U-Metal Nuclear Procedure Writer

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Erwin (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. seeks a U-Metal Nuclear Procedure Writer to develop and revise plant procedures supporting Nuclear Fuel Services operations in Erwin, Tennessee. You will work with SMEs and follow writer guidelines to ensure clear, concise, and compliant documents used in safe facility operation.

Experience in technical writing, strong grammar, and proficiency with MS Word are essential. On-site role with emphasis on document control, verification, and safe practices in a nuclear setting.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Science, Technical or related field, or 8 years of relevant experience.
• 3–5 years of experience required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word.
• Strong technical, organizational and time management skills; writing, vocabulary and grammar are critical.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new and revised plant procedures for NFS operations.
• Evaluate change requests and research manuals, drawings, and policies for safe operation.
• Interface with SMEs to gather information for procedure documents.
• Ensure format, order, clarity, and terminology per guidelines.
• Verify usability in the field and perform walk-down observations.
• Use NFS software (eB) to process revisions.
• Advise on corrective actions and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain safety knowledge and perform duties safely.

Skills

Technical writing

MS Word

Time management

Strong writing

Vocabulary & grammar

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or related field

Job description

U-Metal Nuclear Procedure Writer

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities ("BWXT" or the "Company") complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

Position Overview

Responsible for developing new and revising existing plant procedures (and LOA's) which support Nuclear Fuel Services operations. In this position, the procedure writer will work with limited supervision to analyze, design and develop work process documents in support of the nuclear operating facilities at NFS. Specific training and/or a writer's guidance document will be followed with respect to site procedure specifications regarding format, order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology.

Location

Onsite in Erwin, Tennessee.

Your Day to Day as a U-Metal Nuclear Procedure Writer

• Responsible for design and development of new and revised plant procedures in support of NFS operations.
• Responsible to evaluate requests/proposal for changes to procedures, research technical manuals, process flow documents, plant drawings, safety basis documents, customer requirements and site policies to ensure the safe operation of equipment, procedure flow and usability, and adherence to regulatory requirements and writer's guidelines.
• Interface with Subject Matter Experts (SME's) as necessary during all phases of new or revised procedure development. Expected to use appropriate questioning techniques to gather the information needed to generate procedure documents.
• Follow specific training and writer's guidance to ensure procedures format, order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology provide ease of use.
• Participate in verification and validation of procedure usability in the field. Perform plant and facility walk-downs from which the observations will be used to incorporate human performance standards and technical accuracy.
• Use NFS enterprise software (eB) to process procedure revisions.
• Advise on development of corrective actions (e.g., procedure changes), to ensure that institution and facility expectations and requirements are met.
• Maintain knowledge of and demonstrate ability to perform work safely in accordance with approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and perform assigned duties in a safe manner.
• Execute other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

B.S. degree in Science, Technical or related degree OR without B. S. degree 8 years of relevant experience. Three to five years' experience is required. Strong technical, organizational and time management skills. Strong writing, vocabulary and grammar skills are critical to the success of the position. Proficient with Microsoft Word.

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The base salary range for this position in [[stateProvince]] at the start of employment is expected to be between $[[cust_salaryMin]] and $[[cust_salaryMax]] per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.