Technical Editor

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®. Tetra Tech Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Technical Editor for our Chicago, IL operations . The selected candidate will be primarily responsible for reviewing documents and work products for presentation quality and readability. General responsibilities include: Ensure documents are clear, logical and document organization is appropriate Review document for coherence, consistency, and conciseness Correct grammar, word choice, punctuation, and spelling Confirm adherence to Tetra Tech or client-specific style requirements and guidance Confirm figures and tables are used effectively, and references are complete Contact project managers or author immediately to resolve or convey significant questions and/or problems Complete internal Quality Control Review forms Provide feedback to the author or project manager after the editorial review is completed Job Requirements: This position requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience. Attention to detail is a high priority; one of the primary functions of this position is proofreading. The ideal candidate must also have / be: Proficiency with MS Office applications is required Previous experience providing training or leading other technical editors a plus Professional, poised and be able to communicate effectively with clients, outside vendors, and team members whenever necessary. Client interaction is required in this position. Can-do attitude and the ability to go above and beyond to ensure the success of the department Attentive to the needs of staff and work with specific deadlines Open to learning new skills as required to meet the needs of the department and company-wide staff Highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment as well as independently Manage a heavy workload and able to work overtime (nights and weekends) at times when needed Degree / Certifications: Bachelor's degree in English or related field required Work Environment: Regular Office/Hybrid work environment Salary: The Salary Range for this position is $55,000 - $75,000, depending on education, experience, skills, and location Benefits: Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 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 any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements. About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees-28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Explore our open positions at Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities: LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers Twitter: @TetraTechJobs Facebook: @TetraTechCareers Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Please no phone calls or agencies.

Created: 2024-11-05