Trimble Inc.
Technical Writer
Trimble Inc. is seeking a Technical Writer to join our Information Experience team in either Lake Oswego, OR or Westminster, CO offices. This role will help design and develop the next generation of our integrated product learning solutions and help documentation, aiming to improve the learning experience of our users.
What You Will Do
Develop and validate user-centered content that meets user goals with Trimble products.
Collaborate with cross‑functional team members from Engineering, Product Management, User Experience, Support, Training, Professional Services, and Marketing.
Assist in migrating content to our next‑generation structured DITA/XML single‑sourcing format and content management system to provide a consistent and unified Help experience.
Assist in developing user‑centered learning experience requirements, researching user pain‑points, getting feedback, and performing user testing to measure the effectiveness of solutions.
What Skills & Experience You Should Bring
Bachelor’s degree in technical writing, English, or other communication fields, or equivalent experience developing successful user‑centered learning solutions.
3–5 years of experience or new graduate with applicable educational background.
Ability to write high‑quality, personable content that meets the needs of specific user personas.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with help authoring tools (such as MadCap Flare, Heretto, or oXygen).
Ability to interpret and present technical information effectively to a variety of audiences.
Knowledge of planning and designing information architecture and organization for documentation.
Highly proactive, resourceful, quick learner dedicated to finding new and better ways to solve user problems.
Works well independently to meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Special Attention Given To Candidates With
Experience with DITA/XML content authoring and usage of content management systems.
Familiarity with developing video learning content.
Experience with project management, accounting software, or construction industry.
Knowledge of Agile software development and lean design principles.
About Our Division Trimble is an industrial technology company transforming the way the world works by delivering solutions that enable our customers to thrive. As one of Trimble’s core business sectors, Trimble Construction provides technology solutions that make it easier than ever for construction customers to accelerate project processes and team productivity through each stage of construction.
Compensation Hiring Range: $60,632.00 – $78,758.00
Pay Rate Type: Salary
Bonus Eligible: No
Commission Eligible: No
Benefits: Trimble offers comprehensive core benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Time off plans, and retirement plans. Most of our businesses also offer tax savings plans for health, dependent care, and commuter expenses as well as Paid Parental Leave and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
How to Apply Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the 'Apply Now' button located in this posting.
Application Deadline Applications could be accepted until at least 30 days from the posting date.
At Trimble, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Guided by our core values—Belong, Innovate, and Grow—we embrace and celebrate differences, knowing they make us stronger and more innovative. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds and advancing opportunities while embracing race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected and diverse characteristic. We are committed to offering our candidates and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs the ability to seek reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law and/or where it would not constitute undue hardship for Trimble. For more, please see Trimble's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics at https://investor.trimble.com, under 'Corporate Governance'.
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What You Will Do
Develop and validate user-centered content that meets user goals with Trimble products.
Collaborate with cross‑functional team members from Engineering, Product Management, User Experience, Support, Training, Professional Services, and Marketing.
Assist in migrating content to our next‑generation structured DITA/XML single‑sourcing format and content management system to provide a consistent and unified Help experience.
Assist in developing user‑centered learning experience requirements, researching user pain‑points, getting feedback, and performing user testing to measure the effectiveness of solutions.
What Skills & Experience You Should Bring
Bachelor’s degree in technical writing, English, or other communication fields, or equivalent experience developing successful user‑centered learning solutions.
3–5 years of experience or new graduate with applicable educational background.
Ability to write high‑quality, personable content that meets the needs of specific user personas.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with help authoring tools (such as MadCap Flare, Heretto, or oXygen).
Ability to interpret and present technical information effectively to a variety of audiences.
Knowledge of planning and designing information architecture and organization for documentation.
Highly proactive, resourceful, quick learner dedicated to finding new and better ways to solve user problems.
Works well independently to meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Special Attention Given To Candidates With
Experience with DITA/XML content authoring and usage of content management systems.
Familiarity with developing video learning content.
Experience with project management, accounting software, or construction industry.
Knowledge of Agile software development and lean design principles.
About Our Division Trimble is an industrial technology company transforming the way the world works by delivering solutions that enable our customers to thrive. As one of Trimble’s core business sectors, Trimble Construction provides technology solutions that make it easier than ever for construction customers to accelerate project processes and team productivity through each stage of construction.
Compensation Hiring Range: $60,632.00 – $78,758.00
Pay Rate Type: Salary
Bonus Eligible: No
Commission Eligible: No
Benefits: Trimble offers comprehensive core benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Time off plans, and retirement plans. Most of our businesses also offer tax savings plans for health, dependent care, and commuter expenses as well as Paid Parental Leave and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
How to Apply Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the 'Apply Now' button located in this posting.
Application Deadline Applications could be accepted until at least 30 days from the posting date.
At Trimble, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Guided by our core values—Belong, Innovate, and Grow—we embrace and celebrate differences, knowing they make us stronger and more innovative. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds and advancing opportunities while embracing race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected and diverse characteristic. We are committed to offering our candidates and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs the ability to seek reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law and/or where it would not constitute undue hardship for Trimble. For more, please see Trimble's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics at https://investor.trimble.com, under 'Corporate Governance'.
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