Senior Technical Writer

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Global Staffing Sourcing November 21, 2024

Pay- $70,000 – $90,000 a year

Job type- Full-time

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off

Full job description

It is an organization dedicated to advancing the economy-wide transformation needed for the deep decarbonization of energy systems while supplying the energy needed to support rising standards of living and economic growth worldwide.  Embraces a vision for integrated, low-carbon, low-cost energy systems that leverage gases, liquids, efficiency, and infrastructure to meet the urgent challenges presented by climate change and global energy access. With a team that includes some of the nation’s top energy scientists, engineers, and thought leaders, we deliver clean and resilient solutions to a growing world.  Partners with organizations around the globe to realize the ambitious aspirations of a global energy transition.

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Senior Technical Writer to join our technical writing team. In this position, you will use your technical communication skills to help scientists and engineers create technical reports for our customers – for projects in research, demonstration, and development of new technologies.

By demonstrating continuous improvements in technology and solutions that lower the emissions and costs of energy, the organization shapes energy systems that decarbonize economies, protect our environment, and benefit populations. We put people at the center of everything we do, providing resources to individuals and communities that allow everyone to fully thrive and grow.

On the team, you will be surrounded by people who are passionate and purpose-driven, empowered to continuously learn, ask hard questions, and apply knowledge and experience to meaningful and high-impact solutions.

We offer generous benefits, competitive salaries, and opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. We prioritize an inclusive, diverse, and respectful culture and ensure that reasonable accommodation is made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their roles.

Work Location

This position is approved to be fully remote or can be based in the Chicagoland area at the headquarters. We offer a hybrid/core workweek: employees can work remotely on Mondays and Fridays and must work on-site Tuesday through Thursday. If fully remote, occasional travel (20% or less) to the headquarters in Chicagoland may be needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate customer-facing quarterly and annual reports throughout a research project
• Interview subject matter experts to collect and understand content of reports
• Work with subject matter experts to ensure that draft reports are accurate, clear, and concise
• Review drafts for consistency in presentation, tone, and style, and for adherence to established guidelines
• Verify that final reports are complete, error-free, grammatical, and formatted appropriately
• Centralize and standardize workflows/templates for content generation, modification, and quality control
• Apply advanced editorial tools that will improve and streamline reporting output
• Provide occasional proposal support as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Supporting Material

• Proficiency in interviewing for document content
• Strong ability to grasp complex technical concepts and present ideas clearly using copy, graphs, and figures
• Experience in document development, with proven skills in writing, editing, formatting, and design
• Ability to set priorities, accomplish goals, and work independently
• Advanced communication and people skills in one-on-one and team environments
• Ability to meet dynamic and tight deadlines
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft products and familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Ability to collaborate in a telework environment where communication is mainly through Microsoft Teams
• Strong portfolio of work samples to be shared and considered during job application process

Education and Experience

• Five (5) or more years of experience writing technical and/or scientific documentation
• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, or a technical/scientific degree with a background in technical communication
• Experience in the energy industry is strongly preferred

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position is $70,000 – $90,000 USD annually. This salary range is a good faith estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to,  business or organizational needs and an individual’s relevant experience, education, qualifications, certifications, skills, seniority, geographic location, and/or performance. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information.

Skills

Preferred

• Document Development
• Energy Industry Knowledge
• Editing and Proofreading
• Document Management
• Technical Communication
• Technical Writing

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