Technical Author

Technical Author
Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum (DOE)
Location: Clevedon (Hybrid working available)
Industry: Engineering / Technical Documentation / Manufacturing

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Technical Author to produce and maintain high-quality customer documentation for engineering products manufactured in Clevedon and distributed globally.

This role will focus on creating clear, accurate, and compliant technical documentation including instruction manuals, spare parts manuals, declarations of conformity, and supporting product documentation for both internal teams and customers.

You will work closely with engineers, subject matter experts, and stakeholders to ensure documentation is delivered to the highest standards of quality, clarity, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Documentation

• Plan, research, write, edit, and maintain technical documentation from concept through to delivery
• Produce instruction manuals, spare parts manuals, addendums, and declarations of conformity
• Ensure documentation follows company house style and quality standards

Content Development & Accuracy

• Translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation
• Gather information from technical drawings, existing documentation, SMEs, and direct product interaction
• Ensure terminology and procedures are consistent, structured, and easy to follow

Image & Visual Content Creation

• Create and manipulate photographs and technical illustrations to support written documentation
• Ensure visual content complements and enhances technical understanding

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering teams and subject matter experts to verify accuracy
• Coordinate reviews, proofreading, and document approvals prior to release
• Influence stakeholders to ensure timely completion and quality of deliverables

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all documentation complies with relevant industry standards and directives
• Maintain document control and adherence to internal processes and procedures

Skills & Experience Required:

• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent experience in mechanical or electromechanical engineering
• Alternatively, engineering apprenticeship or forces engineering background considered
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Technical Author within an engineering environment
• Experience producing manuals for complex engineering products
• Experience using XML authoring applications
• Understanding of Component Content Management Systems (CCMS)
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and SharePoint
• Experience with image manipulation tools such as CorelDraw
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and electrical diagrams accurately
• Strong organisation, planning, and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and proactively

In Return, You Will Receive:


Financial & Security

• Bonus up to 7.5% of basic annual salary
• Pension with company contribution of up to 8%
• Life assurance of 4 x basic salary

Health & Wellbeing

• Cash health plan
• Thriving Wellbeing Programme supporting physical, mental, and social wellbeing
• Discounted gym memberships

Time Off

• 25 days holiday (excluding Bank Holidays)

On-site Facilities

• Free parking
• Ample cycle storage, lockers, and showers
• Subsidised canteen
• Dedicated wellbeing and prayer room

Apply
If this role sounds of interest please click apply to send your CV, or contact Kirk at Pertemps, Bristol.