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Helion · 1 day ago

Technical Writer

Everett, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$79K/yr - $104K/yr

3+ years exp

Helion is a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, focused on building the world's first fusion power plant. The Technical Writer will be responsible for creating clear and precise documentation to support manufacturing engineering processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and standardization.

EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Author comprehensive work instructions used by production manufacturing and test operations in a high-complexity manufacturing environment

Collaborate with engineers and technicians to refine build sequences, process flow, and tool documentation for improved efficiency

Lead the creation and release of documentation for new product lines in partnership with design and manufacturing engineering

Develop Job Hazard Assessments, safety procedures, and department-wide specifications to meet compliance standards

Build standardized documentation templates and work instruction formats for capacitor manufacturing

Establish standardization rules, best practices, and style guidelines for technical documentation

Manage documentation systems, including PDMs, SDS databases, folder structures, and accessibility within MES systems

Mentor and provide guidance to junior writers and engineers contributing to documentation

Improve documentation practices and support strategic plans within Manufacturing Engineering

Manage a system for continuous improvement for documentation, managing multiple projects at once

Qualification

Documentation tools proficiencyManufacturing environment experienceTechnical writingProofreadingNew product introductionCollaboration skillsMentoring skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

3+ years of experience authoring technical content within a manufacturing environment

Experience translating complex technical information into concise, and applicable documentation for production teams

Advanced writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to technical accuracy and clarity

Proficiency in documentation tools and systems such as Microsoft Office, Confluence, SharePoint, or equivalent platforms

Familiarity with electrical/mechanical component production processes

Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) documentation within an engineering or production setting

Experience with tool development, lifecycle activities, tools and processes

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and their families

31 Days of PTO (21 vacation days and 10 sick days)

10 Paid holidays, plus company-wide winter break

Up to 5% employer 401(k) match

Short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance

Paid parental leave and support (up to 16 weeks)

Annual wellness stipend

Company

Helion

We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity.

Founded in 2013

Everett, Washington, USA

201-500 employees