Technical Writer

Many structural heart patients suffer from heart failure with limited options. Our Implantable Heart Failure Management (IHFM) business’s AI, Product and Platforms organization, is at the forefront of addressing these unmet patient needs through pioneering technology that enables early, targeted therapeutic intervention. Our innovative solutions are not just transforming patient care but also creating a unique and exciting environment for our team members. It is our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

• Provide technical writing expertise to create moderately complex Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) protocols and reports, technical summaries, and test procedures.

• Maintain documentation in a standard format following established guidelines.

• Collaborate with stakeholders, including production employees, technicians, engineers, project teams, regulatory teams, and management, to understand product, component, or device changes.

• Review documents for style, clarity, grammar, and punctuation.

• Identify and correct inconsistencies in content, development, or organization, and partner with authors to recommend appropriate adjustments to documents and procedures.

• Respond to requests for clarification or explanation of reference materials and technical documentation.

• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3 years of technical writing experience, or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria.

• Relocation is not provided for this role. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Irvine, California will be considered.

• Biotechnology, medical device, or healthcare industry experience

• Expertise in technical documentation software administration like MedCap Flare, Adobe, Paligo

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher; Adobe and Photoshop experience preferred.

• Strong editing, proofreading, and technical writing skills.

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English, with strong interpersonal skills.

• Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

• Solid knowledge and understanding of policies, procedures, and guidelines relevant to technical documentation development.

• Solid knowledge of documentation types, such as procedures, routers, process sheets, technical summaries, protocols, and test reports.

• Solid knowledge of product assembly procedures.

• Ability to work independently on more complex projects and/or lines of work, with work reviewed for accuracy and soundness.

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strict attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a team environment, including interdepartmental teams, and represent the organization on specific projects.

• Ability to build productive internal and external working relationships.

• Commitment to following all company rules and requirements, including pandemic protocols and Environmental Health & Safety rules, and taking appropriate control measures to help prevent injuries, protect the environment, and prevent pollution within the area of influence/control.

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $68,000 to $96,000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).  Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.  

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.