Technical Author - Contract Location: Dungeness, UK (On-site, 4-day week) Contract: 24 months, IR35 in scope Rate: £51.89 per hour (Umbrella) Security Clearance: BPSS required

We are looking for a skilled Technical Author to join a multi-disciplinary engineering team on-site. You will be responsible for creating, managing, and maintaining accurate project documentation and close-out records, supporting the delivery of complex industrial projects. This is a hands-on role requiring attention to detail, strong document management, and the ability to work closely with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Produce, format, and manage technical and project documentation, ensuring high-quality outputs Collate, archive, and maintain project records, including Close Out documents Support project execution plans, design, commissioning, and handover activities Review and approve contractors' work instructions, method statements, and risk assessments Liaise with system engineers and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle Maintain site configuration control and ensure compliance with company and national engineering standards Provide technical supervision where required and support quality, health, safety, and environmental practices Identify project functional requirements and support the development of fit-for-purpose engineering solutionsEssential Requirements:

HNC, degree, or equivalent (NQF Level 5/6) in a relevant engineering discipline Experience in a practising mechanical or electrical engineering role on industrial plant Nuclear or conventional project engineering experience Competent in creating and managing Close Out documents and archiving project records Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; expert in document formatting Competence in Power BI and AI skills would be advantageous Quality control mindset with the ability to identify and close gaps in project documentation Team player capable of working effectively in a multi-disciplined project team Experience liaising with suppliers, contractors, and internal functions to ensure project documentation is completeThis is a full-time, on-site role offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects while gaining exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines and project delivery activities