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Technical Documentation Specialist

Cohu.com

Office

Malaysia

Full Time

Responsibilities :

  • Develop, edit, and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including:
  • Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and cross-functional teams to gather information and translate it into accessible, accurate documents.
  • Service operations and maintenance manuals
  • Installation and procedure guides
  • Manufacturing process instruction (MPI)
  • Manufacturing test instruction (MTI)
  • Research and interpret engineering change orders (ECOs), drawings, requirement specifications, and test documentation.
  • Create documentation within MES (Manufacturing Execution System) to align directly with manufacturing workflows.
  • Create technical graphics, illustrations, and visuals to enhance clarity and usability.
  • Ensure all documentation meets company standards for accuracy, style, and consistency.
  • Manage version control and maintain electronic archives of all documents.
  • Continuously improve documentation quality by integrating user feedback and best practices.
  • Any other ad-hoc assignment according to business needs.
  • Education:  Bachelor’s degree (Journalism, English, Technical Communication, or related fields.

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Experience:  3+ years of proven technical writing experience, preferably in manufacturing, automation, or electromechanical industries.
  • Skills/Technical Requirements:

  • Good command of English writing and editing, with the ability to simplify complex technical information into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation.
  • Proficient in Adobe FrameMaker, with expertise in advanced template design, style management, and automation for efficient publishing
  • Knowledge of CAD and graphics tools, including SolidWorks/eDrawing, Photoshop, Illustrator, and SolidWorks Visualize, to create impactful technical visuals.
  • Advanced use of Adobe Acrobat, including review workflows, annotations, and interactive form creation.
  • Strong understanding of Engineering Change process (ECOs) and the integration of technical documentation into product development lifecycles.
  • Proven ability to structure large-scale technical documents, such as multi-volume manuals and complex instruction sets.
  • Experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution System) for creating, managing, and publishing documentation is a strong plus.
  • Skilled in documentation frameworks, version control, and style guide enforcement to ensure consistency across multiple projects and deliverables.

Technical Documentation Specialist

Office

Malaysia

Full Time

September 12, 2025

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Cohu

Cohu.com

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