Manager / Technical Author - Technical Publications Team
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Pitstone
Manager of Technical Publications Team - Lead Technical Author Location: Pitstone, Buckinghamshire Type: Full-time *Flexible/Hybrid Working Available Join a pioneering high-tech engineering company in Pitstone, Buckinghamshire as a Manager of Technical Publications Team and Lead Technical Author, where you'll lead and support impactful changes in how documentation is managed. This is a rare opportunity to modernise a globally respected technical documentation legacy within a forward-thinking, international organisation. About the Company This company designs and manufactures highly complex technology that combines electro-mechanical systems, robotics, software, and electronics / hardware. Their technical manuals have been trusted worldwide for over 20 years and remain central to engineering and customer success. Now, they’re seeking a skilled and forward-thinking Lead Technical Author with team management experience to help drive the next phase of innovation across their documentation processes. The Role As the Technical Publications Manager / Lead Technical Author, you’ll be responsible for leading and mentoring a well-established team while also working hands-on to evolve documentation standards, tools, and delivery. With 80% of manuals already in place, your focus will be on problem-solving, streamlining workflows, and ensuring documentation meets the changing needs of global engineering teams and customers. Key Responsibilities • Lead and mentor a team of experienced technical writers, promoting innovation and efficiency., • Collaborate closely with engineers and cross-functional teams to enhance documentation workflows., • Drive improvements in content management strategies — experience with CMS tools such as Confluence, Paligo, XDocs, Author-it or similar is essential., • Use your Microsoft Office expertise to optimise documentation production and workflows., • Modernise legacy content and introduce scalable improvements to serve the business long-term. What We’re Looking For • A degree or qualification in Engineering or a relevant technical discipline., • Proven leadership experience in a technical writing or documentation role., • Strong problem-solving abilities and a mindset focused on continuous improvement., • Solid background in using Content Management Systems (CMS)., • Passion for making a real impact within a large, innovative organisation. Perks & Benefits • Flexible working with hybrid options available., • Opportunity to reshape and modernise a globally recognised documentation suite., • A key technical leadership position in a high-tech, growth-focused company., • Collaborative, innovative work culture with strong support from engineering leadership. Apply now for the Technical Publications Manager / Lead Technical Author job based in Pitstone, Buckinghamshire by sending your CV to .