Remote Technical Writer - Transport & Technical Content

ICF; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider seeking a Technical Writer to research, write, edit, and manage a wide range of technical materials. The role emphasizes translating complex engineering content into clear, accessible documents while ensuring FHWA compliance and rigorous editorial standards.

The position is remote within the United States, requiring collaboration with engineers and researchers and adherence to East Coast work hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technical writing, English, communications, journalism, a scientific or technical discipline, or another related field. An advanced degree or specialized training in editorial standards or transportation research is preferred.
• 5-10 years of professional experience in technical writing, editing, and publishing. technical terminology and translate complex engineering or research information into clear content for technical and nontechnical audiences. Conducting subject matter research, interviewing technical experts, verifying facts and references, and ensuring technical accuracy.
• 5-10 years' experience in applying major style guides and editorial standards, including Section 508 compliance.

Responsibilities

• Content Development & Technical Writing: Research and write original content for feature articles, technical reports, white papers, newsletters, and other technical communications. Collaborate closely with engineers, researchers, developers, and other technical staff to translate complex concepts into clear, concise content.
• Substantive Editing & Quality Assurance: Provide comprehensive editorial support across all stages of production for print and electronic materials. Edit, rephrase, and rewrite content as needed to improve logical flow, coherence, organization, grammar, spelling, and formatting.
• Technical Accuracy & Fact-Checking: Verify technical accuracy using existing materials, subject matter expert interviews, research, and other appropriate sources. Perform fact-checking, reference checking, and data verification and ensure tables, schematics, and other supporting information are accurately integrated with the text.
• Compliance & Style Management: Ensure content complies with applicable FHWA and federal requirements, including the GPO Style Manual, the Chicago Manual of Style, and Section 508 accessibility requirements. Manage copyright and permission clearances as needed.
• Document Lifecycle Management: Work independently to manage documents and articles from initial development through final publication. Maintain quality assurance and version control and navigate multiple review and revision cycles with technical experts and other stakeholders.

Skills

Technical Writing

Editing

Publishing

Fact-Checking

Interviews

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider seeking a Technical Writer to research, write, edit, and manage a wide range of technical materials. The role emphasizes translating complex engineering content into clear, accessible documents while ensuring FHWA compliance and rigorous editorial standards.

The position is remote within the United States, requiring collaboration with engineers and researchers and adherence to East Coast work hours.