What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procedure Writer position at Edgewater Technical Associates?
Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Procedure Writer opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN.
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Procedure Writer to develop, revise, and maintain operational procedures supporting an industrial manufacturing project within the nuclear industry. This role ensures that all documentation aligns with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and engineering specifications. The ideal candidate will have experience writing procedures in a highly regulated environment and a strong understanding of NQA-1, DOE, and NRC compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and update procedures for manufacturing, testing, maintenance, and quality assurance activities
- Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), engineers, and operations personnel to gather technical content
- Ensure all procedures comply with NQA-1, DOE, NRC, and internal standards
- Format and structure documents for clarity, usability, and regulatory compliance
- Maintain document control and revision history in accordance with configuration management protocols
- Support audits and inspections by providing accurate and traceable documentation
- Review and incorporate feedback from stakeholders to continuously improve procedural content
- Assist in training efforts by developing supporting materials and job aids
- Ensure consistency across procedures and alignment with approved work instructions and specifications
Required Qualifications:
- 5 years of experience writing procedures in the nuclear or defense industries
- Experience supporting DOE or NRC-regulated projects
- Strong understanding of NQA-1 and nuclear regulatory documentation standards
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems
- Excellent written communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Engineering, or related field
- Certification in technical writing or documentation standards
- Experience with electronic document control systems
Other Job Requirements:
- United States Citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Security clearance. Active clearance is a plus.
If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers
Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!
WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES
Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.
Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.
Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.
View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers
