possesses a technical background with experience in telecommunications, data networking and IP
• Can demonstrate a proven record for on-time delivery
• Has experience in an XML authoring environment
• Must work proactively and independently

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple documents and delivery schedules in a dynamic environment with some guidance from more senior writers
• Assist senior colleagues with project research, task analysis, and planning tasks
• Participate in reviews of authored content, and respond in a timely manner with corrections
• Conduct peer reviews to aid in proofing of documentation prior to distribution to customers
• Complete change requests in published documentation
• Mentor new writers
• Provide status updates to Project Primes

Required Skill Set

• Excellent writing in American English
• Minimum 5 years technical writing experience
• Proficient in XML, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office suite of products; experience with Adobe FrameMaker would be an asset
• Has experience in planning and developing technical documents in an Agile environment
• Understand highly technical and/or incomplete product specifications
• Display an understanding of information product design
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of technical documentation industry standards
• Ability to work independently with little direction
• Flexible and adaptable to change in scope and schedule
• Able to simplify and explain complex topics and identify and communicate problems
• Post secondary education considered an asset

To apply for this dynamic opportunity, upload your resume and cover letter to www.Innovatia.net/Careers.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The contractor should:

• Know the Canadian business and technical writing market well.
• Be able to write corporate profiles about public and privately held documentation companies in the Montreal/Quebec/Ottawa/Toronto and Windsor area as well as firms further west.
• Have a broad perspective about multiple areas of potential documentation clients including government, military and the financial sectors.

The contractor can be located anywhere in Canada.

If you are interested in this contract, please contact Larry Rogers, lrogers [at] lexitech [dot] ca

Vous êtes dynamique et vous souhaitez relever de nouveaux défis ? BIXI est à la recherche de personnes passionnées ayant envie de se surpasser.

Rédacteur technique
Sous la supervision du directeur des services techniques, le rédacteur technique a pour principales tâches :

Principales responsabilités et tâches :

• Rédiger des manuels techniques
• Rédiger la documentation détaillée des produits, des procédures de fabrication et d’essais en français et en anglais
• Collaborer à la préparation de soumissions
• Développer et gérer une bibliothèque technique
• Mettre à jour et communiquer les procédures de fabrication en s’assurant que les manuels reflètent les changements apportés aux produits et aux opérations de fabrication
• Effectuer la mise en page des documents et avoir les connaissances techniques pour intégrer ou adapter les dessins d’ingénierie s’il y a lieu
• Coordonner les projets sous sa responsabilité avec les membres de l’équipe technique

Qualifications :

• Parfaitement bilingue à l’oral et à l’écrit
• Formation collégiale ou universitaire
• Expérience en coordination de projet
• Expérience en rédaction technique pour des systèmes électromécaniques et logiciels (atout)
• Esprit d’équipe démontré
• Flexibilité dans la modification des échéanciers
• Capacité de travailler sous pression avec des échéanciers serrés
• Connaissance des principaux logiciels de rédaction
• Connaissance Microsoft Office
• Expérience ou formation en traduction

Conditions de travail :

• Plan de rémunération globale compétitif
• Régime complet d’assurances collectives et régime de retraite
• Horaire de travail flexible

Nous vous invitons à transmettre votre CV à l’adresse courriel suivante :
ressourceshumaines [at] velolibreservice [dot] ca

N.B L’emploi du masculin n’a d’autres fins que celle d’alléger le texte.

Prospero Learning Solutions Inc. is a leader in the design and development of custom learning solutions; specifically e-Learning and blended learning projects. We offer our clients complete solutions to all their custom learning and performance improvement needs.

Prospero requires creative, innovative, and results-oriented Courseware Developers for full time contract positions working out of our client’s Montreal office. Positions start as soon as possible and are of varying lengths.

Responsibilities
Prospero courseware developers will work as part of a team which will include our client’s Senior Instructional System Designers (ISDs), Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Facilitators and graphical experts to produce blended learning programs including simulations.

Tasks will include but not be limited to:

• Work with (ISDs) to create lesson plans for computer based training
• Develop storyboards and ensure that lesson sequences, content and graphics concepts are aligned with the project’s production standards
• Conversion of technical related content to instructionally sound materials
• Work with SMEs to validate and enhance content and presentation
• Work with graphical experts to produce lessons

The successful candidate will:

• Have a minimum of a BA, and/or has successfully completed a relevant diploma/certificate program (technical writing, instructional design, professional writing, etc.)
• Minimum two years of experience as a Technical Writer or Instructional Designer
• Be quick to learn new technologies and have strong computer skills
• Have a strong aptitude to understand, interpret and design training for technical content
• Be client focused and committed to providing excellent customer service
• Experience working in a fast-paced and structured environment
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented
• Understanding of web development technologies and e-learning authoring tools (Flash, HTML, Outstart, Articulate, Captivate, Lectora) an asset

The successful candidate will be offered a compensation package that is both competitive and commensurate with experience. Due to the nature of the content, Canadian Government Security Clearance and ITAR checks will be conducted.

