Technical Publications Engineer

Company: Quest Global
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Location: Huddersfield
Job Description:

As a Technical Publications Engineer, you will be responsible for developing high-quality technical documentation, including installation manuals, user guides, and other technical writing requirements. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, clear, and user-friendly documentation that meets customer and organizational standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Author and update installation manuals, maintenance procedures, service manuals, engineering change documentation and assembly/disassembly instructions, and any other client-facing technical documentation.
  • Interpret mechanical drawings, CAD models and BOMs to develop user-centric documentation.
  • Collaborate with design engineers, manufacturing, and product teams to understand product functionality.
  • Develop content for 2D/3D illustrations using tools such as Solid Edge or equivalent.
  • Work within customer processes, systems, equipment, and facilities, including the maintenance of standards, procedures, processes, and SOPs in accordance with national standards, international standards, and customer requirements.
  • Support project meetings, supplier meetings, and customer meetings, providing updates and support on metallurgy function related issues as required.

Required Skills (Technical Competency)

  • Strong technical writing and editing skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and 3D models.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical assembly.
  • Proficiency in authoring tools.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Familiarity with structural design practices and methodologies.
  • Experience designing mechanical components, parts, assemblies, and subassemblies for heavy industry, power transmission systems, gears and gearboxes.
  • Knowledge of subsystems that impact mechanical design/layout.
  • Proficient in 3D CAD package for both modeling and drawing, ideally Solid Edge.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in an engineering design role/environment involving rotating machinery.
  • Experience in heavy engineering industry, power transmission systems, gears and gearboxes.
  • Appreciation of bolted joint analysis and shock assessment in relation to geared transmission systems.
  • Strong knowledge of quality management systems and industry standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).
  • Proficient in root cause analysis and failure mode analysis techniques.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Due to security requirements these posts are open to SOLE UK NATIONALS ONLY.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026