Technical Author

6 months ago


Manchester, United Kingdom VRS Ltd Full time

Seeking an accomplished Author from an engineering or manufacturing environment, you will be ultimately responsible for creating clear, accurate and user-friendly documentation that communicates complex technical information, including written materials, technical specifications, operation procedures and maintenance guides. These will be used to assist end-users and engineers in manufacturing to ensure the effective operation and use of a range of highly technical instrumentation.

To be considered for this role, you must have:

- A degree in any Scientific, Mechanical or Engineering discipline, or equivalent industry experience
- Experience within the technical authoring industry
- The ability to produce hardcopy/online documentation within a manufacturing environment
- Experience using DTP software such as FrameMaker and authoring tools such as MadCap Flare
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, working alongside a highly talented group of Scientists & Engineers. This role is offered on a hybrid basis, but with a strong presence onsite through your initial period to familiarise with the team and business.

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**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £37,000.00-£42,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (required)

**Experience**:

- technical authoring industry: 2 years (required)
- DTP software such as FrameMaker: 2 years (required)
- authoring tools such as MadCap Flare: 2 years (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Manchester, Greater Manchester (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Manchester, Greater Manchester: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: VRS8653AW


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