Technical Writer (Contractor)

Company Overview

Zeno Power’s (Zeno) mission is to provide clean, plug-and-play power anywhere in the universe. To do that, Zeno is developing a next-generation radioisotope power system (RPS) that generates carbon-free, resilient power for decades, utilizing material found in nuclear waste. Zeno’s technology is both light-weight and cost-effective compared to historic RPS, opening up broad market opportunities in space and terrestrially. To bring this breakthrough technology to market, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans, to the surface of the moon, and in austere environments here on Earth.

Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Technical Writer

Zeno is seeking a highly motivated Technical Writer to support our Engineering, Project Management and broader team in creating and editing technical documents.

In this role you will:

• Review and proofread technical documents to ensure clarity, consistency, and compliance with internal and external standards
• Write and edit technical documents including specifications, engineering reports, design review reports, manuals, procedures, proposals, etc.
• Write and edit procedural documentation such as user guidelines and instructions.
• Determine the type of document and format that will best serve the project requirements.
• Manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and documentation is delivered on time.
• Work closely with engineering and project managers to understand technical specifications and processes.
• Research technical work examples to aid in technical writing of Zeno work products.
• Assesses the audience needs for whom the technical and procedural documentation is intended; adjusts tone and technical terms used to meet those needs and to ensure understanding.
• Plan writing processes and set timelines and deadlines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors degree in English, Technical Writing, or related field required.
• 3+ years of experience as a Technical Writer within an engineering or technical environment required.
  
• Ability to translate complex technical jargon into clear and concise content.
• Strong project management skills and ability to work with tight deadlines.
• Experience using Confluence or Jira is a plus.
• Experience supporting technical proposal writing is a plus.

Job Functions

• Motor Abilities: Sitting/standing for extended periods, gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical requirements: Ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds
• Special Senses: Visual and audio
• Work Conditions: Typing, standing/sitting working environment of >8 hr/day
• Travel: Travel is not required for this role
• Location: Seattle, WA
• Work Schedule: Hybrid - Monday/Friday option to WFH, Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday attendance in our South Lake Union office in Seattle, WA is required.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated hourly rate for this contracted role is $30-$60/hr. The final rate is determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and certifications.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Export Control

Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.