At a Glance
- Tasks: Create clear and accurate technical documentation for advanced scientific equipment.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovation and employee growth.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, half-day Fridays, 25 days leave, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Supportive environment focused on your career development and learning.
- Why this job: Transform complex engineering info into user-friendly documents that make a difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in technical writing and strong knowledge of MadCap Flare required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced Technical Author to join our team and support the delivery of clear, accurate, and controlled technical documentation for advanced scientific equipment.
In this role, you will work closely with engineers, technical specialists, and internal stakeholders to turn complex source information into high-quality publications for customers, service engineers, and internal teams. You will play an important part in ensuring our documentation is consistent, traceable, and managed through formal review and release processes.
What you will be doing:
- Creating and maintaining clear, accurate, and compliant technical documentation for complex scientific and engineering products
- Producing manuals, guides, procedures, and other controlled technical publications
- Using MadCap Flare to author, update, and manage structured technical content
- Working with engineers and subject matter experts to interpret technical data, drawings, specifications, and source material
- Supporting formal review, approval, and release processes for customer-facing and internal documentation
- Maintaining document control, revision history, and traceability in line with defined processes
- Contributing to improvements in technical writing standards, illustration quality, and publication workflows
What we are looking for:
- Proven experience as a Technical Author or Technical Writer in an engineering, manufacturing, scientific, aerospace, or defence environment
- Strong working knowledge of MadCap Flare
- Experience producing controlled technical documentation such as user manuals, installation guides, maintenance procedures, or service documentation
- Good understanding of document control, revision management, and formal publication or release processes
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and other source information accurately
- Strong written English, attention to detail, and a clear, structured writing style
- Ability to work effectively with engineers, service teams, and other technical stakeholders
If you are an experienced Technical Author who enjoys turning complex engineering information into clear and reliable documentation, we would like to hear from you.
Benefits:
In addition to a competitive starting salary, QD Oxford offers flexible working hours and a half-day on Fridays. We also offer 25 days annual leave, private healthcare, a defined contribution Group Personal Pension Plan, and a flexible benefits package that you can tailor to your own requirements. We also invest in our talented employees by supporting them in their ongoing career and development so that they reach their full potential. We care and work hard to provide a workplace where you can grow and learn.
Technical Author in Wales employer: Quantum Design Oxford
Quantum Design Oxford is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a commitment to flexible work hours, comprehensive private healthcare, and generous annual leave, the company fosters a supportive work culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. Employees are empowered to develop their skills through various personal development opportunities, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in manufacturing engineering.
