Technical Author

Contechs Consulting; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment consultancy is seeking a Technical Author to develop and maintain part catalogues for an automotive OEM in Crewe. The role requires clear technical documentation abilities, familiarity with automotive engineering, and proficiency in CAD tools. This is a hybrid position with a 4-year contract. Applicants must have valid eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to create clear, concise technical documentation for diverse audiences.
• Experience with CATIA or simple CAD tool to create illustrations.
• Essential understanding of automotive parts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain part catalogues, aligned with new product launches.
• Interpret BoM and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Clear technical documentation creation

Proficiency in digital platforms

Experience in external publication

Experience with CAD tools

Familiarity with automotive engineering

Understanding of automotive parts

Tools

CATIA

Job description

Overview

Technical Author - Parts Catalogue

4-year contract (until June '29)

Hybrid working, based in Crewe

Outside IR35, 35 hrs pw

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.

About the company

I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Crewe, who are seeking a Technical Author to join their team

Job Description

As Technical Author, your main responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain part catalogues, aligned with new product launches and model year updates.
• Interpret BoM, Product Description Books (PDBs), Technical Product Descriptions (TPDs), Engineering Change documentation and CAD data.
• Ensure content is user-friendly, brand-aligned, and technically accurate.
• Ensure documentation meets internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Product Planning, Legal, and Marketing.
• Support internal and external communications, to promote Aftersales initiatives.

Qualifications/Skills needed

• Proven ability to create clear, concise technical documentation, for diverse audiences.
• Proficient in digital platforms and data management systems.
• Experience in external publication and catalogue systems.
• Experience with CATIA or simple CAD tool, to create illustrations.
• Familiarity with automotive engineering and Aftersales practises.
• Essential understanding of automotive parts

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

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