HTRC Technical Author

MTC - Manufacturing Technology Centre; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Technical Documentation to support pioneering aerospace manufacturing research and development in collaboration with industry partners. You will help document, improve and support advanced manufacturing processes at HTCR facilities.

As part of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will create, manage and control essential technical documentation, ensuring knowledge is captured, maintained and communicated across

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or related discipline or equivalent industrial experience.
• Experience creating and managing technical documentation within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written communication and technical writing skills.
• Strong organisational and document control discipline.

Responsibilities

• Creating and updating Technical Instructions
• Maintaining Engineering Work Instructions
• Producing and updating training documentation and training packs
• Managing equipment handover documentation ("Blue Folder" documentation)
• Archiving and controlling fixed process documentation
• Tracking documentation through review and approval workflows
• Maintaining documentation logs and status reports
• Supporting manufacturing trials and research activities in line with HTRC processes
• Collaborating with manufacturing, design, operations, research and project teams to deliver successful outcomes.

Skills

Technical documentation

Manufacturing knowledge

Written communication

Documentation control

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Engineering or related

Job description

Help Shape the Future of Aerospace Manufacturing

Are you a manufacturing engineer with a passion for technical excellence and creating clear, high-quality engineering documentation?

The High Temperature Research Centre (HTRC), a unique collaboration between the University of Birmingham and Rolls-Royce, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Technical Documentation to support pioneering research and development in turbine component manufacture. Working with world-leading experts and cutting-edge facilities, you'll play a vital role in documenting, improving and supporting advanced manufacturing processes.

About The Role

As part of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will support process engineering and project delivery activities through the creation, management and control of technical documentation. Your work will ensure that critical manufacturing knowledge is captured, maintained and effectively communicated across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating and updating Technical Instructions
• Maintaining Engineering Work Instructions
• Producing and updating training documentation and training packs
• Managing equipment handover documentation ("Blue Folder" documentation)
• Archiving and controlling fixed process documentation
• Tracking documentation through review and approval workflows
• Maintaining documentation logs and status reports
• Supporting manufacturing trials and research activities in line with HTRC processes
• Collaborating with manufacturing, design, operations, research and project teams to deliver successful outcomes.

About You

We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented engineer who thrives in a collaborative technical environment.

You’ll ideally have:

• A degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline, or equivalent industrial experience
• Experience creating and managing technical documentation within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• A solid understanding of manufacturing and component engineering principles
• Excellent written communication and technical writing skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple documentation activities simultaneously
• High attention to detail and document control discipline
• The ability to engage effectively with engineers, technicians, researchers and project teams.

Desirable Experience

Experience in any of the following areas would be advantageous:

• Aerospace manufacturing
• Turbine component manufacture
• Investment casting
• Precision machining
• Research and development environments
• Process development and continuous improvement
• Non-conformance investigation and resolution
• Inspection methods and capability development
• Manufacturing trials and experimentation
• Developing methods of manufacture and technical packages
• Coaching or supporting technical teams.

Why Join HTRC?

At HTRC, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on next-generation aerospace technologies
• Contribute to world-leading manufacturing research
• Help develop future manufacturing processes and capabilities
• Collaborate with industry and academic experts
• Make a direct impact on advanced engineering and technology development.

What We're Looking For

You’ll be someone who:

• Takes ownership and delivers with integrity
• Is self-motivated and proactive
• Enjoys working as part of a high-performing team
• Communicates clearly and confidently
• Embraces continuous improvement and innovation
• Maintains exceptional standards of quality and accuracy.

About The MTC

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned and respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering from around the globe. The MTC's engineers, scientists and technicians work with some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world in a supportive and collegiate environment for the development and demonstration of new technologies on an industrial scale, helping manufacturers of all sizes develop new and innovative processes and technologies. Established to prove cutting edge manufacturing advances in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions, the MTC works with hundreds of industrial clients across a range of sectors including automotive, aerospace, rail, informatics, food and drink, infrastructure, construction and civil engineering, electronics, oil and gas and defence. The MTC helps businesses thrive by advancing their technological and engineering capabilities to improve their business efficiency, capability and competitiveness. Supported by one of the largest public sector investments in UK Manufacturing, the MTC's engineering capabilities cover research and development, advanced manufacturing management, factory design and training for the skills of the future. The MTC has world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford, and is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supported by Innovate UK.

Reference Checks and Security Checks (where applicable)

Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of security clearance checks.