Technical Writer

The purpose of the position is to create, revise and initiate/manage change for items which fall under the ownership of Technical Publication, including but not limited to Instructions for Use, Service Manuals, Quick Guides, Quick Reference Guide, Parts Lists, & Product Labels to agreed templates. You will participate in New Product Development (NPD) projects, by developing and deliver labeling connected to the product. You will also support labeling activities in engineering teams globally and be responsible for maintenance and life cycle management of labeling for assigned product group.

Your main responsibilities and tasks will be:

Lead major labelling activities that may imply cross product portfolio and site coordination.
Create items of labelling, ensuring that they meet the ArjoHuntleigh requirements and they are delivered within agreed timescales and budgets. Perform continues lifecycle management on labelling for active products.
Follow and support the development of the Technical Publication and its processes, tools and guidelines. This also imply associated guidelines such as Corporate Visual Identity and Design & Ergonomics Guidelines.
Create graphics/illustrations for use in product labelling.
Provide editorial support and guidance to labelling specialists and technical writers.
Work with Technical Publication Management, define/maintain/follow adequate department procedures that promote labelling accuracy, compliance and lean business practices in accordance with global regulatory and company standards.

Quality System Duties and Responsibilities:
Build Quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.
Ensure compliance with Regulatory bodies and applicable Standards for all labeling.
Provide guidance to all Design Authorities on labeling issues within ArjoHuntleigh.

The position is located at ArjoHuntleigh´s head office in Malmö and you will be reporting to the Industrial Design & Technical Publication Manager. Since you will have a global team, international travel is part of the role.


Getinge is in an exciting and intensive period of change. As we are planning the spin off and list of our division Patient and Post-Acute Care (PPAC), also known under the brand name ArjoHuntleigh, we are successively building up the new separate listed company.

Parts of our tech pub team will now go on leave and we are therefore looking for three Technical Writers on fixed-term contract (minimum one year) to support our team in Malmö. This is a real opportunity for an individual looking for a varied role where you have the possibility to interface with many different stakeholders. Welcome on an exciting journey together with Getinge/ArjoHuntleigh!

We are looking for you to have the following background and experience:

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in related field, or 10 years’ experience in lieu of degree.
5-10 years of experience of Technical Writing. Ideally familiar with Medical Devices Industry and relevant labeling regulations.
Proven software application experience including: Adobe CC with focus on InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Frame Maker and MS Office.
CAD and PDM system experience is positive but not mandatory.
Familiarity with similar products as in the portfolio is qualifying but not mandatory.

To be a successful Technical Writer you are likely to be a self-motivated team-player who likes to deliver results. You have a service-oriented attitude and a mentality of a doer, with high levels of energy and motivation. Furthermore it is important that you have excellent oral and written communication skills and are able to form strong partnerships. Acting with integrity, you easily build trust and commitment. Other key factors to succeed in this role is experience from working in cross-functional teams, managing multiple tasks and handle tight deadlines.

We would like to welcome you to a warm and fast-paced environment with high focus on team-work and a sense of belonging.


At Getinge we are dedicated and passionate about helping our customers save lives and ensure excellent care. We provide innovations for operating rooms, intensive-care units, sterilization departments and for life science companies and institutions. Our portfolio combines well-known product brands such as Maquet, Pulsion, Atrium, Lancer and Datascope – just to name a few.

A career at Getinge will provide career opportunities that both inspire and challenge. Here, you can make a difference every day.