Technical Writer III -R&D

Overview

About B. Braun 

 

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap® and CAPS®.

 

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 61,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.BBraunUSA.com.

 

Responsibilities

Job Function - General:

 

• Gathers and analyzes technical and product information from various sources to document new or changing product functionality.
• Works with product/customer (i.e., higher level) requirements to refine them into more detailed (lower level) requirements & development specifications.
• Writes detailed descriptions of hardware/software architecture, interfaces, etc. using information from engineering team and other sources.
• Exercises product/code through testing activities in order to verify technical accuracy of documentation
• Assists in the development of thorough Instructions for Use and other product labeling & customer-facing communications for active device products
• Assists in the development of R&D-owned application notes, white papers - Attends project meetings to capture information that may impact documentation.
• Assists in the review and modification of operating procedures to improve departmental processes related to documentation generation, maintenance, review & approval workflows.
• Assists in the generation and maintenance of product Design History Files and helps maintain electronic documentation repository

The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor

from time to time.

 

General: It shall be the duty of every employee while at work to take reasonable care for safety and health of himself/herself and other persons.

 

Limit of Authorization/Authority:

Please refer to the Corporate Guidelines or BBMUS Guidelines or job specific authorities where applicable. This list is however not exhaustive and may be amended by the Management from time to time.

 

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.  The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

 

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Target Based Range

$98,700 - $108,700

Qualifications

Education and Professional Knowledge:

Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

06-08 years related experience required.

Certification:

N/A

Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

Requires advanced knowledge of professional field and industry. Influences the development of and drives the application of principles, theories, concepts. Determines best course of action.

Supervision Given and Received:

Work under minimal supervision. Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish assigned goals. May periodically assist in orienting, training, and/or reviewing the work of peers.

Problem Solving:

Judgement is required in resolving all day-to-day problems.

Contacts/Cooperation:

Contacts are primarily with department supervisors, leads, subordinates, and peers. Frequent contact with external contractors/vendors.

Additional Requirement:

Secrecy and invention agreement and non-compete agreement, Ability to work non-standard schedule as needed

Additional Information

Physical Requirement and Work E