Location
Bournemouth, Dorset, England
Industry sector
Manufacturing
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
02/10/2025
Closing date
30/10/2025
Technical Publications Author, Bournemouth (site based), up to £50,000
Are you a detail-oriented technical writer with an engineering or aerospace background? Do you excel at turning complex technical information into clear, concise documentation for global manufacturers and engineers?
We're hiring for a growing engineering firm in Bournemouth , renowned for its precision interior systems in aerospace. As a Technical Publications Author , you'll produce high-quality manuals that support equipment installation, training, and maintenance.
This role suits a documentation specialist with experience in engineering or manufacturing, confident with regulatory standards and adept at cross-functional collaboration.
As Technical Publications Author, you'll benefit from:
* 25 days holiday (+ Bank Holidays)
* Health insurance and life assurance
* Onsite parking and cycle to work scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* The opportunity to work on high-profile certification projects
* Exposure to both UK and international programmes
* A technically progressive, collaborative engineering environment
As Technical Publications Author, your responsibilities will include:
* Creating and maintaining technical documents including CMMs, SBs, SILs , crew and maintenance training manuals
* Using industry-standard tools to format, illustrate and structure technical publications
* Ensuring documentation is delivered to OEM and industry specifications
* Collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, quality and customer support teams
* Working with regulatory frameworks and liaising with customer and certification stakeholders as needed
As Technical Publications Author, your experience will include:
* Prior experience authoring technical publications in an engineering or aerospace environment
* Proficiency with tools such as Adobe FrameMaker, IsoDraw, and Microsoft Office
* Experience with Simplified Technical English (ASD-STE100) and familiarity with iSpec 2200 (desirable)
* Strong written communication, time management and organisational skills
* A relevant engineering apprenticeship or technical qualification (degree desirable)
If you're looking to take your technical writing career to the next level in a specialist role where your precision and clarity make a real impact, apply today or speak with Amber at Rubicon for more details.