Technical Writer

Our client, a leading manufacturer in the mobile machinery sector, is seeking an experiencedTechnical Writer / Documentation Editorto produce, manage, and maintain high-quality technical documentation for their products.Reporting to the Technical Director, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring documentation is clear, accurate, and compliant with industry standards, supporting products from conception through to final distribution.Key Responsibilities:Design, write, and update technical documentation, including user and maintenance manuals, spare parts catalogs, assembly guides, and datasheets for a wide range of mobile machinery.Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to gather complex technical information and translate it into user-friendly content.Ensure documentation is clear, concise, and compliant with current regulations, including the Machinery Directive ********/EC and updates).Manage the entire lifecycle of technical documentation, from creation to publication and distribution.Support translation teams by ensuring terminological consistency and providing accurate reference materials.Organize and maintain a structured database of technical content (components, procedures, specifications, BOMs) to optimize reuse and streamline documentation processes.Technical Skills & Requirements:Proven experience (5+ years) in writing user and maintenance manuals for complex machinery, preferably in agricultural, construction, earth-moving, or lifting sectors.Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles, with ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and functional diagrams.Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud Professional tools:InDesignfor professional layoutIllustratorfor vector graphics and schematicsPhotoshopfor image processingAcrobatfor managing PDFsCAD and rendering software:Advanced knowledge ofSolid Edgefor 3D model analysis and exploded viewsGood knowledge ofKeyshotfor photorealistic renderingStrong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.Familiarity with BOM consultation, component coding, and data management.Optional programming skills: basic HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python for content automation or web management.Qualifications & Personal Attributes:Technical diploma or degree (Engineering, Industrial Technical Certificate) or equivalent professional experience.Excellent Italian and good technical English (written and spoken).Proactive, autonomous, and able to collaborate effectively across departments and with suppliers.Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality and meeting deadlines.Precision, attention to detail, and strong analytical problem-solving skills.Practical skills: able to model objects independently via technical drawing and use measuring tools (calipers, thread gauges, multimeters).Able to work effectively in teams and under pressure.