Technical Documentation Specialist

McHale; Connacht; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare cover

Pension scheme

Collaborative env

In-house training

Modern R&D facility

Canteen & parking

Job summary

McHale is seeking a Technical Documentation Specialist/Writer to compile and review technical manuals within our R&D department. This is a permanent position reporting to the R&D Manager.

You will update publications to style guidelines, explain complex tasks with images, and manage documents with in-house software, including translations across languages, in a modern R&D environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in the design and compilation of technical documentation.
• Excellent knowledge of English, with ability to explain complex tasks in simple steps.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be a team player, as circumstances dictate.
• Proficient in image capturing, editing and manipulation in various formats.
• A basic working knowledge of engineering drawings and electronic controls.
• Experience in 3D design (CAD) and illustration packages is desirable.
• Excellent IT skills and a willingness to learn new software packages.
• Flair for design, with excellent attention to detail in every aspect of the job.

Responsibilities

• Compile and continually update technical publications to the required style guidelines.
• Explain complex information, using images and illustrations in a clear and concise manner.
• Capture and edit images and illustrations to explain complex tasks using in-house software.
• Manage the flow and release of documents on our database and online portals.
• Prioritise workflow of documentation updates in a timely and orderly fashion.
• Co-ordinate and manage translation and review process in various languages.

Skills

Technical documentation

English proficiency

Self-starter / team player

Image capture & editing

Engineering drawings knowledge

CAD experience

Illustration experience

IT skills / quick learner

Attention to detail

Tools

CAD software

Illustration software

Image editing software

Job description

McHale is currently recruiting for a Technical Documentation Specialist/Writer to assist in compiling and reviewing technical manuals and other associated activities at our R&D department. This is a permanent position, reporting to the R&D Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Compile and continually update technical publications to the required style guidelines.
• Explain complex information, using images and illustrations in a clear and concise manner.
• Capture and edit images and illustrations to explain complex tasks using in-house software.
• Manage the flow and release of documents on our database and online portals.
• Prioritise workflow of documentation updates in a timely and orderly fashion.
• Co-ordinate and manage translation and review process in various languages.

Key Skills & Experience

• 2-3 years’ experience in the design and compilation of technical documentation.
• Excellent knowledge of English, with ability to explain complex tasks in simple steps.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be a team player, as circumstances dictate.
• Proficient in image capturing, editing and manipulation in various formats.
• A basic working knowledge of engineering drawings and electronic controls.
• Experience in 3D design (CAD) and illustration packages is desirable.
• Excellent IT skills and a willingness to learn new software packages.
• Flair for design, with excellent attention to detail in every aspect of the job.

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Company subsidised Healthcare Insurance for employee and family.
• Company Pension scheme available.
• A positive and collaborative working environment in a fast-paced and growing company.
• In-house training and mentoring by experienced R&D Engineers.
• A modern R&D facility with state-of-the-art technologies and systems to support your work.
• Subsidised canteen and free parking.