Lead Technical Writer

Job Title

Lead Technical Writer

Job Description

Lead Technical Writer (New Kensington, PA)

The Lead Technical Writer is responsible for creating/updating US and global instructions for use and labeling for regulated medical device products, operating as both a senior level individual contributor and a labeling leader.  This role leads labeling projects, mentors other writers, supports audits and regulatory submissions, and ensures labeling is compliant and effective.

Your role:

• Lead/manage groups of technical writers and/or project teams for Labeling Projects, including coordination with regulatory, compliance, quality, engineering, and marketing.
• Provide labeling support for assigned projects and Interfaces with business groups as needed to resolve labeling concerns.
• Assist Technical Writing manager with resource allocation, conduct meetings, and support the technical writing team.

You're the right fit if:

• You’ve acquired 8+ years of experience in medical device labeling.
• Your skills include attention to detail, analytical thinking, problem solving and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with using AI and/or developing or managing AI agents for technical writing related tasks, preferred.
• You have a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in English, Writing, Engineering or equivalent.
• You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.
• You can cultivate effective relationships with internal/external partners and provide influence over projects and peer groups, demonstrating full understanding of engineering specialization within the medical devices sector.

How we work together

We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company’s facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations.

This is an office role.

About Philips

We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody everywhere has access to the quality healthcare that we all deserve. Do the work of your life to help improve the lives of others.

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Philips Transparency Details

The pay range for this position in New Kensington, PA is $117,000 to $186,000.

The actual base pay offered may vary within the posted ranges depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.   

In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long-term incentives may be offered.  Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more.  Details about our benefits can be found here. 

At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case. 

Additional Information

US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa, now or in the future.

Company relocation benefits will not be provided for this position.  For this position, you must reside in or within commuting distance to New Kensington, PA.

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This requisition is expected to stay active for 45 days but may close earlier if a successful candidate is selected or business necessity dictates.  Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets and maintains a drug-free workplace.