Technical Author

Job Description Position: Technical Author (team of 10 12 required)Contract: Both Permanent & Contract opportunities, Full Time.Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire (Hybrid, option of 1 day per week in the office)Salary: 40K - 60K depending on experience, plus benefits package. Contract positions outside IR35Industry: Energy SectorPRS Engineering, has engaged with a new client and specialised Engineering/Manufacturing consultancy focusing primarily on industrial aftermarket, Service Lifecycle Management (SLM), Industrial IoT and Augmented Reality application in Service. A global partner with Siemens, providing Service Business Strategy consultancy and support, Industry 4.0 for Service, outsourced technical publications support and digital transformation to industries globally.Overall, the business delivers technical publications for a range of leading automotive, aerospace, energy, rail, industrial, construction and agricultural manufacturing customers.Due to winning a new contract within the Energy industry, we require to hire a new team of Technical Author's to oversee this contract, delivering technical publications and content, in order to achieve greater efficiencies within service and manufacturing. A business passionate about innovation and work collaboratively, offering the very best experience to staff and customers. Job satisfaction, wellbeing and career progression are top of the list for employees. Joining a dynamic, ambitious and friendly team you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential and be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity and rewards innovation, hard work, integrity, and merit.Person Specification:You must have experience or confidence in dealing with electrical and/or mechanical systems and other technical information.Flexible with the ability to multi-task, work proactively, independently and manage multiple projects is essential.A knowledge of XML, HTML, Microsoft programmes like Excel, Word, Project, Visio, PowerPoint, CAD modelling software and CMS systems is a distinct advantage.The ability to conduct yourself professionally in a customer facing environment, and to liaise confidently with engineers and senior management is important.Being pragmatic and imaginative and with the ability to think laterally in solving problems and delivering solutions is essential.Technical Authoring competence or experience would be beneficial we will provide training on all Technical Authoring software!Role Details:The Technical Author role is focused on one or more of the following workstreams:3D electrical and/or guided diagnostic information or flowsText and illustration-based service communications2D CAD illustrated workshop manual and/or process engineeringServiceability Evaluation and Repair Processes3D Illustrated Parts Catalogues2D Illustrated eLearning ModulesThe author must undertake R&D, confirm requirements, interrogate technical data, drawings, diagrams, CAD models and other information.Liaise with engineers to confirm details and achieve sign-off, and liaise with customer representatives to manage project deadlines/expectations.BenefitsPrivate Medical InsuranceCompany pension25 days annual leave + bank holidaysHybrid workingLong Service Award schemeEnhanced maternity paySubsidized eye testsMental Health & Wellbeing Support GroupCulture CommitteeCompanywide and team social events, plus more!

Created: 2026-03-20