Anchor Qea
Environmental and engineering consulting firm providing solutions for complex projects.
Edit technical reports, specs, and marketing materials to ensure quality and compliance.
3 days ago
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Portland, Oregon, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
250 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Consulting
Engineering
Science & Technology
Design
Project Management
Construction Services
Water Resources
Remediation
Sector Specialisms
Nearshore- and Aquatic-Based Engineering
Environmental Remediation and Management
Environmental Planning and Restoration
Data Management and Geospatial Analysis
Shipyards and Waterfront Redevelopment
Dredging and Sediment Management
Environmental Review and Permitting
Soil, Water, and Air Sciences
Role
Description
technical editing
brand standards
rfp review
file management
workload planning
The Technical Editor role at Anchor QEA in Portland, Oregon is essential to supporting both project and marketing teams, reflecting the company's dedication to exceptional client service and high-quality products. The editorial team operates in a collaborative, deadline‑driven environment, working closely with subject matter experts on scientific reports, engineering specifications, marketing proposals, and client presentations.
- Perform technical editing of project deliverables and marketing materials.
- Ensure work products adhere to company brand and quality standards.
- Share editing workload with colleagues across North American regions.
- Review RFPs/RFQs for marketing compliance and accuracy.
- Provide administrative support such as file management, correspondence, and workload planning.
Requirements
bachelor's
2 years
editing
ms office
adobe acrobat
communication
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
- Possess at least 2 years of professional editing experience, ideally in a technical field.
- Experience creating marketing or business development content.
- Demonstrate superior time‑management, detail‑orientation, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Exhibit strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
Benefits
Anchor QEA offers a collaborative workplace that encourages authenticity, a competitive salary, a bonus program, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, short‑ and long‑term disability plans, flexible schedules, a retirement plan with company match, and generous paid time off.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with basic life and AD&D coverage.
- Short‑ and long‑term disability programs.
- 7 paid company holidays plus 2 floating holidays each year.
- Two weeks of accrued paid vacation, increasing with length of service.
- 80 hours of sick and safe time annually.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1995
Year Established
The company was established in 1995.
- Specializing in environmental and engineering solutions, the consulting firm has a proven track record of delivering projects that require innovative thinking and technical expertise.
- The firm operates across a broad spectrum of sectors including water resources, marine, and infrastructure.
- With a multidisciplinary team, solutions are tailored to address challenging environmental and engineering issues.
- The firm’s work spans coastal restoration, water treatment systems, and heavy civil construction projects.
- Success is achieved through specialized expertise in both environmental science and engineering.
Culture + Values
- Technological leadership
- Integrity
- Superior product quality
- Client satisfaction
- Mission: Improve the environment and our communities by solving challenging problems together, with integrity and vibe
Environment + Sustainability
~122 million kg CO₂e
Scope 1 Emissions (2022)
Amount of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions directly generated by company operations in 2022.
~17 million kg CO₂e
Scope 2 Emissions (2022)
Emissions from purchased electricity consumption in 2022.
~67.7 million kg CO₂e
Scope 3 Emissions (2022)
Emissions from upstream and downstream activities of the company in 2022.
- Committed to reaching net zero carbon by 2050 (per the Anchor Sustainability Report)
- Baseline carbon measurements underway and progress being evaluated over time
- Short-, medium-, and long-term actions planned to minimize and mitigate carbon footprint
Inclusion & Diversity
2018
Inclusion Initiatives
The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee was established to drive internal transformation across offices, roles, and backgrounds.
3.8/5
Employee Satisfaction
The company received a D&I rating of 3.8/5 on Glassdoor, based on feedback from employees. Men scored 4.0★, while women scored 4.6★.
- Four guiding principles: everyone is entitled to be respected and heard; diversity makes us stronger; everyone has a unique perspective; equity is essential for recruitment, hiring, growth, and evaluation.
- Committee structured around three subcommittees—Unpack (internal analysis), Communicate (internal messaging), Connect (external engagement).