Description
PowerSecure is seeking a Submittal Technical Writer (TW I) to join the Technical Writing Department in our Durham, NC location. The primary responsibility will be composing and compiling cut sheets, drawings, and specifications for project Submittals. Additional responsibilities will include creating, editing, and formatting necessary documents to support PowerSecure's line of products. The candidate must be thoroughly comfortable working with Design Engineers and Project Managers under a tight deadline to gather all necessary information and drawings for Submittals.
Minimum Qualifications:
BA or BS degree; Engineering, English, other applicable studies with technical focus.
Associate degree in Engineering will also be considered.
2+ years' experience editing, reading, and interpreting engineering documents is preferred.
2+ years' experience in construction, manufacturing, and power systems is preferred.
Knowledge and use of Adobe products preferred, specifically Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator.
Familiarity with AutoCAD.
Ability to interpret in-house and customer specifications, mechanical and electrical engineering documents, and industry safety standards.
Very strong working knowledge of MS Office, specifically Teams, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Attention to detail and ability to edit and format documents, both individually and with peers. Independently research, comprehend, and retain a multitude of industry specifications and procedures to produce accurate documents.
Comprehend overall scope of projects as well as break down, gather, and organize relevant information.
Collect information from Project Managers (and other sources) to produce an easy-to follow submittal package for internal and external company use.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills across multiple mediums such as in-person, email, and Microsoft Teams calls and messages.
Ability to observe and follow accepted formatting and style guides.
Essential Functions:
Consult with Subject Matter Experts and content providers to ensure common understanding of policies and procedures.
Collaborate closely with Design Engineers and Project Managers to obtain materials and project specifications ensuring the most up-to-date accurate information is published.
Understand the concept of a Microgrid and how each component works within the system.
Monitor projects within the system as well as anticipate and understand customer needs.
Multitask and prioritize Submittals throughout various stages of development including. templates and revisions.
Willingness to learn new skills and assist in developing a broad range of documents.
Maintain data sheet repository and ensure documents remain up-to-date.
Up to 10% of travel.
About Us:
PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is a leading provider of innovative energy solutions to electric utilities and their industrial, institutional, and commercial customers.
We invest in high-value and cost-effective benefits for our employees. Our benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage- Competitive pay and a matching 401 (k) plan- Vacation, Company Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO- personal and sick days) - Flexible spending accounts/Health savings account- Wellness Incentive Programs- Employee Referral Program- Tuition Reimbursement
PowerSecure is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This position is not open to third party recruiters.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Operating Company: PowerSecure
