We're the global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses grow and communities thrive. We work as a team and we’re proud of the difference we make to customers, to local communities, and towards a sustainable future for the world.We’re looking for a Manufacturing Technical Author, based at our Lomondgate site in Dumbarton. Your key objective will be to translate complex manufacturing and engineering concepts into clear, concise documentation that supports operational excellence and safety.Why Aggreko? Here are some of the perks and rewards:<ul><li>Generous benefits package (including but not limited to pension plan, bonus scheme, and Life Assurance) </li><li>Generous holiday entitlement, with option to ‘buy’ or ‘sell‘</li><li>A focus on continued personal development</li><li>Paid time off work for volunteering in the community</li><li>Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which helps promote and support a healthy lifestyle</li></ul>What you’ll do:<ul><li>Develop, maintain, and update technical documentation related to manufacturing processes, equipment operation, maintenance procedures, and safety protocols</li><li>Gather detailed work instruction steps and images through direct observation on the shop floor</li><li>Collaborate with engineers, process experts, and production staff to gather accurate technical information</li><li>Translate complex technical data, schematics, and process flows into user-friendly manuals, SOPs, and training materials</li><li>Ensure documentation complies with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company quality policies</li><li>Participate in process improvement initiatives by documenting best practices and lessons learned</li><li>Support manufacturing teams by providing clear, accessible technical content that enhances operational efficiency and safety</li><li>Review and validate technical content for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Assist in the creation of visual aids such as diagrams, flowcharts, and schematics</li></ul>You’ll have the following skills and experience:<ul><li>Strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering, or a related field</li><li>Ability to translate complex technical data into clear, user-friendly content</li><li>Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO standards)</li><li>Experience with document management systems and basic technical illustration or graphic design tools</li><li>Keen interest in emerging technologies and their use in supporting creation and maintenance of documentation</li><li>Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills</li></ul>Find out more and apply now.Bring your energy. Grow your career.#LI- AM1Equal employment opportunityWe welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

As the global leader in temporary power, temperature control and energy solutions, we enable our customers to achieve their goals through a range of innovative, flexible, class-leading modular solutions.&nbsp;
Utilising the latest technologies, we combine innovative thinking with our sector knowledge to deliver the best results; where, when and for as long as needed.
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