Our client is a leading specialist manufacturer who needs to appoint an experienced Technical Author to the team. As Technical Author you will primarily be responsible for the creation, modification, and filing of technical documentation for all equipment sold by the business, both nationally and internationally.

A large part of this will be creating manuals and keeping them up to date with the latest information about the equipment. To do this you will be frequently liaising with multiple departments, including Design, Controls, Manufacturing, Sales, Technical Support &Service to generate a thorough and accurate manual that is updated as the machines are tested and developed.

Another key part of the role will be putting together drawing packs for the production team with clear information on how to assemble the machines.

• Creating and maintaining technical manuals with all the relevant information, including (but not limited to): assembly drawings, controls screens, schematics, bill of parts, spares lists & operating instructions
• Research, analyse, and understand the latest machinery standards, material specifications, and Controls requirements
• Assisting production with minor assembly queries
• Photographing and videoing machines where required for both record keeping and to assist re-assembly of machines after transportation
• Collating electronic drawing folders with individual part drawings to give to the purchasing department when an assembly is issued

It is expected that you will have a background in technical writing, ideally within a manufacturing/engineering business. You will have had some exposure to CAD systems, ERP/MRP systems, and be a proficient user of the MS suite of products. You will have gained an understanding of engineering principles, perhaps having started in a hands-on engineering role.