Technical Writer (Software)
- Recruiter
- Anonymous
- Location
- Abingdon
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 18 Oct 2019
- Closes
- 15 Nov 2019
- Sectors
- Engineering, Software
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
Technical Writer (Software) - UKAEA
Culham, Oxfordshire
Are you experience in writing technical documentation or software?
Do you enjoy creating technical manuals and providing support for colleagues?
Do you have a passion to learn and apply new technologies?
Come and join the team at RACE, (Remote Applications in Challenging Environments). We design Remote Handling equipment for fusion and non-fusion applications in challenging environments according to established project methodology
RACE is part of UK Atomic Energy Authority, and together they are working help shape the future of the worlds energy playing a part in our carbon-free energy future.
Your role is key to the success of RACE projects. you'll be responsible for documenting software functionality and creating concise and detailed manuals and training materials for complex software.
In your role you will be accountable for:
* Edits, proofreads, and produces end user and technical documentation, statistical reports, procedures and presentations.
* Preparing training materials implementation guides, and technical specifications.
* Producing and presenting product demonstrations for end user training.
* Performing graphic design and animation (e.g. presentation and publicity materials).
* Writing detailed universally understood procedures and user guides.
* Contribute to the team by participating in shared planning and problem solving.
* Provide technical support for relevant systems and software development help and advice to other group members.
You'll need:
* Degree in a scientific, engineering or technical subject or equivalent knowledge and experience
* Good interpersonal and communication skills,
* Excellent level of written English.
* Familiarity with good development practices throughout the software development lifecycle such as version control and testing.
* Ability to apply design principles such as Object-Oriented Design.
It would be helpful if you have:
* Experience of developing software used by others in a professional environment.
* Familiarity with some relevant technologies: Git, Gitlab/Github, automated testing & CI, build systems, packaging, containerisation.
Company
The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is a large UK government research organisation based on an expansive site just outside of Oxford. UK AEA's mission is to lead the commercial development of fusion power and related technology and position the UK as a leader in sustainable nuclear energy. With over 1,000 employees, this is an exciting and vibrant place to work.
- Please note, this role is strictly within IR35 and only available on PAYE/Umbrella basis.
- All employees working at the UK Atomic Energy Authority will be required to complete an online Disclosure Certificate application as part of their clearance - The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks will show the details of all current criminal convictions (convictions considered unspent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974) or will confirm that there are no such convictions.
The UK Atomic Energy Authority actively promotes equality and values diversity in our workforce.
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants
Culham, Oxfordshire
Are you experience in writing technical documentation or software?
Do you enjoy creating technical manuals and providing support for colleagues?
Do you have a passion to learn and apply new technologies?
Come and join the team at RACE, (Remote Applications in Challenging Environments). We design Remote Handling equipment for fusion and non-fusion applications in challenging environments according to established project methodology
RACE is part of UK Atomic Energy Authority, and together they are working help shape the future of the worlds energy playing a part in our carbon-free energy future.
Your role is key to the success of RACE projects. you'll be responsible for documenting software functionality and creating concise and detailed manuals and training materials for complex software.
In your role you will be accountable for:
* Edits, proofreads, and produces end user and technical documentation, statistical reports, procedures and presentations.
* Preparing training materials implementation guides, and technical specifications.
* Producing and presenting product demonstrations for end user training.
* Performing graphic design and animation (e.g. presentation and publicity materials).
* Writing detailed universally understood procedures and user guides.
* Contribute to the team by participating in shared planning and problem solving.
* Provide technical support for relevant systems and software development help and advice to other group members.
You'll need:
* Degree in a scientific, engineering or technical subject or equivalent knowledge and experience
* Good interpersonal and communication skills,
* Excellent level of written English.
* Familiarity with good development practices throughout the software development lifecycle such as version control and testing.
* Ability to apply design principles such as Object-Oriented Design.
It would be helpful if you have:
* Experience of developing software used by others in a professional environment.
* Familiarity with some relevant technologies: Git, Gitlab/Github, automated testing & CI, build systems, packaging, containerisation.
Company
The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is a large UK government research organisation based on an expansive site just outside of Oxford. UK AEA's mission is to lead the commercial development of fusion power and related technology and position the UK as a leader in sustainable nuclear energy. With over 1,000 employees, this is an exciting and vibrant place to work.
- Please note, this role is strictly within IR35 and only available on PAYE/Umbrella basis.
- All employees working at the UK Atomic Energy Authority will be required to complete an online Disclosure Certificate application as part of their clearance - The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks will show the details of all current criminal convictions (convictions considered unspent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974) or will confirm that there are no such convictions.
The UK Atomic Energy Authority actively promotes equality and values diversity in our workforce.
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants