Editor - Product Literature

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)•Pullman, WA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role ensures the delivery of high-quality materials, including technical papers, proposals, and product manuals, to both internal and external customers. The Editor will proofread, edit, and format various documents, develop and maintain expertise in editing and technical documentation production, and collaborate with authors and reviewers to meet project deadlines.

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years relevant experience editing/proofreading/producing technical documentation
Strong proofreading, writing, grammar, and communications skills
Strong understanding of MS Office software
The ability to work under pressure and recognize the criticality of meeting stringent deadlines
The ability to collaborate to produce high-quality, technically accurate material
The ability to learn and communicate technical/scientific information

Nice To Haves

B.S./B.A. in English or technical communication or a related area
Experience with desktop publishing software (e.g., FrameMaker)
Experience with technical drawing software (e.g., MS Visio or Illustrator)
Working knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style and the Gregg Reference Manual
Experience editing complex technical documentation
Experience with XML and/or XSL

Responsibilities

Proofread, edit, and format presentations, documents, manuals, guides, and/or other published material.
Develop and maintain a high skill level in editing, proofreading, and producing technical documentation.
Collaborate with authors, reviewers, and others to edit deliverables, plan projects, and meet deadlines.