Senior Technical Writer

Job Summary Designs, develops, and implements customized technical and commercial documents. Gathers information about needs, objectives, functions, features and requirements. Performs writing tasks for technical documents such as user manuals, installation manuals, help documents, procedures and tutorials, presentations, business breifs, contracts, and patent applications. Job Duties/Tasks/Responsibilities Designs, develops and maintains technical documentation as part of the system deliverable. Interacts with engineers, designers, scientists and project managers to understand and communicate product limitations. Determines the need for revisions, corrections or changes to previously published procedures. Edits material for structure, completeness, accuracy, organizational consistency and appropriateness of content. Develops and revises operating procedures, maintenance procedures, emergency operating procedures, start-up and test procedures and alarm response procedures. Implements Documented Safety Analysis (DSA), NCSC, Technical Safety Requirements (TSR) and environmental requirements in procedures. Initiates job hazard analysis development as required. Works directly with procedure authors/requestors to review copy, illustrations and other materials submitted for inclusion in assigned documents. Applies project knowledge and/or conducts research through discussions with technical specialists or other resources when appropriate. Uses interactive technologies to blend text, graphics, multidimensional images, sound and video when appropriate. May lead and guide the work of other Technical writers and graphic designers. Responsible for the preparation of the most complex technical documents. Develops and manages through submittal and approval patent applications. Develops technical, managerial and commercial presentations in various file formats. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements Education Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience in Communications and a technical discipline Certifications None required Required Experience A minimum of 20 years experience in technical writing A minimum of 5 years’ experience in developing marketing materials Preferred Experience Experience with DOE orders and OSHA requirements 1 year experience at a nuclear facility in a related field Required and Desired Skills Ability to work with engineers, scientists, computer specialists, software developers and operations staff Ability to work with teams in different regions and timezones Self motivated with ability to work with limitted direction Ability to travel inside the United States and Internationally Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong logic and critical thinking skills Advanced proficiency in various software programs used in the development of procedures, drawings and sketches such as Microsoft Office, File Maker Pro and Visio Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail, consistency and clarity in conformance with required formats and standards Demonstrated expertise with a variety of technical writing tasks, ranging from editing prepared text to drafting original reports Ability to understand complex information and communicate it in written form (e.g., memos, reports, brochures, etc.) for a variety of audiences Ability to work both independently and in a team environment Some familiarity with production scheduling and related processes Working knowledge of Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) core functions and guiding principles and how the requirements are integrated into writing and editing technical documents EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Energy Solutions, LLC