Full-Time

Sr. Technical Writer

Posted on 1/23/2025

Energy Solutions

Energy Solutions

201-500 employees

Provides scalable solutions for energy management

Energy
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$92k - $125kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Not accepting applications from the following states: Alaska, Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Wyoming.

Category
Technical Writing
Content & Writing
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

You match the following Energy Solutions's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree preferably in science, engineering, philosophy, journalism, or another writing-focused discipline.
  • A minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, preferably in civil engineering, energy, regulatory, or climate topics.
  • Strong experience presenting complex technical information to a broad audience, including clients and leadership executives.
  • Must be detail-oriented with ability to grasp and succinctly articulate technical information, as well as demonstrate the ability to write and edit for clarity and understanding.
  • Exceptional copyediting skills and familiarity with academic publishing standards for grammar, usage, citations, and punctuation.
  • Strong experience with narrative structure development and content editing, particularly in coordination with multiple authors.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Word required, including use of advanced formatting, templates, and citations.
  • Proficient in use of digital collaboration tools, specifically Microsoft 365 (Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Collaborative style, able to adapt to changing schedules and situations and collaborate with various partners including technical subject matter experts and other specialized staff.
  • Strong work ethic, time management, and communication skills.
  • Ability to function effectively both independently and within a team environment working with remote colleagues.
Responsibilities
  • Draft or edit original content for research papers, program reports, proposed regulations, position papers, articles for industry publications, blog posts, and other client-facing and public-facing work.
  • Engage with complex regulatory and technical material and convey that in clear, comprehensible written communications.
  • Handle a variety of content, structural, and copy-editing duties across a range of reports, papers, and articles.
  • Provide strong leadership and client management skills when collaborating cross-departmentally on key reports and articles.
  • Help ensure consistent standards and voice throughout all reports, papers, and other deliverables by adhering to company and client editorial style guidelines and blending the disparate contributions of multiple authors into one cohesive voice.
  • Develop a strong understanding of Energy Solutions’ products and services.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to gather industry expertise, and information about services, projects, and business strategy, to inform written work and assist with editing, proofreading, document preparation and publication.
  • Identify creative ways to visually convey information and collaborate with Creative Services team to develop meaningful graphics.
  • Draft or edit content for RFP responses or other proposals to support Energy Solutions’ business development and project implementation.
  • Build content libraries to support writing efforts.
  • Assist with internal help requests from colleagues for inquiries about writing, grammar, citation, and Microsoft Word support.
Desired Qualifications
  • A proven professional or personal commitment to the betterment of the environment and the reduction of GHGs is a strong plus.

Energy Solutions focuses on creating large-scale environmental impacts through cost-effective solutions for carbon, energy, and water management. The company works with energy providers, government agencies, and businesses to improve their environmental footprint by offering expertise in areas like energy efficiency, demand management, and clean transportation. Their approach involves identifying new technologies and collaborating with partners to accelerate market adoption and establish quality standards. Energy Solutions generates revenue by providing market-driven programs that help clients achieve energy savings and comply with regulations. With over 20 years of experience, the company is known for its reliability and commitment to meeting client needs while delivering significant environmental benefits.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Oakland, California

Founded

1995

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for energy management due to smart grid technology adoption.
  • Opportunities in clean transportation and carbon management from green hydrogen rise.
  • Growing corporate sustainability commitments boost demand for energy efficiency services.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging startups with advanced technologies increase competition in the clean energy sector.
  • Potential regulatory changes could impact program offerings and require adjustments.
  • Rising costs of raw materials may affect pricing strategy and profit margins.

What makes Energy Solutions unique

  • Over 25 years of experience in energy and environmental management solutions.
  • Strong partnerships with governments to establish quality standards for new technologies.
  • Focus on market-driven, scalable solutions for significant environmental impact.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Company Equity

Remote Work Options

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

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