14 technical author jobs found

Job Title: Technical Author Location: Greater Glasgow Long Term Contract We are working with a leading UK-based space company based in Glasgow, developing advanced rocket and launch vehicle technologies that are helping to re-establish the UK’s space launch capability. As part of this expansion, they are seeking a Technical Document Writer to enhance the quality, clarity, and consistency of technical documentation across all divisions. Key Responsibilities Plan, develop, write, and edit technical documentation, including design specifications, test procedures, and engineering reports Produce user manuals, data sheets, and technical summaries Coordinate with engineering teams to gather and verify information for documentation Support in drafting and reviewing grant applications and associated materials Manage timelines and ensure documents meet project delivery schedules Apply systems engineering principles to manage gate documents Oversee engineering drawing management,...

Technical Author - SC Cleared  6-month contract Christchurch – Dorset (3 days a week onsite, 2 remote)   Certain Advantage are working with a leading consultancy who support some of the worlds largest Engineering, defence, nuclear and government projects. We're hiring for a Technical Author who can offer demonstrable experience in Data Module authoring to an S1000D 4.1 standard, and experience using industry proprietary software tools through an EAGLE LSAR and EAGLE Publishing System to construct a comprehensive CSDB.  Role Overview: You'll be working as part of a small technical documentation team on a wide-area military communications system. The role requires the production, amendment, and management of technical documentation outputs to support the development, operation, and maintenance of the system.  Responsibilities Request, gather and assess the required source logistic information from equipment suppliers to inform the required technical publications. Undertake...

Senior Authorised Person (SAP) – 66kV (Siemens 8VM1) Location: Taiwan (Offshore) Duration: 5–7 Months (Project Dependent) Rotation: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off Day Rate: £750 per day The Role We are seeking an experienced 66kV Senior Authorised Person (SAP) for a major offshore wind project in Taiwan. This role is focused on the construction and commissioning phases, specifically supporting high-voltage operations within the turbine transition pieces and towers. As a technical lead on-site, you will be responsible for managing safety-from-the-system during the termination, testing, and energization of the Siemens 8VM1 Blue GIS switchgear. Key Responsibilities Switchgear Operations: Perform switching, isolation, and earthing duties specifically on Siemens 8VM1 (66kV) vacuum-insulated switchgear. Safety Management: Act as the primary authority for issuing and cancelling safety documents, including Permits to Work (PTW), Sanctions for Test (SFT), and Limitation of Access (LOA)....

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Auto CAD Technician! to work within the South Gloucestershire Council Are you a talented Auto CAD Technician looking for an exciting opportunity in the public services sector? If you have a passion for civil engineering and are ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Location: Bristol, South Gloucestershire Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £32.00 per hour Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday 37 hours per week, Hybrid Driving Required: Yes About the Role: As an Auto CAD Technician, you will play a vital role in the production of scheme drawings for a key resurfacing programme. Your primary focus will be on creating road marking drawings that enable contractors to lay fresh road markings after the carriageway has been resurfaced. Here's what you can expect in this dynamic role: Conduct On-Site Surveys: Undertake walking surveys to assess the type and position of existing road markings. Create Detailed Drawings:...

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role will be a part of our Saab Seaeye business in Fareham. This can be a 12 month FTC. In this role you will take responsibility for the full-lifecycle design and development of bespoke power conversion and transmission solutions in line with the company's business needs through innovation, creativity and professionalism. As Lead Engineer you will act as Technical Authority for concurrent...

Contract Opportunity: Principal RF Engineer - Great Baddow or Cowes A leading organisation within the defence and advanced technology sector is seeking an experienced Principal RF Engineer to join on a contract basis at our clients Great Baddow site or Cowes. This is a senior technical role working on complex RF hardware design, supporting both new product development and enhancements to existing systems. If you're looking for a role where your expertise genuinely shapes high‑integrity, mission‑critical technology, this is an excellent opportunity. The Role As a Principal RF Engineer, you will take ownership of RF design activities from concept through to delivery. You'll act as a technical authority within the team, providing leadership, mentoring, and expert guidance on RF matters. You may also serve as RF lead at subsystem or LRU level. Based at Great Baddow or Cowes Key Responsibilities Lead RF system and circuit design activities Perform RF and electromagnetic...

Staff Engineer & Project Manager | Enterprise Change to Win (eCTW) Location: Plymouth (Onsite - Building 2) Contract Duration: 12 Months Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:30 Are you a high-caliber Engineer with a knack for steering complex projects toward the finish line? We are seeking a Staff Engineer / Project Manager to join our Specimen Management manufacturing team in Plymouth. In this pivotal role, you will lead the "Enterprise Change to Win" (eCTW) initiative, driving high-impact cost reduction, process optimisation, and technical innovation. Reporting to a Global Lead based in the US, you will act as the onsite technical authority for end-to-end project execution. Your Impact Project Leadership: Own the scoping, resource allocation, and budget management for complex engineering initiatives. Process Engineering: Execute Manufacturing Work Orders (MWOs), engineering studies, and rigorous validation protocols. Operational Excellence: Identify and implement...

