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Technical Author HTC

  • Application Deadline: Jan. 11, 2025
  • Eindhoven
  • Hybrid
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 11, 2025
  • Eindhoven
  • Hybrid

Building the future together in a smarter way

Are you a technical jack-of-all-trades with a talent for translating complex subject matter into clear, appealing content? Do you want to work from home and be part of an innovative team? Then we are looking for you!

Your role

As Technical Author, you develop high-quality technical documentation, from manuals to online content. Together with technical experts, you make the incomprehensible understandable. You also ensure up-to-date documentation that complies with the latest standards. By continuously analysing user feedback, you optimise the user experience.

Your environment

You work with leading international companies in multidisciplinary teams. A mix of office, home and customer visits is part of the possibilities. Flexible working hours and remote working are standard. You are part of a close-knit team of 60 technical writers and are well supported by your project leader.

Your main responsibilities

  • Develop high-quality technical documentation, including manuals and online content, in collaboration with technical experts.
  • Translate complex subject matter into clear, understandable content.
  • Maintain up-to-date documentation that complies with current standards.
  • Continuously analyse user feedback to enhance the user experience.
  • Work with multidisciplinary teams on projects for leading international clients.

Your skills skills and experience

  • Experience: Minimum 3-5 years' experience as a Technical Author.
  • Language Proficiency: Excellent command of English; knowledge of Dutch is an advantage.
  • Technical Skills: Proficient with various documentation systems and software.
  • Mobility: Willingness to travel; a valid driver’s license is useful.
  • Team Collaboration: Ability to work in diverse team settings (home, office, customer sites) with flexible hours.

We also value

  • Industry Experience: Previous experience in a similar role with international or multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Standards Familiarity: Knowledge of industry documentation standards (e.g., DITA, XML).
  • Continuous Improvement: Familiarity with user experience optimisation methods through feedback loops.

What we offer

  • Environment: Work in a collaborative, supportive team of 60 technical writers.
  • Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary (€3,500 - €4,500 gross per month).
  • Contract: Temporary with a view to permanent employment.

Great Place to Work

  • Collective pension plan

    Collective pension plan

  • Fresh fruit available daily at the workplace

    Fresh fruit available daily at the workplace

  • A remote work policy and flexible working hours

    A remote work policy and flexible working hours

  • 25 annual vacation days (with the option to purchase more)

    25 annual vacation days (with the option to purchase more)

  • Active employee association

    Active employee association

  • Access to e-learning courses through a GoodHabitz account

    Access to e-learning courses through a GoodHabitz account

  • Personal development budget aligned with our career model, with an annual training budget of €1,500

    Personal development budget aligned with our career model, with an annual training budget of €1,500

Work with great people

Patrick Thonies
Technical writer
"This field offers the opportunity to be involved in the latest developments and technological innovations without needing to be an engineer yourself. At Etteplan, you can fully express your passion for technology!"
Eric & Charlie Nettekoven
Technical Illustrator & 3D Visualisation and Animation Specialist
"I have to say, at first, I was teaching Charlie – now I am learning from him."
Sanne de Laat
Technical Illustrator
"I remember when I tried it out for the first time, I was immediately in love with it."

About the company

As a technology service company, we bring people and technology together to change things for the better. For creating solutions positively impacting our everyday life, we need diverse people, expertise, and collaboration. Together with our customers, we are building the world we wish to see. Explore our openings and become part of a culture which believes in collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Our values – forward focus, bold thinking, smarter together – set the foundation for our culture. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, Etteplan is where your next adventure might be just around the corner. Your journey starts here!

Diversity, equity and inclusion​

At Etteplan, we believe that embracing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is key to our innovation and success. Our global community Happy DEIs, helps create an environment where every voice is heard and valued and every employee feels included and empowered. We provide a platform for open discussion, networking, and continuous learning, ensuring that DEI is woven into the fabric of our workplace. Join us and you'll be part of a company that doesn't just talk about DEI – we live it.​


Forward focusWe take pride and ownership in our work as well as our personal and professional growth. For us, new technologies are opportunities waiting to be turned into our competitive advantage. With our foresight and proactive mindset, we advance the success of both our customers and Etteplan.

Bold thinkingWe explore new horizons, challenge ideas, and actively propose innovative solutions. We promote an environment of open dialogue, where we have the freedom to voice our opinions openly and honestly without fear of judgment.

Smarter togetherWe share ideas with one another, not just with our closest colleagues but across different disciplines and service areas. By learning together, we help foster a diverse community where knowledge flows freely, where collaboration knows no limits, and where everyone can feel they belong.

Brigitte Hendriks | Contact Person

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