Technical Writer - Fusion Systems

Description

The Senior Technical Writer – Fusion Systems will support safe, repeatable, and scalable operation of fusion systems by creating and maintaining clear internal technical documentation. Working closely with operations, engineering, and research teams, the writer translates complex hardware, diagnostics, and experimental processes into usable procedures and reference materials for engineers and technicians. The position reports to the R&D Manager and is based onsite in Everett, WA.

• Author and maintain system descriptions, operating, maintenance, commissioning, and O&M manuals
• Translate system behavior, workflows, hazards, and constraints into clear technician‑ready documentation
• Develop and refine procedures for operation, maintenance, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Create educational and reference documents for operators and technicians
• Perform technical reviews to ensure accuracy, consistency, and standard compliance
• Establish standardized formats, templates, and guidelines for work instructions
• Prioritize and manage documentation tasks to align with operational schedules and experimental timelines
• Communicate documentation status, risks, and gaps; drive mitigations
• Contribute to documentation lifecycle management and tooling requirements
• Foster a culture of high‑quality operational documentation through process development and training
• Direct collaboration with engineers, technicians, and operators to capture as‑built system behavior and lessons learned

Requirements

• 6+ years producing operations‑focused technical documentation for complex hardware or experimental systems
• Experience authoring procedure‑driven documentation for technicians and operators
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, electrical diagrams, P&IDs, and system block diagrams
• Strong understanding of document control practices, versioning, reviews, and lifecycle management
• Familiarity with safety‑critical or high‑reliability operations and risk mitigation
• Project management skills to prioritize multiple documentation efforts
• Excellent technical editing, organizational, and communication skills with strong attention to detail

Benefits

Helion offers a total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k) matching and other benefits, and the company is an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity and provides accommodations throughout the interview process.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and families
• 31 days PTO (21 vacation days + 10 sick days)
• 10 paid holidays plus a company‑wide winter break
• Up to 5 % employer 401(k) match
• Short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance
• Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks) and support
• Annual wellness stipend

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance