XML/DITA Technical Content Engineer

3M; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

3M is seeking a Digital Content Engineer to design and write technical documentation for products such as user instructions and data sheets. Based at the HQ in Bracknell, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create accurate, user-focused content and maintain documentation across product lines.

You will apply tools like XML/DITA and AEM Guides, manage publication processes, and expand your knowledge of products and audiences to drive content improvements.

Qualifications

• Holds a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a science-based discipline.
• Has previous experience, gained in academic and/or industry settings, working with technical content in private, public, government, and/or military environments.
• Demonstrates experience in XML/DITA structured content authoring using a content management system such as AEM Guides.

Responsibilities

• Designing and writing clear, accurate, user-focused instructional and reference documents using sound information and instructional design principles.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather information, verify accuracy, and maintain effective communication throughout product development.
• Applying technical writing tools and departmental standards, including XML/DITA, publishing software, and documentation processes, to develop high‑quality content.
• Managing documentation plans, review cycles, and updates across product lines while improving document quality and usability.
• Expanding knowledge of assigned products, audiences, and tools to support documentation improvements and department initiatives.

Skills

Technical writing

XML/DITA

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a science-based discipline

Tools

AEM Guides

XML/DITA

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Cloud

SharePoint

FrameMaker

AEM Guides/Assets

Microsoft Forms

Microsoft Teams

Job description

3M is seeking a Digital Content Engineer to design and write technical documentation for products such as user instructions and data sheets. Based at the HQ in Bracknell, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create accurate, user-focused content and maintain documentation across product lines.

You will apply tools like XML/DITA and AEM Guides, manage publication processes, and expand your knowledge of products and audiences to drive content improvements.