Remote Transportation Technical Editor

ICF; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 61,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking a Technical Editor to transform complex information into clear, accurate content for a transportation-focused client. You will collaborate with subject matter experts to strengthen content, improve readability, and ensure information is communicated effectively to diverse audiences.

Remote in DC, the role emphasizes editorial excellence, line editing, copy editing, and adherence to government and agency standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, or a related scientific or technical field.
• 3-10 years of professional experience in technical writing, technical documentation, editing, proofing, copy editing, and/or substantive editing of technical information and publications to include experience with GPO and applying government/agency editorial standards.
• 3-10 years of experience reviewing complex technical material for accuracy, clarity, consistency, and completeness, including substantive and technical editing, copy editing, proofreading, and review of content in layout.
• Ability to obtain a government security clearance if required by contract.

Responsibilities

• Provide editorial support on a wide variety of materials, including technical brochures, standard operating procedures, research reports, technical summaries, and other highly technical documents.
• Distill complex data into content - both in graphics and in the corresponding narrative - that is accurate, clear, professional, and appropriate for the audience.
• Fact-check content, adapt references to meet client and style standards, and ensure copyright compliance.
• Demonstrate exceptional editorial skills, including line editing, copy editing, proofreading, and applying plain language.
• Correct issues with content structure and organization, grammar, spelling, accuracy, style, readability, and consistency.
• Collaborate with the client and other staff to develop and deliver exceptional work.
• Ensure that all work is consistent with established guidelines and strategy, and maintain up-to-date editorial guidelines.

Skills

Editing

Copy editing

Proofreading

Plain language

Editorial guidelines

Collaboration with engineers

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

PDF Production

Job description

ICF is seeking a Technical Editor to transform complex information into clear, accurate content for a transportation-focused client. You will collaborate with subject matter experts to strengthen content, improve readability, and ensure information is communicated effectively to diverse audiences.

Remote in DC, the role emphasizes editorial excellence, line editing, copy editing, and adherence to government and agency standards.