Technical Author

**An introduction to Silverson**

Silverson Machines Ltd have been manufacturing quality high shear industrial mixers for over 75 years for the processing and manufacturing industries worldwide. With customers in over 150 countries, and serving industries as diverse as food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, luboils and petrochemicals, Silverson has become the world leader in the field of high shear mixing. The company’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction and their ability to design and manufacture bespoke equipment to suit individual customer requirements sets them apart from the competition.

**About the role**

A full-time on-site vacancy has arisen for a Technical Author / Illustrator working in the technical publications department at Silverson’s main manufacturing site in Chesham, Buckinghamshire. The primary responsibility is creating and co-ordinating technical documentation for all Silverson products. The Technical Author will be responsible for creating user manuals and compiling data manuals, including material traceability and certification to industry standards and customer’s VDRs.
- A minimum of 5 years experience in a technical writing role within an engineering discipline and experience preferably in mechanical engineering.
- Ability to produce perspective illustrations and schematics to compliment written instructions.
- Ability to use industry-standard documentation tools and software, such as Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite especially Indesign DTP and Illustrator.
- Ability to interpret and communicate technical information to a non-technical audience.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to collaborate with all departments and technical teams, including manufacturing, to ensure documentation accuracy and clarity.
- Excellent attention to detail, ability to manage allocated workloads within task deadlines and troubleshooting skills.
- Organise and format translated versions of documentation when required.

**What we offer**

£35,000 - 50,000 per annum, dependant on experience.

Full-time preferred but part-time considered.

25 days plus UK public holidays per year.

Company pension scheme.

**Salary**: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Chesham (required)

Work Location: In person