Job Description
Role Summary
The Chinese - English Translator (Engineering) at AESC's Sunderland Gigafactory will support seamless communication between Chinese and English-speaking teams. This role involves translating technical and business content, interpreting during meetings, and ensuring cultural nuances are respected. Candidates with an engineering background and an understanding of cultural differences between China and the U.K. are highly preferred. This is a full-time role requiring at least a one-year commitment.
Key Responsibilities
* Document Translation: Accurately translate technical documents, business reports, and internal communications between Chinese and English.
* Meeting Interpretation: Provide real-time interpretation during meetings, conferences, and training sessions, ensuring clarity and mutual understanding.
* Content Localization: Adapt training materials, presentations, and other communications to reflect cultural and linguistic differences between China and the U.K.
* Cultural Mediation: Bridge cultural differences between Chinese and U.K. teams, promoting effective collaboration and mutual respect.
* Technical Support: Leverage an engineering background to accurately translate technical terms and concepts.
* Terminology Management: Develop and maintain a glossary of technical terms to ensure consistent and high-quality translations.
* Project Coordination: Collaborate with multiple departments to manage translation projects and ensure timely delivery.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in Engineering, Translation, Linguistics, or a related field.
* Fluency in both written and spoken Chinese and English, with excellent grammar and vocabulary in both languages.
* Ability to commit to a full-time role for at least one year.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver accurate, context-sensitive translations.
* Familiarity with translation tools (e.g., Trados, MemoQ) is a plus.
* Understanding of cultural differences between China and the U.K., with the ability to navigate cross-cultural communication effectively.
* Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
* Engineering background or experience in technical translation in industries such as automotive, energy storage, or manufacturing.
* Familiarity with technical terminology related to batteries, energy, or engineering systems.
What We Offer
* A unique opportunity to gain in-depth experience in a global organization.
* Mentorship from professionals in translation, engineering, and cross-cultural communication.
* An inclusive and dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.
* Competitive compensation package and potential pathways to long-term roles within AESC.