Technical Author

Oxford Instruments; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Technical Author to join their dynamic team in Bristol. This permanent position involves creating and refining technical documentation, ensuring accuracy and clarity for high-tech products. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical writing skills, a recognized qualification in technical authoring, and experience in the semiconductor or scientific sectors. In addition to collaborating with engineers and stakeholders, you will be responsible for peer reviewing documentation and conducting research. Join a company that values quality and customer satisfaction while offering competitive salary and benefits, including private healthcare and flexible working options.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Share Plans

25 Days Holiday

Half-Days on Fridays

Pension Scheme

On-Site Canteen

Flexible Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in a technical author role.
• Strong technical writing skills and familiarity with document review cycles.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain clear technical documentation for high-tech products.
• Collaborate with engineers to clarify technical queries professionally.

Skills

Technical Writing

Document Review

Research and Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Technical Authoring Qualification

Experience in Semiconductor Sector

Experience with Simplified Technical English

Tools

MadCap Flare

Adobe Acrobat

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

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We are excited to announce a job opportunity at our Severn Beach, Bristol location! We are seeking a talented Technical Author to join our global team on a permanent basis. In this role, you will create and refine technical documentation, focusing on content validation and review. The ideal candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and will collaborate effectively across departments with diverse stakeholders. At Oxford Instruments, our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction makes this position crucial for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of our documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce, develop, and maintain clear technical documentation for our high-tech products.
• Peer review work by other authors, following internal guidelines for editing and accuracy.
• Research and understand the technology and applications related to the documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers and managers to clarify technical queries professionally.
• Provide photographs or illustrations as needed.
• Liaise with subject-matter experts, including Sales and Marketing, for project launches and support documentation.

Test and update documentation, including working in our engineering lab to validate procedures. Understand system requirements and limitations.

Communicate effectively with audiences such as engineers, technicians, and software developers, summarising technical information appropriately.

Education/Qualifications:

• A recognised technical authoring qualification or equivalent.
• Proficiency with PC applications, including MadCap Flare, Adobe Acrobat, SolidWorks, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience or background in the semiconductor, electro-mechanical, or scientific sectors is highly desirable.
• Minimum of three years in a technical author role.
• Experience with Simplified Technical English is an advantage.

Professional Skills/Abilities:

• Strong technical writing skills and familiarity with document review cycles.
• Ability to follow company documentation procedures and style.
• Good proofreading, peer review, and presentation skills.
• Experience in writing procedural documentation.
• Research and analysis skills for complex technical information.
• Understanding of manufacturing and design practices.
• Ability to meet deadlines and communicate technical details effectively.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.

Personal Qualities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and methodical approach.
• Team player with emotional intelligence.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Willingness to travel occasionally; minimum of three days on-site.

At Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, we provide tools for micro- and nano-structure engineering, supporting research and production in various fields including medical devices, electric cars, and quantum computing.

We offer a competitive salary, career development opportunities, work-life balance, private healthcare, share plans, 25 days holiday, half-days on Fridays, a pension scheme, on-site canteen, and flexible benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you face any barriers during your application process.

Note to recruitment agencies: Oxford Instruments operates a Preferred Supplier List and does not accept unsolicited CVs. Please do not forward candidate details in response to this advert or to any employees or locations. We are not responsible for fees related to unsolicited CVs.