Grants & Proposal Writer
6 days ago
Palm Beach Gardens
Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Competitive salary, • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Paid time off Location: Palm Beach Gardens, FL Employment Type: Full-Time About AMPERA AMPERA is a pioneering clean-energy venture developing micro-scale Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) designed to deliver safe, efficient, and autonomous nuclear power for a sustainable future. Our mission is to accelerate the global transition to clean, sovereign energy through advanced reactor design, scalable manufacturing, and intelligent system integration. Position Overview We are seeking a Grants & Proposal Writer with a strong engineering foundationpreferably in nuclear, mechanical, or materials scienceto join our Research & Development team. This individual will be instrumental in securing funding to advance our reactor technologies and associated systems. The ideal candidate will possess both technical and creative fluency: capable of understanding complex engineering concepts, collaborating effectively with scientists and engineers, and crafting compelling, compliant proposals for government and private funding agencies. Key Responsibilities • Research and identify grant, funding, and partnership opportunities aligned with AMPERAs mission and R&D roadmap., • Develop and write comprehensive proposals, technical narratives, white papers, and Statements of Work (SOWs) for federal, state, and commercial solicitations., • Collaborate closely with engineers, scientists, and executive leadership to collect technical data, cost estimates, and project details., • Translate complex engineering and nuclear-technology concepts into clear, persuasive language for diverse audiences., • Ensure all proposals meet compliance, formatting, and submission requirements for agencies such as DOE, ARPA-E, DoD, and NSF., • Maintain a centralized proposal library with templates, boilerplate language, and institutional data., • Support post-award documentation, progress reports, and communication with funding agencies., • Track and analyze proposal outcomes, deadlines, and submission trends to support internal planning and forecasting. Qualifications • Masters degree (or higher) in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline., • 3+ years of experience in proposal or grant writing within energy, defense, or advanced technology sectors., • Proven ability to interpret and communicate complex engineering or scientific material., • Experience preparing proposals for DOE, DoD, NSF, or similar agencies., • Proficiency with grant submission systems such as Grants.gov, NSF FastLane, or SAM.gov., • Strong understanding of technical documentation, budgeting, and compliance., • Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and communication skills., • Experience in nuclear energy, advanced manufacturing, or clean technology is highly desirable. What We Offer • Opportunity to contribute to the next generation of clean and sovereign energy systems., • Collaborative and mission-driven work environment with leading engineers and scientists., • Competitive salary and benefits, including healthcare and 401(k)., • Professional growth within an ambitious and rapidly scaling clean-energy company headquartered in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.