What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer & Editor position at EnDyna Inc?
Job Overview
EnDyna is seeking an experienced Technical Writer and Editor to join our dynamic team. This hybrid position is based in McLean, VA and requires three to four days per week in the office. Candidates with federal government, environmental, and graphics experience are highly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
It is EnDyna’s policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
EnDyna is seeking an experienced Technical Writer and Editor to join our dynamic team. This hybrid position is based in McLean, VA and requires three to four days per week in the office. Candidates with federal government, environmental, and graphics experience are highly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Gather, analyze, and compose complex technical information. This would include collaboration with subject matter experts, engineers, and project managers and online research to understand complex topics and convey them effectively to diverse audiences.
- Author, review and edit technical documents for consistency, clarity, and adherence to organizational standards. Ensure use of proper technical terminology.
- Prepare or commission graphics and illustrations to enhance technical writing.
- Review and validate scripts for documents, pictures, videos, and training materials to maintain accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Translate technical information into clear, readable documents suitable for both technical and non-technical personnel. Write and edit technical content accordingly.
- Prepare content for web pages.
- Apply knowledge of government writing style guides (e.g. Federal Plain Language Guidelines) to ensure compliance with official communication standards.
- Check compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act accessibility standards set by the federal government to ensure that documents are accessible to individuals with disabilities.
- BA/BS required; certification in technical writing is a plus.
- Strong writing, editing and communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency in using tools/software for technical writing and editing.
- Familiarity with collaboration tools, content management systems (CMS) and version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to engage with technical and executive teams for content acquisition.
- Previous experience in technical writing or editing roles.
- Knowledge of industry-specific terminology (e.g., environment, technology, engineering, healthcare, etc.).
- Familiarity with government writing style guides.
It is EnDyna’s policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Salary : $90,000 - $100,000
