Overview
Join our team as a Senior Technical Editor and support the Federal Highway Administration by leading the editorial team behind high-stakes technical publications. You will oversee the entire editorial process for complex reports and documentation, mentor junior editors, and ensure every deliverable meets the highest standard of accuracy and style compliance.
FWI is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024 and 2025 Top Workplace by the Washington Post, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.
**Position is contingent upon contract award**
Work Schedule and Location
Hybrid: This full-time hyybrid position will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET (core hours fall within a 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. ET window), with occasional in-person travel to Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center, McLean, VA (or Dept of Transportation HQ in Washington, DC), for meetings and coordination as needed. Some additional travel within the continental U.S. may be required for conferences and events.
Responsibilities
- Direct the editorial process for high-visibility technical documents, reports, and manuals
- Verify technical accuracy, fact-check references, and ensure copyright compliance
- Mentor and guide junior technical writers and editors
- Manage the full lifecycle of documents from outline through final web/print publication
- Ensure strict adherence to the GPO Style Manual and agency style guides
Required
Master's degree in English, Journalism, or a technical field
10+ years of experience, including supervisory and project management experience
Desired
Highway/surface transportation experience
Demonstrated mentorship of junior editorial staff
Why Join Our Team
At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Plan
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off
FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
Pay Range
Negotiable
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