Technical Translator (Japanese – English) Automotive

Description:

Responsibilities:

• Translation of vehicle specifications, manuals, drawings, test procedures, etc. mainly from Japanese into English.
•  Proofreading/editing of translated documents.
• Translation of presentation materials, technical reports, other reports, emails, general documents, etc.
• Formatting of translated documents to include source language graphics.
• Interpreting at various meetings. Meetings could include an evening meeting once a month. However, the opportunity for interpreting is fairly rare.
• Collaboration with the translation group to develop and improve translation job systems.
• Support with maintaining and updating terminology lists.
• The job is 90%+ document translation.

Requirements:

• Excellent written and spoken language skills in English and Japanese (Japanese
  skills must be at least JLPT 1 for non-native speakers, or equivalent)
• 2- or 4- year college degree
• 2-5 years of translation experience, preferably technical translation and/or
  business translation in automotive or a technical field
• Advanced MS Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to operate translation software (TRADOS) is a plus
• Ability to follow written instructions, plan, organize, and meet deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with people at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as work long periods by oneself in front of a computer
• Interview would include a brief J-E translation test done on PC without the use of dictionaries, internet, or cell phone.

Benefits:

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Employee referral plan
• No health insurance is offered at this time