Technical Publications Engineer — Aerospace & Defense

Quest Global; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global in the United Kingdom is seeking a Technical Publications Engineer to develop high-quality installation manuals, user guides, and other technical documentation for aerospace and defense projects. You will collaborate with design, manufacturing, and product teams to ensure accuracy and clarity.

You will interpret mechanical drawings and BOMs, create 2D/3D illustrations, and ensure documentation meets national and international standards, using Solid Edge or equivalent tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; equivalent experience.
• Experience with rotating machinery in engineering design environments.
• Experience in heavy engineering, power transmission systems, gears and gear boxes.
• Knowledge of quality standards (AS9100, ISO 9001).
• Proficient in root cause analysis and failure mode analysis techniques.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Author and update installation manuals, service manuals, and other client-facing documentation.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, CAD models, and BOMs for user-centric documentation.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing and product teams to capture product functionality.

Skills

Technical writing

Mechanical drawings

3D CAD

Authoring tools

Attention to detail

Structural design

Heavy industry design

Gear design

Subsystem interactions

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

CAD software

Job description

Quest Global in the United Kingdom is seeking a Technical Publications Engineer to develop high-quality installation manuals, user guides, and other technical documentation for aerospace and defense projects. You will collaborate with design, manufacturing, and product teams to ensure accuracy and clarity.

You will interpret mechanical drawings and BOMs, create 2D/3D illustrations, and ensure documentation meets national and international standards, using Solid Edge or equivalent tools.