Technical Author Illustrator

BMT; Weymouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced Pension

Maternity Pay 18 weeks

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing Fund

26 days leave + bank holidays

Discounts & Subscriptions

Professional subscriptions paid

Job summary

BMT in the United Kingdom is seeking a Technical Author Illustrator to support high-quality technical projects and documentation services from our Weymouth or Bath offices, with hybrid working options. Travel to customer sites will be required.

The role requires proven experience in technical authoring within defence or engineering, familiarity with S1000D and Simplified Technical English, and the ability to guide content creation and content pilots.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical authoring and documentation.
• Practical knowledge of S1000D and Simplified Technical English.
• Understanding UK MoD documentation standards.
• Experience with 2D/3D illustration content.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and publishing tools.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain technical reports, templates, and project documentation.
• Support scoping and pricing of project tasks.
• Lead small project teams to deliver tasks.
• Attend stakeholder meetings and communicate progress.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation

2D/3D illustration

S1000D

Simplified Technical English

MS Office

Communication

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

Eagle EPS

Larson

Job description

Technical Author Illustrator

Department: Technical Capability

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: UK - Weymouth

Reporting To: Danny Wharton

Description

Job Title: Technical Author Illustrator

Contract Type: Permanent

Flexibility: At BMT, we believe people do their best work when they have the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives. We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different, so we’re always happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you. While we can’t guarantee every request, we will always listen and explore options that support both you and the needs of the role.

Location: In terms of location, we require this role to be based from our Weymouth or Bath office and we are happy to explore flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Please note that travel to customer sites or to attend meetings will be required.

About BMT

BMT is dedicated to solving some of the most important engineering challenges of our time. Our people use their technical excellence to deliver practical, meaningful solutions that make a real difference.

We are committed to building a safer, more efficient, and more sustainable future. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our mission, shaping our culture and supporting our purpose.

Learn more about us at www.bmt.org.

Why Work for Us?

Joining BMT means joining a company that invests in you. As an Employee Benefit Trust (EBT) organisation, we’re independent and free from external shareholders - allowing us to reinvest in our people and make decisions that support long-term success.

You’ll have access to a wide range of benefits that support your health, family life, financial wellbeing, and personal development, including:

• Private Medical Insurance (including family cover)
• Enhanced Pension
• 18 weeks’ enhanced maternity pay (after 1 year’s service)
• Family-friendly policies
• Inclusive and supportive culture
• Annual Wellbeing Fund for hobbies and personal interests
• 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday trading
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Professional subscriptions paid

About The Role

As a Technical Information and Documentation Specialist, you will support the delivery of high-quality technical projects and documentation services, ensuring outputs meet agreed standards for time, cost, and quality. Working independently and collaboratively, you will contribute to the production and maintenance of technical reports, templates, and project documentation in line with BMT’s quality procedures and documentation standards. You will provide guidance to authors, engineers, and authoring assistants, support the scoping and pricing of project tasks, and identify opportunities to improve processes and update strategies. The role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to manage priorities while maintaining accurate project records. You will attend stakeholder meetings, elevate issues where appropriate, and, where required, lead small project teams to successfully deliver standalone tasks and project outputs.

About You

You will have proven experience in technical authoring and documentation within a defence or engineering environment, with practical knowledge of S1000D, Simplified Technical English, and UK MoD documentation standards. A recognised engineering qualification, or equivalent industry experience, will support your understanding of engineering systems, design changes, and their impact on technical documentation. You will be confident using Microsoft Office applications and technical publishing tools, with experience of illustration packages for creating and maintaining 2D and 3D technical content. Strong analytical and review skills are essential, enabling you to identify discrepancies, interpret complex technical information, and produce clear, accurate reports. You will be an effective communicator who enjoys collaborating with others, while also being capable of working independently and using your own initiative. Experience with Eagle EPS, Larson, or similar authoring tools would be advantageous.