Korean​/English Technical Interpreter

• Work Hours:
  
  8 am - 5 pm, 40 hours weekly (overtime as needed)
• Number of Open Positions: 2
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP

Our client is seeking an experienced, professional Korean-English interpreter to support daily operations at a fast-paced semiconductor construction and manufacturing facility. This is a high-stakes environment where communication accuracy directly impacts safety, efficiency, and project success. If you thrive under pressure, bring deep technical interpretation expertise, and are ready to work alongside Korean expatriates and local teams in a dynamic setting — we want to hear from you.

• Deliver real-time simultaneous and consecutive interpretation between Korean and English across meetings, field operations, and technical discussions
• Serve as the critical communication link between Korean expatriate staff and local employees, contractors, and vendors
• Provide accurate technical interpretation for construction, equipment installation, and semiconductor manufacturing activities
• Translate documents, emails, technical specifications, and meeting materials with precision and urgency
• Respond to short-notice requests and adapt quickly to shifting priorities and schedules
• Uphold strict standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism at all times

• Professional interpretation experience is required — entry-level candidates will not be considered
• Demonstrated proficiency in both simultaneous and consecutive interpreting techniques
• Strong background in technical translation
  , ideally within construction, engineering, manufacturing, or semiconductor industries
• Native or near-native fluency in both Korean and English
• Ability to work overtime and flexible hours as operational demands require
• Highly collaborative mindset with the ability to remain composed in high-pressure, fast-changing environments
• Must be eligible to work in the US (No sponsorship available)

Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent professional experience in interpretation or translation will be considered.

You'll play an essential role in one of the most technically demanding industries in the world, working at the intersection of culture, language, and cutting-edge semiconductor innovation. This is not a back-office role — you'll be on the ground, in the room, and integral to every critical conversation.