Technical Author

Morson Talent; Dorchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical documentation firm in Dorchester, UK, is seeking a Technical Author to develop and maintain clear, user-friendly documentation for engineering products. This role requires expertise in translating complex engineering concepts into concise language, managing multiple projects, and collaborating with engineers. Candidates should have a strong background in technical writing, engineering principles, and proficiency in documentation tools. The position offers flexible work hours and various employee benefits including hybrid working options.

Benefits

Optional 9-day fortnight

25 days holiday

Annual bonus

Flexible working hours

Option to buy or sell holiday

Qualifications

• Professional engineer or technician with relevant experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Understanding of S1000D standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Translate complex engineering concepts into clear language.
• Manage document revisions and configuration control.

Skills

Technical writing

Engineering principles understanding

Excellent communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Experience in a high technology or regulated industry

Technical Author experience

Tools

Adobe FrameMaker

MadCap Flare

Job description

Overview

Our Technical Authoring team provides clear, accurate and user-friendly documentation for complex engineering products across Ultra Maritime’s products, everything from hardware to software. You will work closely with engineers, project managers, and support teams to ensure technical information is communicated effectively to end‑users and stakeholders.

You will be expected to be flexible and work across a number of different projects. This role will involve engagement with projects, and requires someone who is not afraid to get stuck into the detail, whilst understanding the considerations of cost, quality and schedule.

This role involves a keen eye for detail, and may include the creation of technical drawings. It offers a chance to grow your career within a progressive, dynamic environment with exposure to ground‑breaking technologies and systems, including the world's first Integrated Sonar System and the market-leading fully digital Hull Mounted Sonar, S2150.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including user manuals, maintenance guides, and service bulletins.
• Translate complex engineering concepts into clear, concise language, using simplified technical English.
• Ensure all documentation complies with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with design and support teams to gather technical data and verify accuracy.
• Manage document revisions and configuration control throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support digital content creation, including interactive manuals and online help systems.
• Engage and develop skills across engineering, including Mechanical Engineering and Configuration Management as demand occurs.

Qualifications

• Dynamic, professional engineer or technician with experience within a high technology or regulated industry.
• Experience as a Technical Author in an engineering or technical environment.
• Understanding of engineering principles and technical terminology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in documentation tools (e.g., Adobe FrameMaker, MadCap Flare) - nice to have.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Knowledge of standards such as S1000D.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Additional Requirements

Understand and take responsibility for documentation created using S1000D within the organisation. Requires UK Security Clearance.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a talent for rapidly building rapport with a broad range of internal and external customers from diverse backgrounds.
• Work to resolve conflict wherever it arises, promoting harmony within the team.
• Excellent communication skills and the empathy to adapt your communication style in response to others' needs.
• Capable of providing mentorship and guidance to less experienced co‑workers.

Benefits on Offer

• Optional 9-day fortnight
• TOIL
• Flexible working hours
• 1pm finish on a Friday
• Annual bonus
• Hybrid working for certain job roles
• Casual dress
• 25 days holiday
• Christmas shut down
• Option to buy or sell holiday
• Option to purchase private health care, dental, critical illness etc via salary sacrifice
• Reward hub - discounts at over 200 online stores
• Pension starting at 5% Employer / 4% Employee. Employee contribution level ranges from 4% to 70% (subject to National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage).