Technical Author

JR United Kingdom; Chorley; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a skilled Technical Author to join a multidisciplinary engineering team in the nuclear sector. This role will involve producing detailed documentation to support complex design solutions while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal quality standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in technical writing and document management, with a solid understanding of engineering processes. The company offers a flexible working environment, including a 4-day work week and hybrid options, making it an attractive opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in a specialized field.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Technical Author or Document Management roles.
• Knowledge of Engineering & Manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Produce design substantiation and justification reports.
• Create and maintain technical documents including specifications and test plans.
• Ensure all documentation complies with regulatory frameworks.

Skills

Technical Writing

Document Management

Engineering Processes

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Technical Author to join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on highly specialised equipment within the nuclear sector. The role involves producing detailed documentation to support and validate complex design solutions, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce design substantiation and justification reports.
• Create and maintain technical documents including specifications, test plans, and O&M manuals.
• Liaise with engineers, project managers, and quality teams to gather technical information and ensure documentation accurately reflects design intent and project requirements.
• Ensure all documentation complies with regulatory frameworks, including nuclear safety standards, CE/UKCA marking requirements, and fabrication codes such as ASME or EN standards.
• Maintain document control and version management, ensuring accurate records throughout the document lifecycle and supporting audits or regulatory reviews.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Technical Author or Document Management roles.
• Knowledge of Engineering & Manufacturing processes.
• Eligibility for SC Clearance (British National or 5 years+ in UK).

Location: Chorley

Contract:

Pay: £40 - £50 per hour LTD (subject to CEST test / IR35 determination)

Working Hours: 4 day working week! Flexible Hours & Hybrid.