Sabitu Ridwon

Sabitu Ridwon Location: Lagos, Nigeria Certified Multilingual Technical Translator | Specialist in Engineering, IT, and Industrial Documentation Professional Summary Strategic and results-driven Multilingual Technical Translator with 4+ years of experience providing specialized translation solutions for global engineering, IT, and industrial sectors. Skilled in Italian, Greek, and French to English translations, delivering accurate, compliant, and user-focused documentation for technical manuals, safety instructions, and software localization. Trusted by international brands for streamlining multilingual communication, reducing translation errors, and enhancing product usability across diverse markets. Core Skills & Expertise ● Technical Translation for Engineering, Manufacturing, and IT Documentation ● High-Volume User Manuals, Installation Guides, Safety Sheets, Product Catalogs ● IT and Software Localization ● Terminology Management and Consistency Control ● Advanced Editing, Proofreading, and Quality Assurance ● Multilingual Communication: Italian, Russian, French to English ● Cross-Functional Collaboration with Engineers and Product Specialists ● Project Delivery under Tight Deadlines with 99% Accuracy Rate Professional Experience Senior Technical Translator EuroTrans Solutions Sp. z o.o. Warsaw, Poland Jan 2024 ● Delivered high-precision translations for engineering manuals, installation instructions, and safety documentation across multiple industries. ● Led localization projects for industrial machinery and aerospace documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with EU standards. ● Collaborated with engineers to develop technical terminology databases and style guides. ● Implemented advanced QA processes, reducing inconsistencies by 25%. ● Managed multilingual translation projects, ensuring 100% on-time delivery. ● Advised clients on best practices for technical content localization, enhancing end-user comprehension. Technical Documentation Translator TransLingua Global Services Krakow, Poland Feb 2022 – Dec 2023 ● Specialized in maintenance manuals, repair guides, and product safety sheets for leading automotive and heavy machinery manufacturers. ● Developed structured terminology management systems, improving accuracy and reducing translation time. ● Provided translations for Italian, Russian, and French source documents for international distribution. ● Collaborated with clients to adapt complex technical content for target markets. ● Designed layout and formatting adjustments to improve documentation usability. ● Delivered consistent and clear translations, meeting high client satisfaction scores. Freelance Technical Translator Multilingual TechDocs Ltd Cape Town, South Africa Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 ● Delivered IT help files, product catalogs, and safety datasheets for tech and industrial companies. ● Assisted in software interface localization, improving user navigation and reducing support calls. ● Built translation memory assets, saving 30% time for recurring clients. ● Provided high-quality translations for global product launches. ● Ensured accuracy and compliance with international safety documentation standards. ● Worked directly with clients for customized translation solutions, increasing project retention rate. Junior Technical Translator LinguaPro International Madrid, Spain Internship Jul 2019 – Dec 2019 ● Supported senior translators on consumer electronics and industrial tools manuals. ● Conducted terminology research to ensure consistency across translations. ● Assisted with QA reviews, identifying and correcting technical errors. ● Worked on formatting and DTP adjustments for client-ready documentation. ● Localized safety instructions for compliance with European regulations. ● Gained experience in CAT tools and project workflows, building foundational expertise. Education ● Master’s Degree in Translation and Localization (Technical Specialization) University of Warsaw, Poland 2018 – 2019 ● Bachelor’s Degree in Language and Communication Studies University of Cape Town, South Africa 2014 – 2018 Languages ● Italian → English ● Greek → English ● French → English Tools & Software Expertise ● CAT Tools: SDL Trados Studio, MemoQ, Wordfast, Smartcat ● Terminology Management: SDL MultiTerm, Glossary Builder ● Office Tools: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint Rate per Hour: $10/hr