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Salary: USD 110,000 - 125,000 / annual
Halo Industries has developed a revolutionary laser-based technology to replace traditional semiconductor material slicing processes. The company, founded in 2014 at Stanford University, is well-funded and preparing for rapid growth in high-growth markets including automotive, telecommunications, and power electronics.
As a Technical Writer, you will author, maintain, and standardize comprehensive technical documentation including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, quality records, and training materials. This role bridges engineering, New Product Introduction (NPI), and quality assurance teams to ensure all procedures are clear, scalable, and compliant with industry standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and update assembly, alignment, calibration, and test procedures for laser-based semiconductor tools
- Work closely with engineering, optical, and manufacturing teams to capture accurate process details
- Produce illustrated work instructions and calibration/test guides using CAD drawings and photos
- Create standardized guides, SOPs, and technical onboarding templates for new hires
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, SEMI, and laser safety (ANSI Z136) standards throughout all documentation
- Partner with manufacturing operators and engineers to champion Continuous Improvement initiatives
You will need strong technical writing and visualization skills with the ability to quickly grasp and document complex hardware assemblies, precision systems, and operational workflows.
REQUIREMENTS:
Basic Qualifications:
- 3+ years of technical writing experience in the capital equipment industry
- Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience developing documentation for complex systems across mechanical, optical, electrical, and software engineering disciplines
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, universally accessible documentation
- Experience developing and delivering technical training programs
- Strong attention to detail, version control discipline, and procedural accuracy
- Excellent written communication and visual presentation skills
- Proactive communication style with proven ability to interface with engineering and NPI Subject Matter Experts
- Experience using PLM systems (e.g., Arena) for formal document control
- Proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and modern AI productivity tools
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of optomechanical assemblies, laser alignment, and motion/robotic subsystems
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and optical schematics
- Basic understanding of CAD viewing tools (SolidWorks) for extracting illustrations
- Working knowledge of SEMI and EHS documentation standards
- Experience documenting compliance for ISO 9001, SEMI, and ANSI Z136 laser safety standards
- Continuous Improvement mindset with track record of auditing documentation for clarity and accuracy
- High technical agility and ability to rapidly master complex, proprietary hardware workflows
