Technical Editor

Responsibilities

• Provide technical editing services in support of INTERA’s environmental services under the direction of a Document Production Manager.
• Review and provide final formatting of all documents and attachments (Tables, Figures, and Appendices).
• Compile final documents and assist project managers and other technical staff to address last-minute revisions and issues related to the document and client feedback.
• Assist with developing missing references and terms entries.
• Compile final PDFs and proofread submissions to ensure the highest standard of accuracy and polish.
• Update entries in various document tracking tables and databases; assist with setting up or tracking paperwork or forms associated with deliverables.

Requirements

• High-level proficiency in English grammar and mechanics.
• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Word, including advanced formatting of different document sections, using and troubleshooting cross-references, adding or fixing tables of contents and header/footer issues.
• Moderate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, or other Microsoft products/tools.
• Moderate proficiency in Adobe Acrobat, to include combining multiple documents, fixing or adding bookmarks, OCR, checking document accessibility/compliance.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• An interest or background in STEM concepts and topics is preferred.
• Previous experience as a technical editor is preferred.
• Prior experience working in technical publication editing and document processing for Hanford Site prime or subcontractors, including knowledge of relevant style guides, information clearance procedures, and technical publication workflows, is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Maintain a strong “customer service” mindset when working with technical staff and project managers.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines while clearly and professionally communicating progress.