Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Grants & Proposal Writer (Engineering Focus)

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 foundation—preferably in nuclear, mechanical, or materials science—to 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 AMPERA’s 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

Master’s 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.