Engineering | West Yorkshire
Some jobs are about paperwork.
This one is about precision.
About turning complex engineering into clear, usable documentation that keeps critical equipment operating safely in the real world.
We're recruiting for a Technical Writer to join a well-established British engineering manufacturer with a global footprint and a reputation built over decades. Their products support front line emergency services, industrial operations, defence environments, and high-risk sectors where failure simply isn't an option.
If you can take technical information, strip out the noise, and create documentation people can actually use - this role will suit you.
What You'll Be Doing
You'll sit inside the engineering team, working closely with design, production, and technical specialists to create and maintain the documentation that supports specialist vehicles, systems, and equipment.
That means:
Creating technical manuals, service guides, and maintenance documentation
Producing training materials and operational support documents
Converting CAD drawings, BOMs, and engineering data into clear, structured content
Working directly with engineers to verify technical information
Managing document control, versioning, and updates
Supporting both new product launches and ongoing product improvements
Ensuring documentation meets compliance, regulatory, and industry standardsThis is not a "sit quietly and write" role.
You'll need to ask questions, challenge ambiguity, and get close to the engineering.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone with strong technical writing capability and enough engineering understanding to know when something doesn't make sense.
You'll likely have:
Previous experience as a Technical Writer, Technical Author, or similar
Experience within engineering, automotive, manufacturing, or technical product environments
Strong understanding of CAD drawings, Bills of Materials, and engineering specifications
Excellent written communication and document control skills
High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
Confidence working cross-functionally with engineering and production teams
Strong Microsoft Office skills and experience with technical authoring toolsAn engineering qualification is helpful.
Real-world experience matters more.
Why This Role?
Because this isn't just documentation.
It's visibility into the full engineering operation.
It's working on specialist products with real-world impact.
And for the right person, there's genuine long-term progression into wider engineering functions including design and production engineering.
You're not joining to stay still.Package
Competitive Salary
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension
Early finish every FridayInterested?
If you're strong technically, sharp with detail, and want a role where your work genuinely matters - we should talk.
Apply now with your CV for a confidential conversation
Salary description
£28000.00 - £32000.00 per year