Technical Author

​Position Description:

• Technical Author for Body & Equipment Mounting Manuals (BEMM) x 2 Using Global Product Development System (GPDS) framework, review and quantify Program change content using gateway papers and Product Direction Letters (PDLs).

• Based on the changes, use CAD data from TeamCentre / VisMockup to create layered images in Adobe Photoshop and generate new content that explains the issue / changes with annotations as required.

• Import the new images/content into Adobe In-Design and crate a `draft' BEMM document for review.

• Use the draft BEMM to consolidate input from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and agree the content for publication. When required, facilitate cross-functional discussions, and broker an agreed consensus.

• Once approved by SME¿s, update the Adobe In-Design file in the relevant section of the BEMM.

• When authoring, consider the document will be translated into 7 x European languages, and remain customer focussed throughout.

• Work to the BEMM loading/capacity chart to manage updates. Track all open issues to closure and develop action plans to deliver on time.

Skills Required:

• Adobe In-Design, Adobe Photoshop, Catia 5, TeamCentre, VisMockup, Sharepoint, Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, Powerpoint).

• Outstanding communication skills, both written & oral.

Experience Required:

• Prior experience of Ford systems/tools, specifically Adobe In-Design, Adobe Photoshop, TeamCentre, Vismockup and PDL.

Experience Preferred:

• Awareness of language translations when creating new content.