Luster National ยท 2 hours ago
Technical Writer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$52K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expLuster National is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to create and edit various written products for the heavy civil infrastructure and rail industries. The role involves collaborating with technical staff to produce accurate documentation and ensuring the use of proper technical terminology.
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Responsibilities
Develop writing plans and manage writing projects
Plan, format, structure, write, edit, and finalize written products
Conduct research and ensure the use of proper technical terminology
Prepare and edit written materials and proof the work of others for grammatical errors
Gather data and collaborate with others to draft, review, and edit written content for external stakeholders
Collaborate with technical professionals throughout the writing, editing, and publication stages of written products
Synthesize technical information (e.g., inspection results, audit findings, and the results on investigations) in a concise manner for consumption by audiences of technical and non-technical personnel (e.g., subject matter experts, regulatory personnel, press, elected officials, and the general public)
Assist in the creation of supporting materials such as illustrations and tables
Qualification
Required
5+ YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE IN TRANSIT INDUSTRY IS A REQUIREMENT - PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THIS EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, or related technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience
5+ years' experience working as a technical writer in the passenger transit industry
Knowledge of transit terminology and operations (e.g., BRT, Bus, Rail, Ferry, etc.)
Experience creating written products in accordance with style guides
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills
Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, trust, and positive relationships
Natural curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for continuous improvement
Preferred
Project management experience and/or credentials
Experience with social media applications such as Twitter and WordPress or other web-publishing tools
Experience preparing or updating a style guide
Benefits
Unlimited Flexible Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent/Elder Care)
Long Term Disability Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy
401(k) Plan with Guaranteed Employer Contribution
Formal Career Planning and Development Program
$2,500 Annually Towards Professional Development
Wellness Program with Monthly Wellness Stipend
Company Cell Phone or Cell Phone Plan Reimbursement
Free Personalized Meal Planning & Nutrition Support With a Registered Dietitian
Free Personal Financial Planning Services
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Employee Referral Bonus
Company
Luster National
Luster National is a professional services company specializing in the management of capital improvement projects.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Emily Luster
Director of Structure, Governance and Risk
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