Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider. The Senior Writer/Editor researches, writes, edits, and manages the full lifecycle of technical communications, including feature articles, technical reports, and white papers. The role translates complex technical information for diverse audiences while ensuring technical accuracy, quality, accessibility, and compliance with FHWA and federal standards.
Responsibilities
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Bachelor's degree in technical writing, English, communications, journalism, a scientific or technical discipline, or another related field
- 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
- Location: Remote within the United States. Candidates must be available to work hours aligned with the client team on the East Coast
- An advanced degree or specialized training in editorial standards or transportation research is preferred
- Transportation Experience: Experience in transportation, highway, or surface transportation research is preferred but not required
Benefits
- Remote within the United States
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