Technical Writer
<meta><h3 style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:21pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14px;margin-bottom:4px;padding-left:0px;"=""><b><strong style="font-size:15pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Position Overview</strong></b></h3><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"=""><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Speer Technologies is seeking a skilled and technically minded </span><b><strong style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Technical Writer</strong></b><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> to support our growing proposal and business development function. This is a high-impact, </span><b><strong style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">fully remote role open to candidates across Canada</strong></b><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">, with in-office options available for those in or near Toronto to join team meetings and collaborative sessions.</span></p><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"=""><br></p><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"=""><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">You'll work closely with our Director of Product and cross-functional teams to translate complex engineering and product concepts into clear, accurate, and compelling technical content for RFP submissions. Rather than leading proposals end-to-end, your core focus will be providing the technical depth and engineering insight that strengthens each submission, supporting a target volume of six to twelve RFPs per month.</span></p><h3 style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:15pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14px;margin-bottom:4px;text-align:start;padding-left:0px;"=""><b><strong style="font-size:15pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Key Responsibilities</strong></b></h3><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px="" 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px="" 0px="" 32px;list-style-type:disc;"=""><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Technical Input & Content Development:</strong></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Translate engineering concepts, product capabilities, and technical specifications into clear, accurate written content for RFP responses and proposals.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Cross-Functional Collaboration:</strong></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Work closely with the Director of Product and internal engineering resources to gather, interpret, and structure technical information for use across submissions.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Proposal Support:</strong></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Provide dedicated technical writing support across concurrent RFP submissions, ensuring engineering content is accurate, well-articulated, and tailored to each opportunity's requirements.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Content & Knowledge Management:</strong></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Maintain and build a library of reusable technical content, including product descriptions, capability summaries, and engineering narratives, to streamline the proposal process.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Compliance & Accuracy:</strong></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Ensure all technical content meets submission requirements and accurately reflects Speer's capabilities, products, and differentiators.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Process Improvement:</strong></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Identify opportunities to make the technical input process more efficient and scalable, reducing the burden on product and engineering leadership over time.</span></li></ul><h3 style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:15pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14px;margin-bottom:4px;text-align:start;padding-left:0px;"=""><b><strong style="font-size:15pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Qualifications</strong></b></h3><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px="" 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px="" 0px="" 32px;list-style-type:disc;"=""><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Engineering background with a transition into technical writing, bringing the ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex technical concepts with clarity.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Previous experience contributing to RFP responses, proposals, or technical documentation in a professional setting.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone and detail level to suit different audiences and submission requirements.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where priorities can shift and deadlines are firm.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Proactive and self-directed, with the ability to take ownership of deliverables and work independently without close supervision.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Strong collaborator who can gather information effectively from subject matter experts and translate it into polished written content.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage input across multiple concurrent proposals without losing accuracy or quality.</span></li></ul><h3 style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:15pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14px;margin-bottom:4px;text-align:start;padding-left:0px;"=""><b><strong style="font-size:15pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Nice to Haves</strong></b></h3><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px="" 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px="" 0px="" 32px;list-style-type:disc;"=""><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Familiarity with Canadian or international government procurement processes, grant programs, or funding landscapes relevant to health tech, AI, or deep tech.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Hands-on engineering or product experience, particularly in software, hardware, or emerging technology fields.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Experience working in or alongside a proposal or business development team.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Fluency in French is an asset (but not required).</span></li></ul><h3 style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:15pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14px;margin-bottom:4px;text-align:start;padding-left:0px;"=""><b><strong style="font-size:15pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Compensation</strong></b></h3><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px="" 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px="" 0px="" 32px;list-style-type:disc;"=""><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Full-time role preferred, with part-time arrangements considered for the right candidate.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Fully remote, open to candidates across Canada. In-office options available for those in or near Toronto.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Compensation ranges from $55,000 to $80,000 per year, commensurate with experience and engagement type.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Comprehensive benefits package, including dental care, vision care, paid time off, and a wellness program.</span></li></ul><h3 style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:15pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14px;margin-bottom:4px;text-align:start;padding-left:0px;"=""><b><strong style="font-size:15pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Why Speer Technologies?</strong></b></h3><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px="" 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px="" 0px="" 32px;list-style-type:disc;"=""><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Growth Opportunities:</strong></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Grow with the company and take on new responsibilities as we expand.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Dynamic Environment:</strong></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Our fast-paced startup environment ensures no two days are the same.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Innovation:</strong></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Be part of a team pushing the boundaries of technology and making a real impact.</span></li><li style="margin:0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Inclusive Workplace:</strong></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">We are committed to creating an environment where all employees can thrive.</span></li></ul><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:10.5pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"=""><br></p><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:10.5pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"=""><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Does this position resonate with you?</strong></b></p><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:10.5pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"=""><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Join us in shaping the future of technology and innovation:</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><b><strong style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">apply today!</strong></b></p><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:10.5pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"=""><br></p><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:10.5pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"=""><br></p><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:10.5pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"=""><i><em style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Speer Technologies does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select candidates during the recruitment process. AI tools may be used during interviews for note-taking purposes only. All hiring decisions are made by people.</em></i></p><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:10.5pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"=""><br></p><p style="font-family:" basel="" grotesk",arial,sans-serif;font-size:10.5pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"=""><i><em style="font-size:10.5pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Speer Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise Speer of any accommodations you may require to ensure your equal participation. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.</em></i></p>