Automotive Technical Author in Daventry

Join CAD-IT Ltd as an Automotive Technical Author. We are seeking a technical author with strong knowledge of vehicle systems to develop, write and deliver technical documentation for a well‑known automotive OEM.

CAD‑IT delivers technical publications for automotive, aerospace, rail, industrial, construction and agricultural manufacturing customers. We look for dynamic, engaging individuals with qualifications and/or experience in vehicle technician, master technician, vehicle engineering, electrical, mechanical, diagnostic, body repair or technical documentation.

Person Specification

• Strong automotive system knowledge and hands‑on experience (electric and hybrid knowledge an advantage).
• Good level of IT literacy in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). XML, HTML experience beneficial.
• Experience with CAD and authoring software desirable; training can be provided.
• Ability to deliver quality and consistency in a highly demanding environment.
• Proactive, flexible, able to work independently.
• Good communication and professionalism to liaise with technicians, engineers and senior management.
• Ability to solve problems and deliver solutions essential.
• Technical authoring competence or experience beneficial; training will be provided.

Role Details

• Work closely with Aftersales and engineering on 2D/3D workshop manuals and process instructions.
• 3D electrical information for diagnostics.
• Text and illustration‑based service communications.
• 3D illustrated parts catalogues.
• 2D/3D eLearning modules.
• 3D description & operation.
• Owners literature and illustration authoring.
• Create technical information to support vehicles in Aftersales.
• Plan, manage and deliver projects against a project plan on time and to a high standard.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineers to gather technical information and author accurate and robust content.
• Use and manipulate CAD for technical content.
• Update and maintain technical content to align with engineering changes and feedback.
• Arrange and support physical validations of authored content when required.
• Follow quality processes and carry out sign‑off ahead of publish.

Why CAD‑IT?

We are passionate about innovation and work collaboratively to give our staff and customers the best. Job satisfaction, wellbeing and career progression are top priorities. Join our dynamic, ambitious and friendly team to fulfil your potential and be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards innovation, hard work, integrity and merit.

Benefits

Company benefits package includes Private Medical Insurance, company pension, 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, hybrid working, long‑service awards, enhanced maternity pay, subsidised eye tests, CAD‑IT Mental Health & Wellbeing Support Group, company‑wide and team social events, and more.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, Writing/Editing

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing