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Date Added: Fri 05/12/2025

Technical Author

Cwmbran, NP44, UK
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Company: OCTAGON GROUP

Job Type: Contract, Full Time

Salary: £35000 - £45000/annum

18 month FTC Technical Author Engineer Job - Cwmbran, Wales

A leading global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality fire systems and safety devices is seeking a Technical Author Engineer to join its team based in Cwmbran, Wales. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic engineering environment focused on developing energy-efficient and sustainable solutions.

The Technical Author Engineer in Cwmbran, Wales will play a key role in creating accurate, clear, and engaging technical documentation to support both customers and internal teams. Working within a collaborative and forward-thinking engineering department, this position is ideal for someone who enjoys transforming complex technical information into accessible and user-friendly materials.

Key Responsibilities:

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Create and maintain user manuals, product guides, and technical specifications for fire and safety products.

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Research and evaluate technical data to develop well-structured documents across multiple formats.

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Collaborate with engineers and subject matter experts to ensure documentation accuracy and consistency.

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Conduct audience analysis to determine the best communication approach and medium.

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Review and edit documents prepared by others, maintaining a consistent tone and format.

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Support continuous improvement by maintaining documentation standards and managing repositories.

Required Qualifications:

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Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Communications, or a relevant technical discipline.

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Minimum of 2 years' experience as a technical writer or Technical Author Engineer within an engineering or manufacturing environment.

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Strong understanding of life safety systems, with knowledge of UL864+217 and EN-54 standards.

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Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

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Experience with document control systems and the Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

Skills & Attributes:

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Detail-oriented with a clear and concise writing style.

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Capable of working independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

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Strong problem-solving abilities and the confidence to engage with engineering professionals.

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Ethical, responsible, and efficient in approach.

What's on Offer:

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Competitive salary and benefits package.

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Challenging and rewarding projects within a supportive and collaborative environment.

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Career growth and development opportunities through structured learning and mentorship.

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A workplace culture that values ethics, inclusion, and employee wellbeing.

This Technical Author Engineer position in Cwmbran offers the chance to make a tangible impact within a company committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Candidates who are passionate about creating high-quality technical documentation and supporting engineering excellence are encouraged to apply
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