On-site Technical Author for Complex Industrial Projects (Contract)

Technical Author - Contract
Location: Dungeness, UK (On-site, 4-day week)
Contract: 24 months, IR35 in scope
Rate: £51.89 per hour (Umbrella)
Security Clearance: BPSS required

We are looking for a skilled Technical Author to join a multi-disciplinary engineering team on-site. You will be responsible for creating, managing, and maintaining accurate project documentation and close-out records, supporting the delivery of complex industrial projects. This is a hands-on role requiring attention to detail, strong document management, and the ability to work closely with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce, format, and manage technical and project documentation, ensuring high-quality outputs
• Collate, archive, and maintain project records, including Close Out documents
• Support project execution plans, design, commissioning, and handover activities
• Review and approve contractors' work instructions, method statements, and risk assessments
• Liaise with system engineers and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Maintain site configuration control and ensure compliance with company and national engineering standards
• Provide technical supervision where required and support quality, health, safety, and environmental practices
• Identify project functional requirements and support the development of fit-for-purpose engineering solutions

Essential Requirements:

• HNC, degree, or equivalent (NQF Level 5/6) in a relevant engineering discipline
• Experience in a practising mechanical or electrical engineering role on industrial plant
• Nuclear or conventional project engineering experience
• Competent in creating and managing Close Out documents and archiving project records
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; expert in document formatting
• Competence in Power BI and AI skills would be advantageous
• Quality control mindset with the ability to identify and close gaps in project documentation
• Team player capable of working effectively in a multi-disciplined project team
• Experience liaising with suppliers, contractors, and internal functions to ensure project documentation is complete

This is a full-time, on-site role offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects while gaining exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines and project delivery activities.