What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer position at SYSTEMTEC?
SYSTEMTEC is seeking a Technical Editor for an onsite opportunity in Columbia, SC. (or Dallas, TX, or State College, PA). The Candidate will lead the development and refinement of high-quality written materials that support proposal efforts and organizational initiatives. This role will ensure all documentation is clear, compliant, and aligned with both internal standards and customer expectations.
Required Qualifications of the Technical Editor:
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide sponsorship or work with Third-Party agencies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Technology, English, Journalism, or a related field; OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- 5 years of experience in technical writing, editing, or documentation standards development
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Experience using tools such as Visible Thread, SharePoint, and Beyond Compare Pro
- Strong knowledge of grammar, editing best practices, and document quality standards
- Proven ability to interpret and apply style guides and compliance requirements
- Experience supporting proposal responses (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs) in a corporate or government environment
- Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Preferred Skills/Experience of the Technical Editor:
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, Project, and Visio
- Experience managing content within SharePoint or similar platforms
- Familiarity with branding standards and structured document formatting
Responsibilities of the Technical Editor:
- Edit and enhance proposal content, including resumes, past performance, and technical documentation
- Ensure all materials meet internal standards, compliance requirements, and customer expectations
- Identify content gaps and provide recommendations to improve clarity, quality, and competitiveness
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to gather and refine information
- Maintain and update documentation within SharePoint, ensuring accuracy and version control
- Format and standardize documents to align with organizational branding and style guidelines
Work Location: Onsite in either Columbia, SC OR Dallas, TX, or State College, PA
Compensation / Benefits:
Full-Time Employment with SYSTEMTEC means competitive compensation, access to health, dental, disability, and life coverage, and 401(k) with match.
Please note: We are not currently able to hire candidates who reside or work in California, New York, or New Jersey.