Technical Author - Operator & Workshop Manuals

Aleido; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced leave policies

Refer-a-friend scheme

Internal employee recognition andAward

Wellness contribution

Medical cash plan

Employee discount portal

Job summary

Aleido in Warwick is seeking a passionate Technical Author - Operator & Workshop Manuals to join our expanding team. You’ll create and maintain high-quality operator and workshop manuals, translating complex engineering information into clear, user-focused content using structured authoring tools.

This role offers hybrid working in Warwick and collaboration across global brands. Join a collaborative environment that values precision, continuous improvement, and professional growth within a

Qualifications

• Experience in technical authoring, producing operator/workshop manuals.
• Automotive experience desirable.
• Excellent written and spoken English with ability to communicate complex information clearly.
• Strong ability to understand complex vehicle systems and engineering information.
• Experience writing for different target audiences.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
• Detail-oriented with proofreading accuracy.
• Experience with content management systems is advantageous.
• Knowledge of structured authoring and relevant software tools.
• Appropriate education or equivalent experience in a technical authoring role.

Responsibilities

• Create and update operator and workshop manual content to a high standard.
• Gather, collate and interpret technical information from multiple sources.
• Communicate professionally with internal teams and customer stakeholders.
• Use structured authoring tools and guidelines to create clear, customer-focused documentation.
• Interpret technical specifications and simplify systems into operating, maintenance and repair information.
• Utilise CAD data and relevant software tools to support content creation.
• Create clear and concise graphic briefs for Technical Illustrators.
• Manage vehicle validation workshops with stakeholders to ensure content accuracy.
• Manage relevant projects and deliver documentation to agreed timescales.
• Work effectively to tight deadlines while managing competing priorities.
• Work independently and use your own initiative with minimal supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent written English

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Strong technical aptitude

Proactive problem-solving

Good communication across teams

Education

Relevant education or equivalent experience in technical authoring

Tools

XML editors

XMetaL

Altova

Vis Mockup

CATIA

Creo

Photoshop

Microsoft 365

Content management systems

Job description

We’re looking for a passionate, detail-oriented Technical Author - Operator & Workshop Manuals to join our expanding team in Warwick.

In this role, you’ll create and maintain high-quality digital operator and workshop manuals, transforming complex engineering and technical information into clear, accurate and user-focused content. You’ll work to established authoring guidelines and standards, producing consistent and reusable documentation that can support multiple brands across a global marketplace.

Main Responsibilities

• Create and update operator and workshop manual content to a high standard.
• Gather, collate and interpret technical and engineering information from a range of sources.
• Communicate professionally with key internal teams and customer stakeholders, including vehicle engineering and brand personnel.
• Use structured authoring tools and established guidelines to create clear, customer-focused technical publications.
• Interpret technical specifications and simplify complex systems into structured, easy-to-understand operating, maintenance and repair information.
• Utilise CAD data and relevant software tools to support the creation of technical content.
• Create clear and concise graphic briefs for Technical Illustrators.
• Manage vehicle validation workshops in collaboration with key stakeholders to ensure technical content is accurate and representative of the product.
• Manage relevant projects and ensure documentation is delivered to agreed timescales.
• Work effectively to tight deadlines while managing competing priorities.
• Work independently and use your own initiative with minimal supervision.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in technical authoring, ideally producing operator manuals, workshop manuals or similar technical documentation.
• Automotive experience would be desirable.
• Excellent written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly.
• Strong technical aptitude and the ability to understand complex vehicle systems and engineering information.
• Strong research skills and the ability to identify and interpret the information required to complete a task.
• Experience writing and adapting technical content for different target audiences.
• Strong organisation skills, with the ability to manage and prioritise workload and deliver to tight deadlines.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to proofread technical documentation accurately.
• A proactive approach to identifying areas for improvement and developing practical solutions.
• Experience working with content management systems would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of structured authoring and technical software tools such as XML editors, XMetaL, Altova, Vis Mockup, CATIA, Creo, Photoshop and Microsoft 365 would be advantageous.
• An appropriate level of education or equivalent experience relevant to a technical authoring role.

Hours & Location

• 40 hours per week
• Warwick - flexible hybrid working

What We Offer

• Enhanced leave policies, including sickness and parental leave
• Refer-a-friend scheme
• Internal employee recognition and award schemes
• Wellness contribution
• Medical cash plan
• Employee discount portal

Why Aleido?

At Aleido, we believe in open collaboration, meaningful relationships and finding possibilities in everyday challenges.

You’ll be joining a people-focused, collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your expertise and perspective are valued. You’ll also have the opportunity to work with evolving technologies and help shape how complex technical information is created and delivered.