Technical Writer Job at NAES in Issaquah

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Summary

The Technical Writer is responsible for generating technical documentation across a wide range of industrial equipment and systems. Report to the Project Manager and research, organize, and produce technical documents that follows PIC Group’s methodology, philosophy, and standards. The Technical Writer is an integral part of a team that delivers support documentation to construction, commissioning, and operations personnel and is responsible for performing field validation and quality checks against as-built systems and equipment. Develop complex procedures, diagrams, and technical materials for use in the field to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, build, or repair equipment and systems. Work independently and coordinate with clients, manage project document creation, and lead regular meetings with key stakeholders.

Primary Duties

Write technical documents for power plants including installation, start-up, operating and maintenance procedures, and manuals

Researches and collects data through engineering documentation, drawings, and other pertinent available source data

Under supervision, helps maintain and adhere to procedure revision guidelines, procedure standards, and procedure writing guidelines

Interviews engineering, marketing, manufacturing, customer services, and other project team members for information

Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material

Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology

Draw in field sketches to illustrate specified system layout

Maintain records and files of work and revisions

Maintain Technical Library, including gathering and sorting source and background materials

Review published materials and revisions for changes in scope, format, and content

Analyze developments in specific field to determine need for revisions in previously published materials and development of new material

Performs On‑Site Plant Reviews and System Walkdowns

Expands product knowledge through continuing education in documentation specific industry technology as well as the technology of the products. Maintains familiarity with customers / target audiences and their documentation needs

Working Relationships

The Technical Writer reports to the Documentation Services Supervisor.

Compensation

The initial compensation range is $35.67 – $41.00.

Job Qualifications

Education : High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education :

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration or equivalent from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent.

PMP Certified

Years of Experience :

Two years of experience in technical writing and the use of Microsoft Suite for technical writing applications.

Two years of operations experience in heavy industrial or power generation.

Preferred Experience :

Experience in the use of technical writing software applications such as AutoCAD.

Proficient across various disciplines : mechanical, electrical, and controls with a wide degree of project ownership and flexibility.

Licenses / Certification :

Software / Equipment Knowledge :

Strong working knowledge and ability to read blueprints, schematics, and interpret engineering documents : Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s), Electrical One‑Lines, Product Manuals, Logic Diagrams, etc.

Skilled in technical writing and use of MS Suites.

Other Considerations :

Able to independently research, develop, and review new procedures and changes to existing procedures.

Able to simplify moderate to complex topics for lay audiences.

Strong attention to detail and written communication skills.

Adept in collaborating with internal and external parties.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions :

Ability to work at desk for extended periods of time.

Ability to perform system walkdowns at client facility including climbing stairs and wearing proper personal protective equipment.

Fit for Duty : All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post‑offer physical examination and drug screening and post‑employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

NAES Safe : Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees must adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of employee performance evaluation.

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