Technical Author

2 weeks ago

Wychavon, United Kingdom Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd Full time

Technical AuthorOur globally established and highly recognised Client continues to be the market leader for the design, manufacture and supply of an extensive range of machine tool equipment. With a design, manufacturing and assembly operation in Worcester, they have a requirement for a Technical Author. Simply, the Technical Author will write the Manuals for the European Engineering Team.Reporting to the Team Leader/Senior Design Manager, the role will focus on the production and maintenance of technical documentation associated with the products and options that are produced.Core responsibilities include:

  • Creation and continued maintenance of Operating Manuals, Maintenance Manuals, Detail Specifications and spare parts lists.
  • Maintenance and administration of internal technical documentation (assembly instructions, machine manuals and CE technical files and risk assessments)
  • Ensuring that all technical documentation is completed to company standards and are delivered within agreed timescales.
To support this role, you should have:
  • HNC/HND qualification or equivalent in an engineering related subject
  • Excellent standard of written English / literacy
  • Computer literate
  • Be meticulous, highly conscientious, methodical and systematic
  • Be highly motivated and flexible
  • Able to work in a team and independently
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure to meet project deadlines.
Desirable Criteria
  • Good engineering background (Machine tool experience preferred)
  • Technical writing experience in an engineering environment
  • Familiar with CAD systems (preferably CATIA Composer / CREO Illustrate)
  • Basic knowledge of French and German
  • Experience with a graphics manipulation program (e.g. Photoshop or PaintShop)
  • Competence with Microsoft Office (especially MS Word) and Adobe Acrobat Pro
If you are interested in this hands-on and focused position, then please apply directly. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

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