Technical Translator

Job Purpose:

To translate technical documentation and other texts from German into English, ensuring that the target text reads like original English, using computer-assisted translation tools where directed to optimise the translation process.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• To translate technical documentation (e.g. order & fabrication manuals, operating instructions, computer applications and test reports) accurately into English to a standard fit for global publication.
• To translate marketing / advertising / corporate material (e.g. exhibition literature, product brochures, press releases and magazines) into English appropriately and with sufficient flair as to accurately reflect the source text and maximise promotion of the Schüco brand and products worldwide.
• To translate a wide range of other document types (e.g. contracts, quality standards, training courses and newsletters) to a standard fit for publication.
• To undertake terminology mining for all translation work as required and participate in the collection of company-specific terminology, consulting appropriate sources and attaining the requisite level of technical knowledge.
• To revise translations by internal and, where appropriate, external translators to ensure consistent high quality standards.
• To manage a personal work schedule and work flexibly to ensure that deadlines are met and high quality standards maintained.
• To participate at all levels of the translation project lifecycle, sharing responsibility for processing enquiries, logging incoming translation work, file management, pricing, scheduling and outsourcing as required.
• To prepare documents of all types for translation and publication, where necessary using DTP software.
• To be proactive in developing workflows, procedures, tools and guidelines for maximising efficiency within the team.

Essential Skills:

• English mother tongue with excellent language skills and writing style
• Graduate of German with near-native fluency and excellent knowledge of grammar
• A very keen eye for detail
• Ability to work accurately under pressure with constantly changing priorities
• High level of IT literacy
• A strong team focus

Desirable Skills:

• Postgraduate qualification in Translation (e.g. MA, Dip. Trans.)
• Previous translation experience and knowledge of CAT tools
• Knowledge of engineering, architecture or environmental issues

Supporting Information:

• Residing within commuting distance of Milton Keynes
• Right to work in the UK
• Ability to travel within the UK and/or other Schüco offices outside the UK

Job Type: Temporary contract
Contract length: 9 - 12 months

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Are you a graduate of German with near-native fluency and excellent knowledge of grammar?
• Do you have knowledge of engineering, architecture or environmental issues?
• Is English native or your first language?
• Do you have a degree in German? (eg BA)
• Do you have any specific translation qualifications or translation experience?
• Will you be able to reliably commute to Milton Keynes for 5 days a week for the first 3 months?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milton Keynes