Sr. Technical Writer (New Kensington, PA)
As the Sr. Technical Writer within the Sleep & Respiratory Care portfolio, you will create/update US and global instructions for use and labeling for regulated medical device products. This position operates as a senior-level individual contributor by managing labeling projects, supporting audits and regulatory submissions, and ensuring labeling is compliant and effective.
Your role:
- Develop, update, and maintain labeling including instructions for use, online help files, device labeling, and packaging for medical devices.
- Provide labeling support for assigned projects and interface with business groups as needed to resolve labeling concerns.
- Translate complex engineering, clinical, and regulatory inputs into clear, concise, user-focused content.
- Lead labeling strategy for new product development and post-market changes.
You're the right fit if:
- You’ve acquired 2+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree in areas such as Technical Writing or similar, OR no prior experience required with a Master’s degree.
- 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
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Philips Transparency Details
The pay range for this position in New Kensington, PA is $90,000 to $143,000.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Writing, Engineering, Technical Writing, or a related field, plus 2 or more years of experience; alternatively, a master’s degree with no prior experience required
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite
- Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to perform the position’s physical, cognitive, and environmental requirements with or without accommodation
- Ability to build relationships with internal and external partners and influence projects and peer groups
- Understanding of engineering specialization within the medical devices sector
- Experience using AI or developing or managing AI agents for technical writing tasks
- Residence in or within commuting distance of New Kensington, Pennsylvania
- US work authorization without current or future visa sponsorship
Philips Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Philips and has not been reviewed or approved by Philips.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout, including a strong 401(k) match (often described at 7%) alongside pensions in some contexts.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible benefits are emphasized through choice in health insurance options and a broad “Total Rewards” approach that combines compensation, health and wellness, and work-life support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave and time off breadth appears strong, with generous paid time off and policies covering parental leave, caregiving responsibilities, volunteering, and family medical leave.
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