Technical Editor (Part-Time)

Parametrix, Inc. • Seattle, WA

1d • $35 - $40

About The Position

Parametrix is seeking a detail-oriented mid-level technical editor to support the editing of documents across multiple disciplines, including planning, engineering, environmental science, project management, and marketing. The position is 30 to 32 hours per week. Workloads will vary from week to week, with some weeks much busier than others. Clear communication about availability, progress, and deadlines is essential. Candidates will be asked to complete a brief sample edit of a marketing proposal in Adobe Acrobat using the Parametrix Style Guide. This is not a graded test, but a chance to understand your editing approach.

Requirements

• 3+ years of recent editing experience in a technical or professional services environment.
• Familiarity with AEC, planning, or environmental science terminology and document types.
• A strong command of grammar, punctuation, and editorial judgment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word (tracked changes) and Adobe Acrobat and comfort working in SharePoint.
• The ability to switch easily between the Chicago Manual of Style, Associated Press Stylebook, and client-specific style guides.
• The ability to work independently and meet tight or shifting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide copyediting and light substantive editing for a wide range of technical documents, including environmental reports, transportation studies, stormwater management plans, community plans, project management plans, and marketing proposals.
• Apply sound editorial judgment while adhering to grammar rules and Parametrix or client-specific style guidelines.
• Edit documents in Microsoft Word using tracked changes and annotate PDFs using Adobe Acrobat.
• Navigate and edit documents stored in SharePoint.
• Identify and address inconsistencies in structure, formatting, and usage.
• Ensure correct and consistent use of terminology, acronyms, punctuation, in-text citations, and references.
• Write clear, professional queries when clarification is needed.
• Communicate with project teams to help ensure clarity, consistency, and quality of deliverables.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees