Technical Writer/Editor IV – Environmental Remediation
AECOM
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Pennsylvania • United States
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Salary
💰 $86,000 - $105,000 per year
About the role
- Edit and refine complex technical reports, proposals, and project documents to ensure clarity, consistency, and adherence to AECOM’s quality standards while providing high-quality, client-focused deliverables to the clients.
- Apply expert-level Microsoft Word skills for advanced formatting, template management, and automation to produce polished, publication-ready documents.
- Leverage Microsoft 365 tools (Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Teams) to manage sophisticated document workflows, facilitate collaborative editing, and maintain rigorous version histories across multiple contributors.
- Oversee comprehensive digital and physical filing systems, utilizing SharePoint and OneDrive for secure, organized document storage and efficient retrieval.
- Coordinate with project managers, scientists, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with document management protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Support document archiving and retrieval processes in strict alignment with corporate policies, project specifications, and legal/regulatory mandates.
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior technical editors, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Information Science, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
- 6 years of relevant experience or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Successful candidate will undergo a background check and be required to pass a drug/alcohol assessment
- US citizen or Permanent Resident, Sponsorship will not be available for this role.
- Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft 365 suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Teams), including advanced formatting and collaborative editing
- Impeccable attention to detail, with a proven track record of producing high-quality, error-free technical documents
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts clearly
- Experience in document and information management, including version control and secure archiving.
- Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in a scientific or technical field is preferred.
- Prior experience in technical editing or content development within environmental remediation or related scientific/engineering sectors
- In-depth knowledge of document management best practices, including workflow automation and multi-user digital file access.
- Proven leadership and delegation skills, with experience managing and mentoring technical editing teams.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance in environmental documentation
- Experience preparing client-facing deliverables for large-scale, multidisciplinary projects.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life
- AD&D
- disability benefits
- paid time off
- leaves of absences
- voluntary benefits
- perks
- flexible work options
- well-being resources
- employee assistance program
- business travel insurance
- service recognition awards
- retirement savings plan
- employee stock purchase plan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
technical editingdocument managementversion controlworkflow automationadvanced formattingcollaborative editingdocument archivinginformation managementcontent developmentenvironmental remediation
Soft Skills
attention to detailorganizational skillstime-management skillswritten communicationverbal communicationleadership skillsdelegation skillsmentoringclient-focused deliverablescontinuous improvement
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree (preferred)