Job description

Technical Author

Location: Worcestershire
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time, Permanent

The Company

Our client is a leading engineering and manufacturing business that produces precision machinery and automation systems for customers across Europe. They are now seeking a Technical Author to join their European Engineering Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-driven professional to play a key role in creating and maintaining high-quality technical documentation for complex engineering products.

The Role

Reporting to the Team Leader/Senior Design Manager, the Technical Author will be responsible for producing and maintaining technical manuals, assembly instructions, specifications, and supporting documentation. The successful candidate will ensure all documents meet company standards, are technically accurate, and are completed to agreed timescales.

Key Responsibilities

Create and maintain Operating Manuals, Maintenance Manuals, Detail Specifications, and spare parts lists
Manage internal documentation, including assembly instructions, machine manuals, CE files, and risk assessments
Ensure all technical documentation is accurate, clear, and compliant with internal and industry standards
Work closely with engineers and design teams to collect information and translate it into clear, user-friendly content
Deliver documentation on time and in line with project schedules

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in an engineering-related discipline
Excellent written English and strong attention to detail
Computer literate, with good organisational and time management skills
Methodical, conscientious, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong communication skills and ability to meet tight deadlines

Desirable:

Background in engineering or machine tool manufacturing
Experience in technical writing within an engineering environment
Familiarity with CAD systems (preferably CATIA Composer or CREO Illustrate)
Experience using graphics manipulation software (e.g. Photoshop, PaintShop)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Pro
Basic knowledge of French or German

Why Apply?

Join a highly respected engineering company with a global reputation
Work as part of a collaborative European engineering team
Contribute to the creation of industry-leading technical documentation
Competitive salary and benefits package

To Apply

If you are a detail-oriented Technical Author with an engineering background and a passion for precision documentation, apply today with your CV.