Technical Author

Bristol, Somerset
Advanced Technical Recruitment

A leading designer and manufacturer of specialist scientific instrumentation is now looking for a Technical Author.

As Technical Author you will research and analyse complex technical information to produce technical documentation enabling customers to operate, successfully and safely, a particular piece of equipment or to increase their knowledge of a particular technology.

Key Responsibilities include producing, developing and maintaining clear and concise technical documentation to support the high tech product range including Upgrades.

You will also research, analyse and understand the technology and applications for which documentation are to be produced.

Working closely with engineers and managers you will clarify any technical queries.

In addition to writing, you will produce and provide any photographs or illustrations required.

Working closely with the subject-matter experts including Sales and Marketing colleagues you will generate documentation for project launches and internal/external customer support.

Where necessary you will work with external providers such as printers, translators, etc. to ensure production integrity.

As Technical Author, you will be responsible for all Technical documentation relating to the products, for both internal and external audiences, including end users.

Qualifications and Experience:

With demonstrable experience and a background in Technical Writing and Marketing, you should hold a recognised technical authoring qualification (ISCT, NVQ, Diploma, etc.) degree or equivalent.

In addition, you should be familiar with desktop publishing, photo editing / digital imaging software, spreadsheets, including Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office

Ideally, your background will be in either the semiconductor, electro-mechanical or scientific sector, as experience or writing documentation for scientific instrumentation is highly desirable.

Additional Information:

Candidates MUST be eligible to work and live in the UK. Copies of Passports and Visas will be requested for verification.

Skills: Technical Writing, Technical Authoring, Content, Marketing, Manufacturing

To Apply Direct: Please send covering letter & CV to Iona Mulligan