Technical Editor
Technical Editor
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Job Description
About the Position
We are seeking an experienced and successful Senior Technical Editor & Specification Writer who will work alongside our engineering and project teams to produce exceptional technical documentation. In this role youll draft review and edit key project specifications reports and official communicationsincluding documents that are sent to legislators. Your work ensures all documentation is clear precise and meets high industry standards.
This is a one year parttime 1020 hours per week) onsite hybrid or remote position located in Oakland CA.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with engineering and project teams to review refine and edit technical documentation and project specifications for roadway civil bridge and structural projects.
- Develop detailed documents and reports that clearly articulate technical and project information.
- Review and edit official documents destined for legislators ensuring each communication is accurate accessible and impactful.
- Coordinate revisions and feedback across multiple teams to maintain consistent highquality documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
- Keep all project documentation updated in accordance with evolving standards and project milestones.
Attributes
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent multitasking and organizational skills.
- Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork trust and positive relationships.
- Natural curiosity problemsolving abilities and a passion for continuous improvement.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Technical Communication or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proven experience in technical editing and specification writing for engineering in transit/transportation (DOT) projects.
- Familiarity with industry standards for technical documentation and civil engineering specifications.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g. Outlook Teams Word Excel PowerPoint etc.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree in Engineering or Technical Communication.
- Experience working on large complex transportation infrastructure projects.
- Proficiency with project management and document control software.
- Indepth understanding of regulatory requirements including previous experience collaborating with agencies such as Caltrans.
Compensation Details
The salary range listed for this role is $83k$135/yr $40$62/hr. The final salary offered is based on multiple factors and is thoughtfully aligned with each candidates level of experience breadth of skills total education achieved certifications/licenses that have been obtained etc. If you are qualified for the role please apply.
Luster is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to criminal history race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status. This employer participates in EVerify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees I9 to confirm work authorization.
All positions may be subject to a background check and drug test once a conditional offer of employment is made for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities in accordance with all applicable local state and/or federal regulations.
This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills for the position.
Luster does not accept unsolicited resumes. In the absence of a signed agreement Luster will not consider or agree to payment of any kind. Any unsolicited resumes presented to Luster personnel including those submitted to Luster hiring managers are deemed to be the property of Luster.
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Employment Type
Hourly
