Our client is seeking an experienced Technical Author to support important marine engineering projects on a permanent basis. The role involves developing and maintaining clear, accurate technical documentation for the installation, testing, commissioning, operation and maintenance of electrical systems aboard marine vessels.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce installation, operation and maintenance manuals for marine electrical systems
- Develop work instructions, installation procedures, technical specifications and electrical installation guides
- Create documentation from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, engineering drawings and design packages
- Prepare commissioning, testing, inspection, Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test procedures
- Generate technical data packs, equipment technical files and configuration control records for customer approval and platform integration
- Review engineering change requests and ensure controlled documentation reflects the latest designs
- Work with design engineers, project managers, production teams, installation personnel and customers to verify technical information
- Capture lessons learned and support design reviews, production readiness reviews and customer meetings where documentation expertise is required
Job Requirements:
- Experience in technical authoring within the engineering, marine, industrial sectors
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, power distribution, control systems and equipment installation practices
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, general arrangement drawings and equipment data sheets
- Good understanding of naval vessel systems, maritime terminology, shipyard installation practices and electrical safety requirements
- Experience producing clear technical documentation for engineers, electrical fitters, commissioning engineers, production teams and end users
- Competent user of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and AutoCAD
- Familiarity with document control, configuration management, engineering lifecycle documentation and technical data packs
- Excellent written English, proofreading and editing skills, with exceptional attention to detail
Personal Attributes:
- Methodical, highly organised and capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines
- Self-motivated, professional and confident when working independently or collaboratively
- Practical and solutions-focused when resolving technical documentation challenges
- Confident communicating with engineers, project managers, production staff and customers
- Willing to challenge and verify technical information to maintain accuracy, quality and compliance
Benefits:
- Opportunity to contribute to significant UK marine engineering and naval projects
- Exposure to varied ship, submarine and vessel modification programmes
- Collaborative working environment alongside experienced engineers, project managers and installation teams
- Opportunity to apply technical, operational and problem-solving expertise across the engineering lifecycle
If you are an experienced Technical Author with a strong understanding of marine electrical systems and engineering documentation, apply now to support the successful installation and commissioning of complex systems aboard marine vessels.