Technical Author

Technical Author

Vaxholm with Hybrid Working

Full-Time, Permanent

The Role

We are recruiting for a Technical Author to join our Engineering department at our Vaxholm office. As a Technical Author, you will generate, maintain and update user documentation including operating and maintenance manuals as well as internal engineering documentation and JFD publications. You will primarily support the JFD standard products range however this can also lead to supporting the wider engineering function.

Must be capable of obtaining Swedish security clearance.

What you'll be doing:

• The creation and revision of operating and maintenance manuals using Microsoft Word or Adobe FrameMaker and graphics software as available.
• To source technical content for inclusion in manuals by liaison with engineering, production, and external suppliers when necessary.
• Produce graphical content for inclusion in manuals by liaison with drafting staff and self-production using SW Composer and graphics software as available.
• Produce deliverables to client including printed matter, Adobe PDF and native formats.
• Adherence to and development of JFD documentation style.
• To file documentation generated within the Product Lifecycle Management System (PLM).
• Adherence to Engineering Change Control Process.

What we're looking for:

• Proven track record in technical writing.
• This position requires strong proficiency in English, both written and spoken, as it is the primary language for communication within the team.
• Significant document design and production skills.
• Highly skilled in generating and checking documentation and company publications.
• Highly skilled in the use of documentation packages such as Microsoft word and Adobe Framemaker.
• Skilled in the used of graphical packages such as Solidworks Composer.
• Knowledge of industry standards for documentation.
• Knowledge of current and soon to be released documentation packages and add-ons.
• Flexible for travel to local or overseas sites if required.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management system for generating and storage of technical packages.
• Technical writing qualification or equivalent industry experience.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.)
• Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility
• Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions
• Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations

About Us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration - Visit our website

James Fisher Defence (JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, delivering cutting-edge diving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial and defence markets. Operating worldwide, JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training. We're also at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry. Explore more about JFD

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Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.