Senior Technical Writer

Overview

Creates clear, organized engineering documents for technical and non‑technical audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• client deliverables
• technical writing
• editorial review
• marketing materials
• audience analysis
• standards development

Tasks

-Assists with development of client deliverables, including client master plans and technical memoranda. -Partners with technical colleagues and subject matter experts to assist with development of academic and journal articles. -Ensures publication deadlines are met for all communication materials. -Meets with engineers and project managers to establish goals and expectations for technical documents. -Makes recommendations for content organization, story flow, tone, and voice. -Reviews and edits the work of others to meet Carollo’s quality standards. -Takes the initiative to conduct interviews with technical individuals to obtain information and relevant details for writing assignments. -Collaborates with marketing colleagues and technical teams to write, review, and edit marketing materials including project descriptions, brochures, fact sheets, and more. -Analyzes the target audience and adapts written information to their needs, priorities, and limitations. -Takes initiative in defining and implementing tasks and assignments. -Helps build technical writing team’s standards, procedures, and best practices. -Complies with and executes the Carollo Technical Writing Standards and the Chicago Manual of Style. -Translates complex technical topics into written communications that are clear, concise, accessible and understandable by technical and non-technical individuals.

Requirements

• 8+ years
• technical writing
• bachelor's
• master’s
• active listening
• time management

What You Bring

-Confidence to significantly edit, cut, and reconfigure other colleagues’ work with the ability to articulate rationale for proposed modifications. -Experience conducting interviews and editing interview material into compelling and engaging written content. -Ability to actively monitor project progress and take action to mitigate risks to project schedule, including assigning tasks and completing tasks. -Expertise to rewrite text for improved flow, clarity, accuracy, and accessibility. -Ability to improve the communication acumen of personnel via constructive feedback, coaching, and training -Demonstrated ability to eloquently translate highly technical content into simple yet inviting writing that engages audiences of all levels. -Demonstrates ability and initiative in identifying and contacting/interviewing Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), technical experts, and other resources who possess technical knowledge relevant to the subject matter. -Demonstrated experience managing and meeting multiple deadlines. -Ability to learn and develop significant knowledge of Carollo’s technical practice areas, service offerings, and strategic initiatives. -Superior time management skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously. -Ability and desire to develop an advanced understanding of the water sector, client types, competition, industry drivers, and client needs and values. -Works as an editor and provides constructive criticism. -Expert writing skills with the ability to create organized, clear, and concise writing that tells an engaging story by prioritizing flow and rhythm. -Demonstrates expert active listening skills and exhibits superior attention to detail and accuracy. -Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications -Master’s degree is a plus -Minimum 8 years of technical writing experience

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About Carollo Engineers

-Founded with a singular focus on water and wastewater infrastructure, the company has grown into a recognized leader in the industry. -Excels in providing innovative engineering solutions for water resources, water treatment, and wastewater systems across the U.S. -Works on major projects including large-scale water treatment plants, wastewater infrastructure, and complex pipeline networks. -Specializes in consulting, design, construction management, and project delivery, ensuring water systems are efficient and sustainable. -Has a team of highly skilled engineers known for technical expertise and commitment to advancing water technologies. -Operates in both municipal and private sectors, transforming communities through robust and reliable water and wastewater systems. -Has a strong U.S. presence and is often called upon for international water infrastructure projects. -Offers a diverse project portfolio from small-scale residential systems to large urban water networks, demonstrating versatility.

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