Technical Author
| Posting date: | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 June 2026 |
| Location: | OL11 1AP |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Salt Separation Services Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We are seeking a motivated Technical Author Graduate to join our dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your technical writing skills while contributing to key equipment contracts and projects. You will be responsible for creating, reviewing, and managing technical documentation that ensures compliance with industry standards and supports operational excellence. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for producing high-quality technical content, we want to hear from you!
This is a great opportunity for a graduate or someone looking to progress their engineering career to a new direction.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, write, review, and approve technical documents including:
Operations and maintenance manuals
Data sheets
Design calculations
Test certificates
QA data books
Plant machinery safety assessments
Client project technical documents in line with deliverables
SSS technical documentation in line with project deliverables
Ensure all technical documentation aligns with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with engineers and project teams to collect accurate and up-to-date technical data.
Support Research & Development (R&D) tax capture, monitoring, and calculation efforts.
Maintain and actively promote company culture in line with core values.
Provide a customer service-focused approach to documentation, ensuring clarity and accessibility for end users.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
A degree in Engineering, Technical Communication, or a related field.
Strong technical writing and editing skills with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to interpret and present complex technical information clearly and concisely.
Familiarity with technical documentation standards and best practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management tools.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
A proactive and customer-oriented mindset.
This is a great opportunity for a graduate or someone looking to progress their engineering career to a new direction.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, write, review, and approve technical documents including:
Operations and maintenance manuals
Data sheets
Design calculations
Test certificates
QA data books
Plant machinery safety assessments
Client project technical documents in line with deliverables
SSS technical documentation in line with project deliverables
Ensure all technical documentation aligns with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with engineers and project teams to collect accurate and up-to-date technical data.
Support Research & Development (R&D) tax capture, monitoring, and calculation efforts.
Maintain and actively promote company culture in line with core values.
Provide a customer service-focused approach to documentation, ensuring clarity and accessibility for end users.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
A degree in Engineering, Technical Communication, or a related field.
Strong technical writing and editing skills with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to interpret and present complex technical information clearly and concisely.
Familiarity with technical documentation standards and best practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management tools.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
A proactive and customer-oriented mindset.
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