What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Editor II position at PCI Productions, LLC?
This position is pending award and will be hybrid, reporting to the Program Manager
Job Description
The technical editor acts as the final gatekeeper for high-stakes deliverables and you will edit technical brochures, standard operating procedures, research reports, technical summaries, and other highly technical documents. You are responsible for transforming raw data and engineering jargon into authoritative documents that meet the stringent requirements of the agency, including reference checking, fact checking, and copyright compliance.
This position requires an expert-level command of the GPO Style Manual and the ability to ensure that complex schematics and data tables are seamlessly integrated with narrative text for both technical review and public transparency. Technical editors work closely with engineers and developers to distill complex technical concepts into clear communications. You are expected to work independently, managing the full lifecycle of a document from outline to final publication.
Education And Experience
Preference may be extended to qualified Native American Indian candidates in accordance with applicable federal law.
Job Description
The technical editor acts as the final gatekeeper for high-stakes deliverables and you will edit technical brochures, standard operating procedures, research reports, technical summaries, and other highly technical documents. You are responsible for transforming raw data and engineering jargon into authoritative documents that meet the stringent requirements of the agency, including reference checking, fact checking, and copyright compliance.
This position requires an expert-level command of the GPO Style Manual and the ability to ensure that complex schematics and data tables are seamlessly integrated with narrative text for both technical review and public transparency. Technical editors work closely with engineers and developers to distill complex technical concepts into clear communications. You are expected to work independently, managing the full lifecycle of a document from outline to final publication.
Education And Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Writing, English, or a related scientific/technical field.
- Experience: 3–10 years of experience in technical writing or documentation. Transportation experience, especially in highway and surface transportation is preferred.
Preference may be extended to qualified Native American Indian candidates in accordance with applicable federal law.