The role of the technical translator is to not only be a transmitter of information, but also to be a constructor of procedural discourse and knowledge through meaning, particularly because often, the technical translator may also take on the role of the technical writer.
Tehnikatekstide tõlkija roll ei ole mitte ainult teabe edastaja, vaid ka teadmiste läbi sisu looja, kuna tihti võib tehnikateksti tõlkija olla ka tehnilise sisuga teksti koostaja rollis.