Latin American Spanish Technical Translator

Location: Northford, CT (Preferred) OR Remote, USA

Experience: 10+ years (Relevant)

NOTE: The job will be similar to Latin American Spanish Technical Translator cum Reviewer

Key words: Latin American Spanish Technical Translation from English, Collaboration and Communication, Madcap Flare Authoring/CMS, Indesign- Authoring tool , Adobe Illustrator

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate technical manuals, user guides, installation instructions, data sheets, ECNs, and compliance documentation from English to neutral or LATAM-specific Spanish.
• Localize content for various LATAM regions while ensuring terminology accuracy and cultural appropriateness.
• Ensure the translated content aligns with local safety and industrial standards
• Collaborate closely with engineers, technical writers, and project managers to ensure clarity and consistency of terminology.
• Work with CAT tools and translation management systems (e.g., memoQ, Trados, Smartling).
• Maintain a regionally adapted terminology glossary and style guide specific to LATAM Spanish technical publications.
• Proofread and QA translated documents to ensure linguistic, technical, and regulatory accuracy.
• Provide translation support for UI labels, system prompts, safety warnings, training materials, and marketing assets if needed.

Requirements:

• Native-level fluency in Latin American Spanish, with strong command of English.
• 3+ years of experience translating technical documentation (engineering, electronics, industrial automation, safety systems).
• Understanding of regional regulatory frameworks (e.g., NOM, IRAM, ICONTEC, or equivalents -a good to have).
• Familiarity with structured content (DITA/XML), CMS platforms, and desktop publishing tools (Adobe InDesign, MadCap Flare, Illustrator), Jira.
• Expertise in using translation memory systems and managing terminology consistency across projects.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong proofreading/editing skills.
• Strong technical understanding of products and systems
• Proficiency in authoring tools like Adobe FrameMaker, MadCap Flare, or similar
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience with graphic design tools (if needed)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Translation, Linguistics, Engineering, or Technical Writing.
• Experience working with fire alarm systems or industrial safety systems (preferably)
• Exposure to UL/ULC standards and U.S.-based safety compliance documentation is an asset.
• Familiarity with localization strategies for neutral Spanish versus country-specific variants.

• Knowledge of industry standards for technical documentation:
• IEC/IEEE 82079-1: A documentation standard
• VDI guideline 2770: A guideline for exchanging documents
• ISO 2651x: Software documentation for target groups
• ISO/AWI 21999: A guideline for improving the quality of translations