What are the responsibilities and job description for the Simultaneous Japanese/English Interpreter position at Lumenance LLC?
This is a contingent position with Honda R&D. The term of the contract is open (no scheduled end date). In this role, you will be providing Japanese/English simultaneous interpretation support as it relates to global passenger vehicle R&D.
Requirements
Education & Experience
- 4-year Bachelor's degree
- Minimum 5 years experience in simultaneous Japanese/English translation in a business environment
Required Skills
- Provide accurate simultaneous interpretation (equipment provided) within a technical environment
- Able and willing to provide interpretation for meetings at any hour required (given time difference between Japan and Ohio USA)
- Must be able to work independently as an interpreter as you will be managing interpretations alone for video conferences during morning or evenings
- Timely and accurate translation of written documents
- Smooth, clear communication skills in both English and Japanese
- Must be able to work well within a team. At times, you will be working with other interpreters to support business requirements.
NOTE: Your hours will likely be irregular in order to meet the demands of Honda R&D users. That means some days will be short and some will be long. For most weeks, though, the goal will be to keep you from going over 40 hours for the whole week. While travel is usually not common, there may be times when you will need to visit suppliers, etc.
Given you'll be supporting global business needs, you must be able and willing to manage international travel and around the clock business needs as required.
Benefits
- Overtime pay
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance