Assistant Technical Writer

Assistant Technical Writer

The Assistant Technical Writer supports the Engineering organization by drafting, editing, and formatting technical documents, proposals, job descriptions, standard operating procedures, and other written deliverables. This entry-level role is well suited to a developing writer who wants to build a career in technical and engineering communications, working closely with engineering, proposals, and business operations teams to ensure documents are clear, consistent, and professionally presented.
Duties
Drafts, edits, and proofreads technical documents, job descriptions, proposals, reports, and internal communications for clarity, grammar, and consistency
Supports the Engineering and Proposals teams with formatting, styling, and version control of written deliverables
Maintains and applies document templates and style guides to ensure a consistent voice and format across deliverables
Assists in the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and internal reference materials
Coordinates with subject matter experts across engineering disciplines to translate technical content into clear, well-organized writing
Supports layout, formatting, and light graphic coordination for proposals and presentations
Proofreads and quality-checks documents prior to distribution or submission
Brings potential document or process-related issues, along with possible solutions, to the attention of the responsible party
Takes personal responsibility for the quality, accuracy, and professionalism of all written work product
Required Experience and Education
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, or other relevant writing discipline
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Willingness to work onsite at one of our existing engineering offices, preferably Spokane, WA; Portland, OR; or Boise, ID
Competencies & Skills
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with excellent attention to detail
Any relevant publications or published writing samples are a plus
Prior experience in a technical, engineering, or corporate writing environment
Familiarity with AP style or other formal technical writing standards
Travel Requirements
Travel: Minimal- up to 5% of the time, as needed for coordination with engineering offices
What You'll Get
Competitive Compensation
401(k) Retirement Plan
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional Development
Tuition Assistance
Employee Discount Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.