Technical Author

Roc Search GmbH; Essex; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in engineering documentation in the United Kingdom is looking for a Technical Author to produce high-quality technical documentation. The ideal candidate will have a background in technical environments and strong skills in writing, editing, and proofreading. Responsibilities include creating manuals, updating documentation for compliance, and producing illustrations using CAD data. This position demands an eye for detail and understanding of industry standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical, engineering, or manufacturing environment creating technical manuals and compliance documents.
• Strong technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills are essential.
• Ability to research, interpret, and structure complex technical information.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain manuals and product information.
• Update documentation based on design changes and feedback.
• Ensure documentation compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Proofreading

Attention to detail

Researching technical information

Tools

Structured authoring tools

Illustration software

Job description

A key client of mine in the Manufacturing and Engineering sector is seeking a Technical Author to join its Technical Publications team. This role focuses on creating and maintaining high-quality technical documentation for bespoke products, which need to adhere to strict compliance standards.

This role would suit anyone with the following job titles - Technical Author, Engineering Documentation specialist, Documentation Engineer, Technical Editor or anyone with similar experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain manuals, product information and catalogues for company products
• Update documentation to reflect design changes and customer feedback
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and Simplified Technical English
• Produce illustrations using product CAD data for technical publications and catalogues
• Proofread and review technical publications

Experience & Skills

• Background in a technical, engineering, or manufacturing environment - creating technical manuals, compliance documents and other
• Strong technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Ability to research, interpret, and structure complex technical information
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience with structured authoring tools and illustration software is advantageous