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Technical Author

Avonmouth, Bristol

Salary: £38,000 – £45,000 + Excellent Benefits

Hybrid Working
Do you have experience with producing bespoke technical customer manuals and documentation?

Are you proficient in MadCap Flare or similar authoring software?

Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes is recruiting for a Technical Author for our client in the Avonmout, Bristol area. Our client is an innovator at the forefront of micro-structuring solutions for industries from medical devices and electric vehicles to quantum computing.

The Role:

As a Technical Author, you’ll play a pivotal part in delivering high-quality technical documentation essential to the operation and maintenance of complex equipment. Your work will directly support customers in cutting-edge industries by providing clear, precise, and user-focused content. Responsibilities:

  • Publish bespoke customer manuals using tools like Framemaker and MadCap Flare.

  • Develop new, clear, and concise documentation tailored to user needs.

  • Validate technical details by collaborating closely with engineers and technicians, including hands-on testing in the lab.

  • Review and edit documentation and visuals, including CAD drawings and images.

  • Respond to technical queries in partnership with engineering and management teams.

  • Maintain rigorous document version control and adhere to internal procedures.

  • Uphold health, safety, and environmental standards in all work activities.

    About You:

  • Excellent writing skills with technical curiosity and strong collaboration.

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Technical Author.

  • Qualified in technical authoring (ISTC, NVQ, Diploma) or equivalent experience.

  • Proficient in authoring software such as MadCap Flare, Framemaker, or Adobe Acrobat.

  • Experience writing procedures for operating and maintaining technical products.

  • Strong technical comprehension and the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, user-friendly content.

  • Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills.

  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

  • Good time management and commitment to meeting deadlines.

  • Familiarity with CAD software.

  • Experience using Simplified Technical English.

  • Knowledge of document control processes like branching, versioning, and review cycles.

    Benefits:

  • Salary of £38,000 – £45,000, depending on experience.

  • Permanent hybrid role based in Severn Beach, Bristol.

  • Monday to Friday, Days with Hybrid Working

  • 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.

  • Excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive, innovative environment.

    If you are interested, please call Josh Hoyle on (phone number removed) or apply online

    *Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position

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