Technical Author

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organisation in the UK is seeking an experienced Technical Author to support projects in the regulated nuclear industry. You will produce and maintain technical documentation, translate complex information, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should have experience in technical documentation and a background in nuclear or regulated environments. This role offers competitive pay between £40-£45 per hour and a hybrid working setup.

Benefits

Expenses paid for hybrid work

Support for professional development

Collaborative engineering environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a Technical Author or similar role.
• Background in nuclear, radiological, or regulated environments.
• Minimum Requirement: SC Cleared.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain technical documentation.
• Translate complex engineering information into usable documents.
• Maintain accurate document control and records.

Skills

Strong written communication

Attention to detail

Confident using MS Office

Education

ONC or equivalent qualification

Job description

Technical Author

Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid
Reading | SC Clearance Required

We're looking for an experienced Technical Author to support engineering projects within a highly regulated nuclear environment.

What's in it for you

• £40-45ph Inside IR35
• Hybrid work (expenses paid)
• Support for professional development
• Collaborative engineering environment

What you'll be doing

• Produce and maintain technical documentation (procedures, method statements, risk assessments)
• Translate complex engineering information into clear, usable documents
• Work with engineers, site teams, and clients to gather and validate information
• Ensure documents meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate document control, indexing, and records

About the company

Our client is an established engineering organisation with 40+ years' experience delivering projects across the UK nuclear industry, including decommissioning, waste management, and high-hazard operations.

What you'll need

• Experience in a Technical Author or similar role
• Background in nuclear, radiological, or other regulated environments
• ONC or equivalent qualification (HND/Degree advantageous)
• Strong written communication and attention to detail
• Confident using MS Office
• Minimum Requirement: SC Cleared

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