Technical Author
@ Elekta

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland
€70,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 22 days ago

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About Elekta

We don’t just build technology. We build hope. At Elekta we believe patients should have access to precise, personalised radiation therapy. Elekta’s Precision Radiation Medicine is revolutionizing cancer care by combining science, technology, and clinical intelligence to tailor radiotherapy treatments.

What You’ll Do as Technical Author

As a Technical Author within the Research and Engineering function, you will create high-end technical publications and documentation for Elekta’s Treatment Planning product range. Working within the Global Information Development team, you will collaborate with multiple stakeholders, subject matter experts, and third party suppliers to produce clear, concise, and industry-standard content.

  • Write technical product documentation per project requirements.
  • Collaborate with engineers and SMEs to gather information.
  • Interpret engineering drawings and technical data.
  • Manage content development and coordinate project activities.
  • Support translation and editorial tasks as needed.

Core Competencies

  • Excellent English communication skills
  • Strong technical editing and quality control
  • Experience with XML-based authoring tools and DITA XML
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Proficient in Adobe FrameMaker and Microsoft Office

Additional Role Details

This hybrid role requires you to work at the Helsinki office three days a week. You will be responsible for coordinating multiple documentation projects and ensuring content meets global standards. Flexibility, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach are essential.

Key skills/competency

  • DITA XML
  • Adobe FrameMaker
  • XML
  • Technical Documentation
  • Content Creation
  • Editing
  • Agile
  • Collaboration
  • Medical Imaging
  • Quality Control

How to Get Hired at Elekta

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor it to technical documentation roles.
  • Research Elekta: Understand their mission and innovations.
  • Highlight XML skills: Emphasize DITA and Adobe FrameMaker.
  • Prepare examples: Showcase previous technical writing projects.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review DITA XML and FrameMaker basics.
Practice creating technical documentation samples.
Study Elekta's product manuals and guidelines.
Familiarize with Agile documentation workflows.

Behavioral Questions

Describe handling tight deadlines effectively.
Explain collaborating with global teams.
Discuss adapting to evolving project requirements.
Share examples of independent problem solving.

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