Please send resumes to labramowitz [at] Prosperolearning [dot] com . Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

CDI Services Professionnels is currently searching for experienced technical writers for permanent and contract positions with a few of our large manufacturing clients. One of the positions is in the Quebec City area and another near Sherbrooke, Quebec. The technical writers will prepare technical publications (in English) for the proper usage and maintenance of the client’s products. The candidate must be bilingual (French and English).

If this is something that might interest you, please contact me at your earliest convenience at sarah [dot] pollock [at] cdicorp [dot] com.

Sarah Pollock
Conseillère en Recrutement/Recruiter
CDI Services Professionnels Ltée.
www.cdicorp.com

Writing Assistance Inc. has a need for a Technical Writer in Montreal.

The senior technical writer is responsible to develop product documentation including user guides, technical documents and online help systems. Working as part of an integrated team of developers, testers, and product managers, the technical writer will work within the software development life cycle to deliver first-class documentation.

The successful candidate will be required to contribute to and follow the documentation processes, standards, templates and styles. The candidate must also be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing demands and priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, plan, write, edit, update and maintain product documentation
• Generate and validate online help systems
• Contribute to and follow the documentation processes and style guides
• Estimate and deliver according to project plans and commitments
• Ensure accuracy and appropriate terminology

Required Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar is a must
• Expert knowledge of Adobe FrameMaker
• Experience using and implementing Adobe RoboHelp
• Bilingualism (French and English) is required
• Demonstrated knowledge of multiple technical areas, in particular the software development cycle and internet related technologies

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Able to create accurate, relevant, and complete documentation for any given audience and product
• Self-motivated and well organized, with a commitment to quality and an excellent eye for detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work independently and remotely
• Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements, scope, and schedules
• Ability to manage multiple projects and assess priorities

Required Professional Designation/Certification:

Relative 4 year bachelor degree (e.g. Communications, Engineering, Computer Science) or equivalent experience

Required Experience:

• A minimum of seven years technical writing experience
• Experience in documenting software applications
• Experience in creating graphics & screen captures for technical illustrations
• Experience in the IT and Healthcare sectors is preferred

This will mostly be on-site, full-time for 9+ months.

If you are available and interested, please send your resume in Word to staffing [at] writingassist [dot] com.
Please reference job number 6865.

As an Information Developer, you will form a link between the software development team and the SAP customer. You will be in constant communication with the software development team with the aim of delivering product information in a clearly structured and easily digestible form. As one of the first people to use the software, you will have the chance to have a say in program development.
Your job will be to ensure that exactly the right information is available in the right place, at the right time; the customer will benefit from concise and accurate online documentation that clearly describes the functions provided by the SAP solutions.

In addition to providing you with the requisite documentation skills, your training program will allow you to gain a basic understanding of the business and technical concepts relevant for your work. SAP’s commitment to on-the-job training offers you the opportunity to extend your technical knowledge and further develop your soft skills.

Education and Qualifications / Skills and Competencies

• A good to excellent university degree in Technical Writing or a related subject or, alternatively, a language-based university degree
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Experience of technical writing
• Experience of working in a commercial environment
• The ability to express complex technical information in a clear and precise manner
• Outstanding communication, writing, and grammar skills
• The ability to work to tight deadlines, deliver on time, and ensure high quality
• Flexibility and a readiness to communicate with other team members and to participate in knowledge transfer
• Experience of MS Office applications, especially MS Word and MS PowerPoint
• A willingness to acquire extensive product knowledge and learn new skills at short notice
• Excellent organizational skills

Expectations and Tasks

• Writing documentation for new business concepts (in close consultation with software developers)
• Describing application installation and configuration
• Proof-reading and editing content for usability and readability
• Ensuring that the documentation is of high quality and adheres to standards and guidelines
• Creating system documentation
• Defining terminology

Please apply online to www.sap.com/careers
Reference Number: CA-55219461-EN-12-002
or directly to:
Dominique Pirolo
Sr. Recruiter, Recruitment & Staffing
dominique [dot] pirolo [at] sap [dot] com