Technical Author - Contract
Location: Dungeness, UK (On-site, 4-day week)
Contract: 24 months, IR35 in scope
Rate: £51.89 per hour (Umbrella)
Security Clearance: BPSS required
We are looking for a skilled Technical Author to join a multi-disciplinary engineering team on-site. You will be responsible for creating, managing, and maintaining accurate project documentation and close-out records, supporting the delivery of complex industrial projects. This is a hands-on role requiring attention to detail, strong document management, and the ability to work closely with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Produce, format, and manage technical and project documentation, ensuring high-quality outputs
Collate, archive, and maintain project records, including Close Out documents
Support project execution plans, design, commissioning, and handover activities
Review and approve contractors' work instructions, method statements, and risk assessments
Liaise with system engineers and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Maintain site configuration control and ensure compliance with company and national engineering standards
Provide technical supervision where required and support quality, health, safety, and environmental practices
Identify project functional requirements and support the development of fit-for-purpose engineering solutionsEssential Requirements:
HNC, degree, or equivalent (NQF Level 5/6) in a relevant engineering discipline
Experience in a practising mechanical or electrical engineering role on industrial plant
Nuclear or conventional project engineering experience
Competent in creating and managing Close Out documents and archiving project records
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; expert in document formatting
Competence in Power BI and AI skills would be advantageous
Quality control mindset with the ability to identify and close gaps in project documentation
Team player capable of working effectively in a multi-disciplined project team
Experience liaising with suppliers, contractors, and internal functions to ensure project documentation is completeThis is a full-time, on-site role offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects while gaining exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines and project delivery activities