Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Procedure Writer (Chemical Process) opportunity in Johnson City, TN.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Procedure Writer with a strong background in chemical processes to develop, revise, and maintain technical operating and maintenance procedures. This role is responsible for translating complex technical requirements into clear, accurate, and compliant procedures that support safe and efficient operations in highly regulated environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, revise, and maintain operating and maintenance procedures for chemical processes and nuclear facilities.
- Convert technical requirements, engineering documents, P&IDs, system descriptions, and regulatory standards into user-friendly, actionable procedures.
- Ensure procedures align with regulatory requirements (e.g., DOE, NRC, OSHA, EPA, ISO, or other applicable governing bodies).
- Conduct document reviews and validations with subject matter experts (SMEs), engineering, operations, and safety personnel.
- Participate in procedure walkthroughs, tabletop reviews, and field validations to verify technical accuracy and usability.
- Maintain configuration control and document management within established quality assurance programs.
- Support audits, assessments, and regulatory inspections as needed.
- Identify opportunities for procedural improvements to enhance safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Nuclear Technology, Technical Writing, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- 5+ years of procedure writing and development experience in chemical processing industrial environment.
- Direct experience in nuclear facility operations, radiological controls, or chemical plant operations.
- Demonstrated experience writing or revising technical procedures in a controlled documentation environment.
- Strong understanding of process safety principles and operational risk mitigation.
- Experience interpreting P&IDs, system flow diagrams, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as DOE, NRC, OSHA, EPA, or comparable governing bodies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple document revisions simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PPA Certification.
- Experience developing procedures from a nuclear chemical process line.
- Knowledge of configuration management and quality assurance standards (e.g., NQA-1, ISO 9001).
- Experience with electronic document management systems (EDMS).
- Experience supporting readiness reviews or operational startups.
Other Job Requirements:
- United States Citizenship
If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers
Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!
WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES
Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.
Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.
Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.
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