Remote Technical Writer

Who we need…

Management Solutions is seeking a Technical Writer to join our team. This is a temporary position that has the potential to become long term.

Who we are…

Management Solutions is a national award-winning management consulting firm that specializes in delivering project management solutions for projects vital to our national security. We specialize in project strategy and execution, energy technical support services, predictive project management systems, environmental services, and advanced data analytics. We deliver simple, innovative solutions to complex problems facing our federal customers. Founded in 2002, MSLLC has been named Small Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Department of Energy and the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. MSLLC has also been recognized as one of the Top Employers in the Greater Knoxville area.

This position will support the Department of Energy Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED). OCED is a multi-technology office responsible for overseeing more than $20B of investment in large scale demonstrations in emerging technologies such as clean hydrogen, carbon capture, advanced nuclear reactors, grid-scale energy storage, industrial emissions reductions as well as demonstrations in rural and socioeconomically disadvantaged regions. We are looking for individuals with a range of skills and interest in large-scale clean energy demonstration projects, particularly in renewable systems, carbon capture and removal, hydrogen, and nuclear energy technologies.

This position will be responsible for writing/editing documents for the Project Management Office and other related offices. Additional responsibilities may arise, as needed.

The Technical Writer will be responsible for the following

• Meet with DOE stakeholders to understand their technical writing needs and supporting vision as it relates to documents (e.g., policies, procedures, guidance manuals, presentations, white papers, and other guiding documents)
• Engage with subject matter experts to synthesize complex content into an orderly, simplified document
• Identify key questions to be asked and/or needs to be addressed of subject matter experts when developing technical documents
• Prepare policies, procedures, guidance manuals, and other guiding documents to support the Department of Energy’s Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations
• Manage the document development process from inception through submission to deliver technical documents on schedule
• Manage multiple technical writing assignments concurrently
• Participate in client meetings, taking comprehensive notes and synthesizing key points for all stakeholders involved

What you will need…

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Engineering, Technology, or a related field
• 5 years of experience, or 8 years equivalent combination of education and/or related experience (e.g., technical / procedure writing, drafting documentation for conducting analysis or engineering assessments)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (in particular Microsoft Word and Visio), with strong ability to leverage these tools for template development and formatting (e.g., outline functions, cross-references, embedded images, etc.)
• Excellent ability to proofread and edit a range of written material
• Proficient at taking and synthesizing comprehensive notes (even if subject matter is unfamiliar or technical in nature)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with team members, federal clients, subject matter experts, and other key stakeholders
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Department of Energy procedures / Experience writing Department of Energy procedures for Project Controls, EVMS, or a Project Management Office is a plus
• Procedure Professionals Association (PPA) Procedure Writer Certification is a plus
• Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Location:

• This position is remote, with the expectation that candidates can work during Eastern Time Zone office hours. Residency in the United States is a mandatory requirement

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• PTO & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term Disability
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not a complete list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.

Management Solutions LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.