Manufacturing Technical Author

Aggreko plc; Dumbarton; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous pension

Annual bonus

Life Assurance

30 days annual leave + 3 public hols

Training & development

Volunteer days

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Aggreko plc is seeking a Manufacturing Technical Author based at Lomondgate Production Facility in Dumbarton. This role focuses on turning complex manufacturing and engineering information into practical, easy-to-follow documentation for SOPs, work instructions and safety materials.

You will work with engineers and shop-floor teams to capture best practices, translate technical content for training, and develop visual docs such as process flows and diagrams.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to produce clear technical documentation and SOPs.
• Experience collaborating with engineers and production teams.
• Knowledge of quality standards and document control processes.
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain clear, accurate SOPs, work instructions, and safety docs.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to capture best practices.
• Translate complex information for effective training.
• Develop visual documentation with process flows and diagrams.
• Ensure documentation is compliant and kept up to date.

Skills

Technical writing

Engineering background

Process documentation

Quality standards

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Document management systems

Process diagram tools

Job description

Bring your energy to Aggreko as a Manufacturing Technical Author based in our Lomondgate Production Facility. You’ll turn complex manufacturing and engineering information into clear, practical documentation that people can easily follow.

Power without pause. Heating, cooling and oil-free air without end. We keep our customers’ worlds on. From world-class events that last a few weeks to mining operations and remote communities who rely on us for decades.

What you’ll do as a Manufacturing Technical Author:

• Create and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, maintenance procedures, and safety documentation.

• Work closely with engineers, production teams, and process experts to capture and document manufacturing best practices.

• Translate complex technical information, supporting training, consistency, and operational excellence.

• Develop visual documentation, including process flows, diagrams, and work instructions imagery gathered from the shop floor.

• Ensure all documentation is compliant, accurate, and up to date, supporting quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives

You are:

• A strong technical background in engineering or manufacturing, with the ability to quickly understand complex products, processes, and systems.

• Excellent communication skills, with experience turning technical information into clear and engaging documentation.

• Experience working with quality standards and document management systems, combined with a keen attention to detail.

• Proficient in using digital tools and emerging technologies, with a passion for improving how information is created, managed, and shared.

• Problem solver looking to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.

Here’s what you’ll get:

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a generous pension plan, annual bonus opportunities, and Life Assurance.

• Annual leave allowance of 30 days plus 3 public holidays with the flexibility to buy or sell additional days to suit your lifestyle

• Ongoing training and personalised development pathways to help you grow your skills and progress in your career

• Paid volunteering days, giving you the chance to make a positive impact in your local community

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential support and resources to promote your wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance

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Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.