Technical Editor Jobs

Tetra Tech Inc. is currently seeking a part-time Technical Editor for our Helena, MT operations.

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.

The selected candidate will primarily be responsible for reviewing documents and work products for presentation quality and readability. General responsibilities include:

• Ensuring document organization is appropriate
• Assuring adherence to Tetra Tech or client-specific style requirements and guidance
• Correcting grammar, word choice, punctuation, and spelling
• Providing feedback to the author or project manager after the editorial review is completed
• Checking references for completeness
• Ensuring figures and tables are used effectively
• Completing the Quality Control Review form
• Checking the document for coherence, consistency, and conciseness
• Making sure that documents are clear and logical
• Contacting the project manager or author immediately to resolve or convey significant questions or problems

This position allows you to work remotely.

Job Requirements:

This position requires a minimum of 5 years of professional experience. The ideal candidate will also have / be:

• Able to manage a heavy workload and be willing to work overtime as needed (nights and weekends).
• Strong proficiency in MS Word and Excel required.
• Ability to work as a team player, be attentive to the needs of staff, work with specific deadlines, and be open to learning new skills as required to meet the needs of the department and company-wide staff.
• Proficiency with other MS Office application required.
• Strong attention to detail is a high priority as one of the primary functions of this position is proofreading.
• PowerPoint and Graphics experience is a plus.
• Graphic design skills are a plus.
• Excellent communication, client interaction, and organizational skills,
• Because client interaction is required in this position, the individual must be professional, poised and be able to communicate effectively with clients, outside vendors, and team members whenever necessary.
• Highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment as well as independently.
• Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator a plus.
• Requires a can-do attitude and the ability to go above and beyond to ensure the success of the department.

Degree / Certifications

• Master’s Degree preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree required

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities as well as client and project requirements.

The salary range for this position is $25.00 - $48.00 per hour depending on experience.