Procedure Writer

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Competitive pay and benefits

Flexible work hours

On-site amenities

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a Procedure Writer to develop and maintain procedures, division-level plans, and program documents for NNFD under ISED. The role ensures compliance with safety basis and nuclear criticality safety requirements and supports document management systems.

The candidate should have a BS degree with 5–7 years of experience in technical writing or procedure development, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate across diverse scientific and

Qualifications

• BS degree with 5-7 years of experience or equivalent.
• Experience with procedure or other technical writing/editing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain procedures, division-level plans, and program documents.
• Create and revise administrative and technical procedures to meet safety and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure procedures are technically adequate and written for the intended user.
• Coordinate reviews and validation of draft procedures with stakeholders.
• Maintain records and coordinate document distribution and review workflows.

Skills

Technical writing

Procedures development

Verbal & written communication

Collaboration

Editing

Education

BS degree in a technical field

Tools

Adobe LiveCycle

Job description

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The Isotope Science and Enrichment Directorate’s Document and Records Management group in the Nonreactor Nuclear Facilities Division (NNFD), within the Isotope Science and Enrichment Directorate (ISED), is seeking to hire a Procedure Writer. This position develops and maintains procedures, including adequate implementation of all requirements, for facilities and operations. This position is responsible for developing/maintaining documents as requested and ensuring applicable requirements are met based on activity/document type.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain procedures, division-level plans, and program description documents.
• Develop new and revised administrative and technical procedures that comply with applicable administrative program, safety basis, and nuclear criticality safety requirements, as applicable.
• Ensure procedures are technically adequate and written to a level of detail consistent with the qualifications and training of the expected users.
• Serve as the interpretive authority for human and organizational performance for procedures.
• Work with applicable section head, facility manager, or group lead for verification and validation of draft technical procedures, as required.
• Perform walkdowns in process areas to ensure technical adequacy and accuracy of process and equipment information in technical procedures.
• Interface with engineering and labeling personnel to ensure components associated with the operations correctly reflect the component descriptions called out in the procedure action steps, diagrams, system alignments, and checklists.
• Coordinate Job Hazard Evaluation reviews to determine what hazard controls are required to implement technical procedures.
• Facilitate the review process for documents, ensuring that stakeholder feedback is considered along with consistent formatting.
• Support the creation and maintenance of other documents including, forms, plans, and program description documents, as needed.
• Support development of procedures/documents for other areas as assigned by ISED Document and Records Management group lead.
• Collaborate with other staff, developers, and administrators on document management systems.
• Coordinate documents through review, approval, and distribution as well as additional required analyses based on document type (e.g., Job Hazard Evaluation for technical procedures).
• Maintain records and interface with records personnel to ensure applicable requirements are met.
• Serve as the document management coordinator (DMC) for supported organizations and attend DMC forums.

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree with 5-7 years of experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience with procedure or other technical writing/editing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with applicable requirements
• Prior experience in a nuclear environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of people having a wide range of technical and scientific backgrounds
• Familiarity with Adobe Live Cycle

Special Requirements:

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.

Relocation:

Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following:

• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Contributory Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Generous Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Discounts

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: [e-mail].

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.