Technical Editor

ICF; United States; 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 edit a broad range of materials and collaborate with subject-matter experts to improve readability and ensure compliance with client standards.

The role emphasizes line editing, proofreading, plain language, and adherence to editorial guidelines across reports, SOPs, and technical brochures. Remote-friendly with standard editorial expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, English, or a related technical field.
• 3–10 years of professional experience in technical writing, editing, proofreading, and/or substantive editing of technical information and publications.
• Experience with Government Publishing Office (GPO) and applying government/agency editorial standards.
• Ability to obtain a government security clearance if required by contract.
• Testing will be part of the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Provide editorial support on technical documents including brochures, procedures, reports, and summaries.
• Distill complex data into clear content and graphics for technical audiences.
• Fact-check content and ensure copyright compliance.
• Demonstrate line editing, copy editing, proofreading, and plain language application.
• Correct structure, grammar, spelling, style, readability, and consistency.
• Collaborate with client and staff to deliver high-quality work.
• Maintain up-to-date editorial guidelines and ensure alignment with strategy.

Skills

Editing

Copy editing

Proofreading

Plain language

Editorial standards

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

PDF production

Accessibility tools

Job description

Do you enjoy transforming complex information into clear, accurate, and user-friendly content? Are you passionate about helping diverse audiences understand technical concepts, research findings, and detailed processes?

We’re looking for a talented Technical Editor who can bring clarity, structure, and precision to a wide range of technical communications for a transportation-focused client. From research reports and operational procedures to technical brochures and guidance documents, you’ll work with subject matter experts to strengthen content, improve readability, and ensure that information is communicated clearly and effectively to its intended audience.

Location: Remote in DC

As aTechnicalEditor,youwill:

• 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.

As aTechnicalEditor, you will have:

Required 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.
• Testing will be a part of the interview process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent command of grammar, syntax, usage, punctuation, style, and editorial conventions, with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, consistent, high-quality publications.
• Strong editorial judgment and the ability to identify and resolve substantive issues in complex technical content.
• Knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style.
• Experience with reference checking, fact checking, copyright compliance, appropriate attribution and use of source materials, and publication quality assurance/quality control.
• Experience managing documents through the complete editorial and publication lifecycle, from outline and initial drafts through reviews, revisions, final production, and publication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and PowerPoint, and document-production tools used to review, edit, format, and finalize publications; familiarity with Adobe Acrobat, PDF/document production, accessibility, online publishing, shared workspaces, or collaboration tools used in technical publication workflows.
• Experience collaborating effectively with engineers, developers, technical subject matter experts, project staff, authors, and reviewers in multidisciplinary team environments.
• Transportation industry experience, particularly in highway and surface transportation.
• Experience editing engineering, research, scientific, or other highly technical documentation.
• Experience supporting government or agency publications.
• Ability to understand technical concepts quickly and communicate them clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences.

Professional Skills:

• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Self-directed and resourceful, with the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, collaborate effectively, and adapt to changing priorities and project requirements.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

*** Please take note this is a contingent position.

#Indeed

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please email [e-mail] and we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplacesdiscriminationrights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$61,232.00 - $104,094.00

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