Graduate Technical Writer Motherwell, Scotland
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Graduate Technical Writer
Location MotherwellVolvo Construction Equipment
Our world is a world of change.
Our organization is built by people and great teamwork. We are a truly global company, and we believe in the advantage of diversity and together we create a workplace that brings the best out of everyone.
We believe in a sustainable future and with the global construction industry as our arena, we work together with our customers to turn this belief into reality for people everywhere. That is our purpose, and we live and breathe it, every day.
Do you want to support us in building the world we want to live in?
We are looking for Graduate Technical Writer to join our Technology team.
Reporting to the Technical Publications Manager, the main purpose of the role is to research, process and produce technical data and illustrations pertaining to the trucks' illustrated parts catalogues for the Rokbak articulated range of trucks and the legacy rigid trucks, manufactured at Motherwell.
All research and production must be undertaken in the most accurate, efficient, and effective way possible, utilizing specific softwares; to deliver to the end user, the highest standards of technical documentation. It is essential that the successful candidate demonstrates a commitment to delivering high quality products to our customers both internally and externally. A high degree of perseverance is required with the ability to pursue everything with energy and drive. Sufficient drive to see the job through from initiation to complete delivery. In your work you will embrace all three principles of the Volvo CE philosophy: Flow, Continuous Improvement and Perform & Develop.
Personal Key Skills and Qualities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- The ability to produce high quality and accurate parts lists along with the required illustrative output.
- Ability to analyse engineering drawings.
- Excellent team player.
- Keen awareness of customer requirements.
- Demonstrates ability to plan, organize and multitask when required.
- The ability to communicate with external suppliers to understand and identify service parts for inclusion in the illustrated parts catalogues.
- Methodical approach.
Experience and Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering discipline.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Professional. Specifically, Microsoft Excel.
- Any knowledge and experience in construction equipment or similar areas are considered merits.
- Previous use of Adobe Illustrator software would be advantageous.
- Beneficial to have knowledge of In Design and Catia Composer.
Our values are Trust, Passion, Change, Performance and Customer Success.
It is only together we can create great business. We are sure, and you should be as well; it is together we will make this world a better place. If you have great capability for technical writing and illustration, continuous improvement and engaging others then we are certain that you would be a great asset to our team.
About us
The Volvo Group drives prosperity through transport solutions, offering trucks, buses, construction equipment, power solutions for marine and industrial applications, financing and services that increase our customers’ uptime and productivity. Founded in 1927, the Volvo Group is committed to shaping the future landscape of sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions. Countless career opportunities are offered across the group’s leading brands and entities that share a culture of Trust, Passion, High Performance, Change and Customer Success.
www.volvogroup.com/career.
Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by passion, curiosity and by our purpose: to build the world we want to live in. We believe that only through imagination and teamwork can we develop a world that is cleaner, smarter and more connected. Our company culture reflects this belief through the care and trust it places in our customers, employees and suppliers. People are at the heart of our business. It is through our strong network of talented, enquiring and innovative minds that we have been able to pave the way towards a more sustainable future. The global construction industry is our arena and our employees are our greatest assets.
We can only continue to stand out as industry leaders through the people driving us forwards. Come be a part of our team and help us build tomorrow.
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