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Technical Services Manager to support engineering service delivery across a large and complex estate. This role requires a technically strong engineering professional who can provide leadership, technical oversight and operational support within a critical environment, ensuring engineering activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements. Technical Services Manager Monday to Friday Warwick Temporary £430 Day Rate Key Responsibilities of a Technical Service Manager: * Provide technical leadership and oversight for engineering activities across multiple sites. * Ensure delivery of planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive works and remedial projects in line with agreed KPIs and service levels. * Act as the technical authority for electrical and mechanical systems, supporting engineers with diagnostics and complex fault resolution. * Coordinate engineering teams and...

We are seeking a highly skilled Model-Based Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of embedded control systems for off-highway equipment, including construction, agricultural, material-handling, and other heavy-duty machines. This role combines strong model-based design expertise with deep understanding of system requirements, safety expectations, and integration testing in rugged, real-world operating environments. You will be comfortable bridging software, electronics, and machine-level behaviours in complex hydraulic, electric, and powertrain systems. Embedded Software Engineer Role: Model-Based Control Software Development Design, develop, and maintain embedded control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink, tailored to off-highway systems (e.g., hydraulics, driveline, powertrain, implement control). Perform model simulation, verification, and optimisation to meet machine performance targets. Support auto-code generation and calibration activities for...

Personnel Selection are working with a global manufacturing/engineering  company on the outskirts of Andover who are seeking a Product Compliance Engineer on a FTC.  They are seeking an experienced compliance engineer to join the business as soon as possible to control, maintain and communicate all aspects related to Product Compliance to International Standards. This primarily includes Product Compliance to Standards required for UL, CCC, UKCA and CE certification. The Role carried carries the following responsibilities: Analyse Product Test results and determine omissions and discrepancies in performance & functionality. Ensure all published information is accurate & adheres to the relevant standards. Organise test accreditation to international standards through internal & external Test Resources. Monitor all international standards and highlight the impact of any changes and/or introduction of new standards on Product Compliance. Liaise with standards authors...

Company Description Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world. Every day, our 6,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition. Drawing on more than 55 years' experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked second in the world for nuclear engineering. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy...

Wentworth James Group are recruiting for experienced Auto Electricians for our client based near Cannock due to increased order books. Duties of an Auto Electrician: * Analyze and interpret technical diagrams * Ask customers about their concerns and vehicle issues * Complete and process job reports and other paperwork * Fix damaged electrical components and parts * Identify and diagnose issues with vehicle electrical systems * Install and repair electrical wiring in cars * Propose repairs based on vehicle electrical systems diagnosis * Read blueprints and other process drawings * Review proposed repairs and estimates with customers * Service, repair and replace faulty wiring and electrical components and systems * Test vehicle lighting systems * Troubleshoot vehicle electrical systems * Use digital diagnostic equipment to identify issues You will be installing various components and systems, such as; * Air conditioning systems * Alarm...

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer for a temp to perm position. This is an exciting opportunity to join a 24/7 mechanical maintenance team at a FMCG facility. Immediate starts available! As a Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer you will carry out mechanical maintenance and repairs on production machinery and infrastructure, performing planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime. Support production reliability, respond to breakdowns, and ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Food Safety standards. Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer – Hours & Pay: 39 hrs/week: Monday –Thursday 7:30–16:00, Friday 7:30–15:30 (30-min lunch). Hourly rate standard: £19.10/hr, Mon–Fri OT (after 8 hrs): £28.65/hr, Saturday: first 4 hrs £28.65/hr, thereafter £38.20/hr, Sunday: £38.20/hr, Overtime optional Mechanical Fitter / Maintenance Engineer – Key Duties: * Mechanical maintenance, repairs, and improvements to...

Position: IMS Core Engineer Location: Reading and customer offices as required Salary: On Application Duration: Ongoing Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5:30pm Overview of an IMS Core Engineer As an IMS Core Engineer, you’ll be part of a specialist technical team responsible for testing, validating, and supporting mission critical communication solutions. This role is key to ensuring the performance, availability, and reliability of IMS Core services across Core, RAN, and Application layers. You’ll work closely with test, support, and delivery teams to ensure systems meet customer expectations, contractual milestones, and service level agreements. Responsibilities of an IMS Core Engineer • Provide technical expertise in IMS Core and MCX, supporting the definition and execution of test strategies for all network elements and software releases. • Define and execute Functional, Performance, Accessibility, and Compatibility testing to agreed project timelines. • Perform end-to-end testing,...