Technical Writer (f/m/x)

Posted:
10/26/2025, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Shanghai, China ⋅ Oberkochen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany ⋅ Baden-Württemberg, Germany ⋅ Bengaluru, Karnataka, India ⋅ Karnataka, India

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

The future of metrology begins at ZEISS

ZEISS Industrial Quality Solution stands for pioneering measurement technology with more than 100 years of tradition. We develop and produce high-performance tactile, optical 3D and X-ray measuring devices and also offer suitable software solutions for analysing measurement data. With a strong and broad technology and software portfolio, comprehensive expertise and a global presence, ZEISS is a preferred partner in a wide range of industries, including electromobility, medical technology, additive manufacturing and aircraft construction. 

Your Role

  • Creation of technical documentation for complex products in the field of industrial measurement technology

  • Support in the further development of hardware and service documentation as well as training materials

  • Close collaboration with development teams throughout the product development process

  • Contribution to the continuous improvement of digital customer and service knowledge

  • Coordination and management of external service providers (documentation creation and translation)

Your Profile

  • Completed technical degree, preferably in Technical Documentation or a related field

  • Several years of professional experience as a Technical Writer in an industrial environment are an advantage

  • Experience with XML-based content management systems (preferably SCHEMA ST4)

  • In-depth knowledge of international standards and regulations related to technical documentation (in particular the European Machinery Directive)

  • Experience working with Adobe Creative Cloud

  • Careful and team-oriented working style

  • Independent and solution-oriented approach to work

  • Excellent written and spoken German and English skills

Become part of our team and set new standards in industrial measurement technology!

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Franziska Bäuerle