John Parkes

I hold a degree in BA from the University of East Anglia, where I specialised in French and Spanish translations from English and vice versa. My education has equipped me with the core skills and knowledge to understand the nuances of language and effectively translate technical documents, training manuals, business contracts and marketing collateral, to name a few.

My knowledge in the technical translation of French, English and Spanish terms often used in healthcare, industrial automation and vehicular manufacturing helps me do accurate translations in a time-bound manner. A recent project allowed me to get into post-editing to improve machine-generated industrial translations. I ensure that my translated information complies with applicable civil liability codes; this is vital.

With over 13 years in industrial translation, I have worked with various clients, from small businesses (Metis Labs, Swytch Technology) to large corporations (Hilti, Oxford PharmaGenesis). I translate product manuals (user and administration), safety instructions, and detailed engineering reports.

As an industrial translation expert, I have written several publications (International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics), including articles and White Papers, in which I have shared my knowledge and insights on the challenges of translating technical content accurately.